There are a variety of options available for renting ski equipment, including directly from the resort, from a local ski shop, or online.
Whether you're a beginner skier or an expert, you'll be able to rent skis that are a fit for your ability level and for the conditions.
Recreational skiers can save on the expensive of purchasing equipment and clothing for a ski vacation or two each season. Plus, you don't have to worry about what to buy, what to pack, and what you're going to have pay in airline baggage fees.
More advanced skiers can try out new skis and order skis that are a match for the snow conditions and weather at the resort they are visiting.
Ski Rental Options
Ski rental options include basic packages for beginner skiers, junior packages for kids, performance packages for intermediate skiers, and high performance, demo, and pro packages for advanced skiers. You may be able to specify a brand and model of ski when you rent the higher level packages.
Ski Resort Rental Packages
Just about every ski resort provides options for renting ski equipment. At many ski resorts you can rent skis, boots, poles, and a helmet online before your visit. When you fill out the rental form you list the equipment you need, your size, your ability level, and the dates of your stay.
At some ski resorts, like Northstar-at-Tahoe, you can also rent a ski jacket and ski pants.
When you purchase both a lift ticket and a ski rental package there is typically a discount. There may be an additional discount depending on how far in advance you purchase.
When you're planning your trip, check the ski resort web site for ski rental options and availability.
Ski Shop Rental Packages
Ski equipment can be rented from just about every ski shop in every ski town. Google the name of the resort you're visiting and "ski equipment rental" or "ski shop" to find local ski shops.
For example, Googling "Killington ski equipment rental" generates a list of local ski shops, along with a map of their locations, and links to the ski shop's web site.
You may be able to rent equipment online. If not, take the time to rent your equipment when you arrive at the mountain so you're not waiting in line to pick up equipment instead of getting an early start on the slopes.
Online Ski Rentals
Ski equipment can be rented online. Ski Butlers, for example, provides rental equipment that you can rent online or on the phone.
The equipment is delivered directly to you and adjusted in your hotel room or condo. The representative brings extra boots, just in case what you ordered doesn't fit. And if there's a glitch while you're skiing, they will meet you to make an adjustment.
Ski Rental Equipment Adjustments
When you pick up your equipment, you can try on the boots to make sure they're a good fit. The binding of your skis will be adjusted to your height and weight.
Make sure everything is just right will ensure all the ski equipment you have rented is appropriate for your size and ability level, as well as for the conditions you'll be skiing.
