For Skiers - Christmas in July

I know the saying goes, "Christmas Comes But Once a Year" but that was before skiers found out how many great gift bargains are available in the summer. So, now we unofficially celebrate Christmas in July, and this is the week.

Shopping for your favorite skier (it's okay if that happens to be you) year round has never been easier since the explosion of online ski stores. Order online, pay a small shipping charge, and voila (!) the UPS Santa in brown shorts, will be bringing your present - just like I got these 08-09 Head Mojo 94s.

Your favorite brick and mortar ski shop may be bare wall empty right now, but as Lee and Cathy Quaglia of Aspen East Ski Shop in Killington, VT reminded me, the online store is open 24/7 for new equipment and clothing, as well as for leftover bargains.

According to industry audits, the online sale of ski equipment and clothing is the fastest growing sales medium. So, check out the web sites of some of your favorite ski shops and I bet you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the number of shops that offer online sales and some great winter bargains in the summer heat.

Skiing Shopping

• Ski Clothing
• Ski Equipment
• Ski Outlets

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