View Full Version : What would you do ? Used Western Mountaineering Bag
brotheral
12-31-2012, 13:42
I may be able to buy the Western Mountaineering bag I've been wanting used. Seller says it's in "like new condition, about 10 years old, and only used about 4 times." properly stored and all that stuff... Price would be around $300.00.
This bag would be 400.00 new.
What would you do ?? :-?
Studlintsean
12-31-2012, 14:05
I may be able to buy the Western Mountaineering bag I've been wanting used. Seller says it's in "like new condition, about 10 years old, and only used about 4 times." properly stored and all that stuff... Price would be around $300.00.
This bag would be 400.00 new.
What would you do ?? :-?
I searched and searched and found a brand new (with tags) WM on BPL for $360. The deals are there. Id also look for past things sold and see what the buyer feedback was.
Studlintsean
12-31-2012, 14:07
Currently there is a Ultralite posted here on Whiteblaze that may worth looking into if your looking for a 20 Deg.
brotheral
12-31-2012, 14:09
Was it a Megalite long ??
Old Hiker
12-31-2012, 14:16
I'd keep looking. No offense to the seller, but if I could get a new one for almost the same price, I'd do that. 10 years is a bit long for me.
Good luck.
Tuckahoe
12-31-2012, 14:17
This is just me but used sleeping bags are just one of those things I'd be wary of. And $300 doesnt seem to be much of a good deal matched against current new bags, especially for a 10yo bag.
I agree with Old Hiker. Got some yrs on it. Saying it was only used four times, well, maybe so, MAYBE NOT. With that many yrs I would be careful. Tread lightly. an extra $60-100 for a new with the peace of mind knowing you will get a new WM bag I think it's worth the extra do remi.
Studlintsean
12-31-2012, 14:25
I agree with others that 10years may be a bit of a stretch. The one I got was an Alpine lite reg. Backwoods.com recently had 25% off any item (including WM bags). Keep an eye out there and maybe call an see if you can get a hint as to when the next will be.
Tipi Walter
12-31-2012, 14:32
My bodily fluids are bad enough, why sleep with someone else's?
brotheral
12-31-2012, 14:52
I'd keep looking. No offense to the seller, but if I could get a new one for almost the same price, I'd do that. 10 years is a bit long for me.
Good luck.
Thanks... I passed on a new one for $330 earlier this year.
$400 - $300 = $100
brotheral
12-31-2012, 14:56
I agree with others that 10years may be a bit of a stretch. The one I got was an Alpine lite reg. Backwoods.com recently had 25% off any item (including WM bags). Keep an eye out there and maybe call an see if you can get a hint as to when the next will be.
Thanks for reminding me of that sale... I was a day late.... Doubt they would've had my particular bag anyway....
brotheral
12-31-2012, 15:02
My bodily fluids are bad enough, why sleep with someone else's?I
I'm trying to upgrade my gear so I can meet up with you next month at Big Frog Mountain....:banana
I agree with you all !!!
MuddyWaters
12-31-2012, 15:02
I buy a lot of used things. I never pay more for a used item, than I believe I can quickly/easily resell it for.
If there are pics and the loft looks good, and bag is as-new, no damage.
Id offer them $240 shipped to my door.
If the bag has no damage, you can sell it for $200-$225 easily.
Plan on washing it .
The Snowman
12-31-2012, 15:52
I would wait for a sale and buy a new bag. a ten year old bag is old no matter how many times its been used
Tipi Walter
12-31-2012, 16:39
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I'm trying to upgrade my gear so I can meet up with you next month at Big Frog Mountain....:banana
I agree with you all !!!
The holy Big Frog! I'll be there God willing and the creeks don't rise.
grizzlyadam
12-31-2012, 16:59
I just posted my WM UltraLite today.
I'm sure you've already seen the post, but if not- Here You Go (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?90852-FS-Western-Mountaineering-UltraLite)
every deal has to stand on it's own merits.... I just sold a WM Highlite for $195, only used on 3 hikes, the bag was never wet, stored in the original breathable sack indoors. So I think there are some good deals out there for used WM sleeping bags, like any purchase of a used item, you have to do your own DD and make your selections. But $300 for a used bag does sound a bit much, especially a 10 yr old bag.
brotheral
12-31-2012, 19:07
The bid on the bag I was looking at is now $ 263 with 22 hours left.. I'm guessing it'll go up a bit more.
I'll pass on this one...
Thanks for the excellent feedback... Happy (almost) New Year Everyone !! :banana
The bid on the bag I was looking at is now $ 263 with 22 hours left.. I'm guessing it'll go up a bit more.
I'll pass on this one...
Thanks for the excellent feedback... Happy (almost) New Year Everyone !! :banana
WM makes a great bag, and the MegaLite is a great model. I bought one used ("10 times") on eBay for about $200 a few years ago and it was in excellent condition. I used it for about 30 nights over two years, took very good care of it, and sold it on eBay for $200. I did this because I wanted to get a WM Badger to extend the lower temp range of what I had available. Got the Badger lightly used from a backpackinglight member and it was also in excellent condition. So a lot depends on whether you trust the seller and are happy with the price. That said, I agree with others that $300 is a lot to ask for one that is 10 years old. However, if it was really stored well, it should be as good as new.
The holy Big Frog! I'll be there God willing and the creeks don't rise.
Tipi - most people don't actually know that the phrase, "God willing and the creek don't rise." actually doesn't refer to a creek or creeks as in a stream. The phrase refers to the Creek Indian Tribe. Sadly, we ran them all off.
Hairbear
01-01-2013, 06:45
My bodily fluids are bad enough, why sleep with someone else's? plus 1 100 bucks to not be laying in someones d n a is worth it.any skin contact item is personal use in my eyes.how much would dry cleaning add to the bill?
brotheral
01-01-2013, 15:32
The bid on the bag I was looking at is now $ 263 with 22 hours left.. I'm guessing it'll go up a bit more.
I'll pass on this one...
Thanks for the excellent feedback... Happy (almost) New Year Everyone !! :banana
It's $310.00 now on Ebay with 2 hours left.... :eek:
daddytwosticks
01-01-2013, 16:40
I have a barely used Alpinlite long for sale. Can make you a good deal if you are interested. Check out the FS posts. :)
MuddyWaters
01-02-2013, 21:02
It's $310.00 now on Ebay with 2 hours left.... :eek:
Im sure thats quite a bit more than it cost when it was new.
Ive got one 2-3 yrs old and it was $355 shipped to my door, at full retail.
Tipi - most people don't actually know that the phrase, "God willing and the creek don't rise." actually doesn't refer to a creek or creeks as in a stream. The phrase refers to the Creek Indian Tribe. Sadly, we ran them all off.
lordy, lordy, i learned something today and i thank you for it!
tjkenney67
01-03-2013, 19:48
my bodily fluids are bad enough, why sleep with someone else's?
+1 lol.....
Studlintsean
01-08-2013, 16:22
Look at this thread someone started today. Might be worth looking into....
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?91159-Western-Mountaineering-2nds-Sale