You’ll want to think twice about thrifting these items.

So before your next thrift shopping excursion, take these clothing items off of your shopping list.

Bike or Sports Helmets

This one is all about protecting yourself.

Beautiful female yellow swimsuit, glasses and cream on the beach. Summer vacation resort

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And besidesthey tend to be something you might buy new at a discounted price.

Be especially careful of this with athletic shoes, which often have a shorter lifespan.

Consider whether a particular shoe issue is fixable before you say no.