Shopping second-hand is a great way to save money, but there are some things that you just shouldn't buy used (no matter how good the deal is). Here are some of those items:
Bicycle Helmets
A helmet that has been dropped or involved in an accident won't protect you the way it should – even if it looks fine.
Get professionally fitted for a new helmet (free at most bike shops), and you'll have a helmet that is both safe and comfortable to wear.
Most car seats expire six years from the date of manufacture, and while the expiration date is easy enough to check (it'll usually printed on one of seat's labels), it's still a good idea to steer clear of used car seats. They may have been dropped, involved in a wreck or otherwise damaged– there's just no way to tell.
Still pained by the thought of springing for a new car seat? Just remember that a new seat will include all of the latest safety features, so this is one time when buying new means getting more. Read the entire article.
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