Great Places in Portland to Buy or Sell Used Skis & Snowboards and Related Gear

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Outdoor & Ski Shops

These local stores are popular among Portland skiers — many carry used or discounted equipment (especially in fall/winter) and may accept trade-ins or consignment:

• Next Adventure Portland Outdoor Store – Well-known local outdoor sports shop with a used gear section called their ‘Bargain Basement’. Bring your old gear in to be assessed for store credit. Seasonal ski swap offerings; they sometimes run Black Friday ski swap/trade-in events with bonus credit.

• Foster Outdoor – Highly rated outdoor gear shop carrying new and used equipment including skis and snowboards. Consignment program to sell your used skis. Occasional seasonal markdowns.

• Hillcrest Ski & Sports (Gresham) – Ski Swap with largely discounted gear. Large ski shop nearby; good to check for demos, discounted previous-model skis, and other gear.

• Play It Again Sports (Beaverton) – Sporting goods store that buys/sells used sports equipment — including ski gear (selection varies).

• evo Portland – The Portland location of Evo ski/snowboard shop (new gear primarily) that sometimes offers used, demo or previous-model gear at lowered prices.

• Mountain Shop – Full-service outdoor/ski shop that may have used gear or sell last-season equipment at discounts.

Tip: Many ski shops have used, demo, or trade-in gear in fall and early winter as they clear space for new inventory — check in person or call ahead about current used stock.

Pawn & Sporting Goods

• Money Market Pawn Shop – Pawn shop in Portland that lists sporting goods including ski gear; inventory changes frequently.

These are community or larger fall events where you can both buy and sell used ski gear (skis, boots, bindings, poles, helmets, apparel, etc.):

Annual / Seasonal Swaps

• Portland Ski Swap – Lloyd Center
A local ski swap typically held in November where individuals and vendors sell used gear — great for buying & consigning.

• Snowvana – Portland Winter Sports Festival
This large fall event (Oct 24–26, 2025) includes a gear sale with used/demo skis and other snow sports equipment, alongside films and vendors.

• 53rd Annual Lake Oswego Ski Swap
Fall ski swap supporting local high school teams. Sellers set their own prices and can bring in gear ahead of the event.

Timing: Most swaps take place in September–November ahead of ski season — check current year details (dates/locations) online or via local ski club listings.

Online & Community Marketplaces

While not physical locations in Portland, these are excellent options year-round:

• 9 Bears Marketplace – Used Buy and Sell Classifieds serving North America
• Facebook Marketplace – Many locals list used skis and boots.
• Craigslist Portland – Classic local classifieds with used ski listings.
• GearTrade, eBay, and similar outdoor gear marketplaces – Good for finding used skis shipped to you.

Tips for Buying or Selling Used Ski Gear

• Try before you buy: With used skis and especially boots, inspect condition closely and ideally demo or test fit.
• Sell at swaps or consignment: Ski swaps allow you to set prices or leave gear for sale with minimal hassle.
• Shop early at events: Best used gear goes quickly at large swaps like Snowvana.