Keep kids skiing pass it down thread...keep it going

[mikemcee]

So parents, has this thread helped you out a ton with getting the kids up and skiing?

Hasn't helped get my kids up and skiing but it sure helped me clean out my garage! Thanks Buzz.

[otto parts]

Looking to buy some jr demo binders.

[The Dad]

Looking to buy some jr demo binders.

I believe that I have both Look and Tyrolia, NIB, in my garage. Call me this evening if I haven't called you yet.

[otto parts]

Coool, looks like the tyke will be hitting it this weekend on his new Gots.

call you later, Dad.

(and my first reaction was: of course you do )

[ienjoydrinkingbeer]

Have some 67cm Rossi Princess skis with fish scale bases. White with pink & purple flourishes. Great shape considering the duty they served. They helped my two girls get comfortable on the snow and are looking for a new home. No binders. Also have some mondo size 14.5 rear entry Technica Racer boots. Blue, great shape. Same story: Help this stuff find a useful home. Trades preferred; otherwise free for the taking. Local Denver deals very much preferred. PM me if interested.

[~mikey b]

^^those are great skis^^

the scales are awesome

[Jacolac]

Got a pair of junior skis with junior bindings. Head XRC 147cm. They're in great condition. Located in Whistler. Free if you cover shipping. Send a PM if you're interested.

Had a craigslist ad up from before which has pics:

http://whistler.en.craigslist.ca/spo/2094177795.html

EDIT: Skis are gone.

[jimmyawesome]

Wondering what most people do for the very first season. My little guy is 20months, big feet - about size 8 which is mondo point size 15. Planning to do a little toodling around in the springtime and some backyard stuff before then if it snows in Vancouver.

My question - is it a waste of time to go with the 40$ plastic skis from Mountain Coop? I figure that the cheap plastic ones might be a good place to start for this year - he'll barely be 2 yrs so I have no plans to overdo it. Also if there is anyone with old gear kicking around in the Vancouver area (for really little ones) let me know.

[~mikey b]

jimmy

the plastic, strap-on skis are great to start with - we did that with our son at 16 months - those 67cm Rossi skis that ienjoydrinking beer has are the next step - get both and get boots - you'll be glad you did when your kid is ready to move up - it's only December - it's a long season and your kid will probably get better - ours (now 4.5 years) went from the plastic skis to real skis in 2-3 months - he still uses the plastic jobbers for tooling around the compound when we get snow at the house

ski the babies!

[tolski]

PM Sent on little Rossi's and 14.5 boots from drinkbeer

[Buzzworthy]

jimmy

the plastic, strap-on skis are great to start with - we did that with our son at 16 months - those 67cm Rossi skis that ienjoydrinking beer has are the next step - get both and get boots - you'll be glad you did when your kid is ready to move up - it's only December - it's a long season and your kid will probably get better - ours (now 4.5 years) went from the plastic skis to real skis in 2-3 months - he still uses the plastic jobbers for tooling around the compound when we get snow at the house

ski the babies!

Ditto, my kid loved hers and she got out a lot on them. Helped her balance on skis. Plus they are fun for the kid, gets em used to having things on your feet and sliding.

[jimmyawesome]

Buzzworthy and Telemike
Its worth starting with the plastic ones then! I'll pick some up for the holidays. Thanks a bunch.

[memosteve]

Got some red Rossi 18.5 rear entry's in good shape...

Preference to PDX mags, those I've done business with or long time mags...

[highuinta]

have 11 year old daughter in need of your jacket.

[highuinta]

first-timer, if you recieve this message, i am looking for the 12 year olds blue /white ob. jacket. thanks

[~mikey b]

Buzzworthy and Telemike
Its worth starting with the plastic ones then! I'll pick some up for the holidays. Thanks a bunch.

If you are looking for something even cooler, check out the toddler skis on SlideWright. Same concept and same binding, but a great looking wooden ski. I'm not big on the holidays, but I know what mommy's like, and these skis would make Owen's mommy happy. 70cm = $60.

[oftpiste]

first-timer, if you recieve this message, i am looking for the 12 year olds blue /white ob. jacket. thanks

I have plenty of this kind of stuff. Not sure I can do obermeier and blue and white, but if you need a cheap kids' jacket and are a little less picky.....

[jimmyawesome]

If you are looking for something even cooler, check out the toddler skis on SlideWright. Same concept and same binding, but a great looking wooden ski. I'm not big on the holidays, but I know what mommy's like, and these skis would make Owen's mommy happy. 70cm = $60.

Those look way nicer than the MEC PBA version.

[Tuckerman]

FS: Pair of twins 130cm Solomon Fish. Used maybe two seasons with marker holes. - GONE

[Idahodownhiller]

I am looking for kids boots Mondo 19.5 and 18.5...Thanks in advance!

[bagtagley]

Great idea, Buzz. I can't believe I'm just seeing this thread.

Gonna take my 3 year old out this Spring. I'd like to see what I can put together before then. Particularly, I'd like to get her used to the boots well in advance of actually going.

Anybody got some tiny boots (toddler 8-9) they want to share/sell/donate? I'm also interested in skis/bindings and poles.


Edit: And, if I'm moving too fast with "real" boots and skis for a 3-4 year old, I'd appreciate any advice on a better solution.

[~mikey b]

some friends just gave me a couple of pairs of small skis to pass on - both are free + shipping

1. some older, beat up 70cm Fischers w/ Salomon binders - I do not know the history, but these have clearly been several kids' first skis - perfect for a toddler - bindings adjust to fit multiple size boots - gone to bagtagley

2. a bit newer 90cm Salomon Crossmax jr skis and binders - well used, but in good condition - GONE to jimmyawesome

happy to pass these on to some future Mags - have fun kids - ski fast, take chances

[jimmyawesome]

PM sent on the Crossmax.

[Buzzworthy]

Great idea, Buzz. I can't believe I'm just seeing this thread.

Gonna take my 3 year old out this Spring. I'd like to see what I can put together before then. Particularly, I'd like to get her used to the boots well in advance of actually going.

Anybody got some tiny boots (toddler 8-9) they want to share/sell/donate? I'm also interested in skis/bindings and poles.


Edit: And, if I'm moving too fast with "real" boots and skis for a 3-4 year old, I'd appreciate any advice on a better solution.

By 4 my daughter was in real boots and real skis.
Before that I did the plastic skis with regular boots around the yard and parks. Dog loved to chase her and she loved to ski away from doggers.

[whyturn]

The mags are such a cool group. This is a great thread. Will be back if my nephew takes up the sport. We are going to get lessons and have him try it this season. Carry on the spirit