Western Colorado Thrift Stores Offer Deals on Winter Gear in February

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Western Colorado's thrift stores see a surge of winter gear donations in February, as the demand for these items drops. This makes February an ideal time for shoppers to find discounted coats, boots, sweaters, and other winter accessories before spring stock arrives.

Why it matters

Thrift shopping is a great way to save money and find unique items, and February is the prime time to do it in Western Colorado. The late winter months are slower for thrift stores, so they mark down seasonal items sooner and have a wider selection available.

The details

Thrift stores on the Western Slope rely on local donations, and February and March are when they see a fresh batch of winter gear arrive. Since things are slower during this time, quality seasonal items tend to stick around longer and get marked down sooner. Shoppers who visit thrift stores early in the week, like Monday or Tuesday, often get first dibs on the restocked racks.

• February and March are the peak months for winter gear donations in Western Colorado.
• Many thrift stores offer special discounts and sales mid-week to move out older inventory.

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