What happens to ill-equipped athletes?

The Bite:
It's called the bench. Whether you're a boy or girl Biter, kit up with recycled (read: used) and fair-trade sports gear before hitting the fields, and up your chances of getting picked first (well, on our team at least).
The Benefits: 
  • Scoring cash. Gently used equipment wins in the game of keeping costs low - at a used gear shop, you can expect to pay 50% less than what you'd spend on new.
  • Points for resourcefulness. Used equipment means fewer resources needed for the creation, transport, and marketing of new equipment. Plus you don't have to waste any time breaking it in.
Personally Speaking: 
We have mad love for all sports where balls fly at your (well, someone else's) face at high speeds, but with baseball season approaching and the stadium 5 min from SF HQ, we're not looking forward to the lack of parking near the office.
Wanna Try: 
  • Play It Again Sports - nationwide used sports equipment chain.
  • Craigslist and Freecycle - swap and buy used gear online, no matter where you live.
  • Fair Trade Sports - when buying new, check into fair-trade basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, rugby balls, and volleyballs - comparable in quality to anything from the big sports-gear companies; made with FSC-certified natural rubber linings ($15-$30).

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