The most annoying thing, I reckon is that half the time it's not just some desperate/envious ski bum who nicks off with one pair of skis... that would still be pathetic, but at least i can understand the temptation.  Most of the stealing where I worked got done by groups, usually workers, looking for extra cash - even worse, a lot of other resort workers were happy to buy from them... I know it's cheaper, but don't help them!  This, of course has NOTHING to do with the fact that I had Rossi Pro Powairs nicked from a locked building, where they were supposedly being looked after by a supposed mate... I still haven't recovered from that blow (especially after my insurance told me they'd only cover $US250)