Posted: 11/25/2007 3:30:22 PM EDT
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Truthfully I have no idea what to look for in a set of snow skis. So I'm asking what they heck should I look for? I would like to try to pick up a decent used set off Ebay. |
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Ebay doesn't sound like a good idea. The technology changes and shops won't work on old-obsolete equipment. For your own safety you want the bindings (releases) set to your height weght and skill level. If money is an issue I would contact places that rent skiis. The frequently retire good skiis to buy newer technology. They at least could fit you properly and make the proper adjustments. If your bindings aren't set properly you can get some very serious orthopedic injuries. |
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I have a pair of Volkl Supersport 5 Stars that are 2 years old IIRC that I'd like to sell. Off the top of my head I don't remember which bindings are on them. They're 156's. I literally have only skied on them for 5 days. Found some pics I had hosted.   These are downhill skies, made for groomers. Pretty stiff and fast. |
I was planning on buying a pair that were a year or two old, so I wouldn't think that two years would make a set of skis obsolete, but then again I could be wrong. |
around here renting ten times @ $25 per time, I think I could pick up a decent set of used skis for around $250.
From what I've read, I think these would be a little on the short side(I'm 6'2" 160lbs), but like I said, I really have no idea what I'm talking about. |
Sorry, I've been skiing for 20 years casually, but I am no expert by any means. I only know that when we go to get skiis adjusted after six years or so, they won't work on them any more. One year old shouldn't be a problem. I just know I couldn't tell the difference looking at them on an auction . Take my free advice for what it's worth 
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Ya they would definitely be on the short side. You want them to be up to about your nose tip. It's tough to say. You're hunting at the wrong time of year for a deal on a used set of skis. I suggest looking at local rental shops. You may still be able to find deals on last year's demo skis etc. Otherwise, look for discount ski shops selling off last year's inventory. But staying under $250 will be tough. |
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THE MOST IMPORTANT part is get some good boots and get them properly fit! I'd highly recommend talking to some local shops with "knowledgeable" folks and then rent/demo several different sets of skis before you spend the money. Many of the shops will sell last year's demo models that might be in your price range, but spend the $ on quality equipment! Depending on your skill level, it's very easy to get too much ski or not enough and either way you end up frustrated. With that said, the skis of the past five or six years are all pretty remarkable. Go enjoy! (I wish we'd hurry up and get some decent snows here -- I'd skied 6 days by this time last year  )B2 (BTW, those Volkl 5-stars are too short for you. However, they are a great all-around ski for an intermediate/advanced skier that's about 80% on-piste/20% off-piste.) |