Originally Posted By: Meadowlark
In the end, I might just end up checking out Craig's List or the local recycled sporting goods store.


I usually like to buy snow gear new, but snow shoes and cross-country skis are two things I'm fairly certain I'd buy used if the savings are great. These are two things I won't baby, and quite possibly could ditch on the fly when I'm "out there".
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