Used Skis: Are They Worth It

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Used Skis Are They Worth It
By - https//www.utahskigolf.com/
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WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING USED SKIS GEAR IN
UTAH

• Outerwear
• When it's snowing and everyone is about to ski
  the most beautiful line of the season you don't
  want to be the one drying your jacket in the
  lodge's bathroom. It's as simple as it sounds to
  check the waterproofing of a jacket that has been
  worn. You can sprinkle some water on the jacket.
  You're ready to go if the water beads on your
  fabric form small droplets. The material's
  waterproofing has been lost if it starts to soak
  in. If youre in Utah and its dumping, dont
  make the mistake of buying the wrong used ski
  gear!

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• Zippers
• Even though wearing an open jacket might make you
  look cool to the 14-year old kids who ride the
  park, adults should zip up their coats. Make sure
  to check the pit zips.
• Stitching
• Rips can be repaired, but make sure to give the
  seams a tug to ensure that nothing is coming
  undone.
• Pockets
• Check out the pockets in your newly purchased
  used ski jacket. Dont let an overlooked hole
  cause you to lose your wallet, both literally and
  figuratively.

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Helmets

• Never buy a used helmet. The risk of being hurt
  is too great, no matter how many times the
  previous owner claims they have only ever crashed
  once. The general rule of thumb is to replace
  your helmet every five years. When it comes to
  buying used ski gear, this is the one item to
  avoid.

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Skis

• There are three things you need to look at with
  used skis the base, edge and the topsheet. Look
  out for core shots and deep gouges in the bases.
  Don't believe anyone who claims that they have
  professionally filled core shots. It doesn't
  matter if your friend does it in his garage to
  make a six-pack. A pair of park skis that are
  less than a year old can make a huge difference
  in terms of edge quality. If you are buying park
  skis for late spring skiing, don't buy any older
  than a few years. While chipping on the topsheets
  is not necessarily a problem, excessive abuse can
  cause internal water damage and other problems.

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Boots

• You can skip the tedious process of putting on
  new boots. It's not unusual for someone else to
  have become quite familiar with the inside of
  your liner. Many liners can be remolded several
  times or you can purchase new ones. A pair of
  boots that are less than a year old is a good way
  to save money, as long as the boot smell doesn't
  bother you.
• Need some used skis in Utah? Know what to look
  for before you make the purchase and youll be
  just fine!