Ski holidays: what you need to know before buying second-hand equipment!

5.6 million French people hit the slopes every year. Some of them are just waiting for the pleasure of gliding at top speed over the snow of the most beautiful peaks. The equipment needed for this type of activity can be very expensive. That's why many mountain sports enthusiasts turn to the second-hand market for their equipment. It's a great way to save money! But beware, as with any second-hand purchase, there are a few things to bear in mind before buying second-hand equipment to avoid being tricked. In this article, we'll give you some advice on how to buy second-hand ski clothing safely and help you find the best deals.

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Brand authenticity:

First of all, it's important to check the authenticity of the brand. If the item is supposed to be branded, make sure that the brand is well known and respected in the ski industry.

Don't be fooled by very low prices either. If an item is sold at a very low price compared with the usual market price, this is often a sign that it is not genuine.

Unfortunately, there are many counterfeiters out there producing products that look like reputable brands, when in fact they are not. The products do not have the same characteristics, either in terms of quality or performance. Also inspect your ski item to make sure there are no obvious signs of counterfeiting, such as badly printed or misplaced labels or logos.

The seller:

You also need to research the seller. You need to be sure that they are not trying to rip you off. Look at the comments and ratings left by other users. If the seller has a lot of negative reviews or if the comments seem suspicious, this could be a sign that you should be careful.

The ski article :

Examine the ski article very carefully. Check that there are no imperfections or elements that are not what you expected. To do this, pay attention to the seams, bindings and materials used.

A ski suit must be able to retain body heat to keep the skier's temperature at a comfortable level. If your garment has holes, cold air can get in and reduce its effectiveness.

If you have any doubts about the condition of the item or if you want to see details that are not visible in the photos provided, ask the seller to send you additional photos. This will give you a better idea of the condition of the item and whether it is what you are looking for.

Secure your skiwear purchase with Obvy :

We advise you to use Obvy to secure your transaction.

Obvy is a secure payment platform that helps you avoid the scams that are common in transactions between private individuals. When you make a transaction on Obvy, the funds are only credited to your seller when the buyer certifies that the goods purchased are in order. If this is not the case, you are automatically refunded and the item is returned to the seller.

By using Obvy to carry out transactions between private individuals, you can also benefit from payment in several instalments.