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10 Best Ski and Snowboard Stores in New Mexico

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10 Best Ski and Snowboard Stores in New Mexico

Whether you want to strap on a pair of traditional skis or step onto a snowboard, having the right gear is critical to having a successful experience down the slopes. These 10 awesome stores in New Mexico can walk you through that process! 

1. Wild Bill's at the Lift, Red River, NM

Whether you’re a freestyling snowboarder or downhill racer, you’ll find what you need at this one-stop shop for gear rentals or purchases. Lots of packages to fit every experience and budget. Skilled technicians for tuning and service of equipment on-site. Reserve equipment online and get a 10 percent discount. Also on-hand are accessories from hats to goggles to gloves to face masks—everything you need to have a great day on the mountain.

3. A-Frame Ski Shop & Stan's Snowboard Shop, Ruidoso, NM

For more than 30 years, this family-owned store has been meeting the needs of skiers, and nowadays, snowboarders too, with top-quality equipment, good-natured hospitality and excellent service. It’s the exclusive Burton snowboard dealer in town and has on-hand one of the state’s only snowboard stone grinder tuning machine. Package deal options for adults and children. Book online for a 20 percent discount.

4. Sport Systems, Albuquerque, NM

This well-known bicycle shops transforms into a first-rate ski and snowboard store in the winter. Top brands in skis include Head, Salomon, and Rossignol. Snowboarders will find Oakley, Dakine, and K2 Sports, and many others. Rentals, for a day or multiple days, of both skis and snowboards come in economy, recreation, demo, junior and Burton packages and include skis/snowboard, boots, bindings and poles. Bring in your personal skis/snowboard for service and tune-up. The service department is fast and efficient.

5. Adventure Ski Shops, Taos, NM

This full-service rental shop has top-of-the-line equipment for those hitting the slopes on skis or snowboards. With two convenient locations, they’re perfectly positioned for skiers headed to Taos Ski Valley, Angel Fire and Red River Ski Resort, as well as Sipapu Ski Valley. Packages for both skis and snowboards cover a range of options for juniors through adults, for all budgets. Reserve in advance, online for a 10 percent discount. Equipment tune-ups, binding adjustments, and repairs available on-site.

5. Cottam's Ski Shop, Mulitple locations

Known for exceptional service for more than 40 years, this family-owned shop knows the ski business and will help your winter experience on the mountain be a memorable one. Four locations in the Taos/Santa Fe area helps makes the rental process convenient. A wide selection of retail goods and equipment ensures that you have everything you need for a successful ski adventure. Take 10 percent off when you reserve online. You’ll get free overnight storage and a complimentary equipment exchange at any of the locations.

6. Ski Tech, Santa Fe, NM

You don’t even have to go into this shop to rent skis or a snowboard, this shop has a Ski Butler Service that will bring your gear right to your door at surrounding hotels and motels, as well as any residence in Santa Fe. No need to wait in lines, just make an appointment 48 hours in advance. Skis, snowboards, helmets, poles, boots, bibs, and pants are all available for rent in different package deals. Certified by all major ski binding manufacturers for service.

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7. Ski Tech Ski Rentals of Angel Fire, Angel Fire, NM

Just one block from the nearest lift, makes this a fast and easy in and out experience. With dozens of years of mountain experience, you’ll find a complete line of quality skis, snowboards, boots and poles to match all levels of ability. Rental rates are reasonable and cover varying degrees of skill from beginner to expert. Reserve skis or snowboards online and take 10 percent off the price. Have a big family? Ask for a group discount. The store also stocks eyewear, gloves, head and foot gear, thermal under-garments, skin protection and clothing, souvenirs, and miscellaneous equipment.

8. Ski Ruidoso Ski Shop, Ruidoso, NM

Step inside this locally-owned shop for a memorable experience, both in the rental process and once you get on the mountain with the great gear from here. Rentals cover high performance skis, snowboards, kids and junior equipment, snowblades and helmets, bibs and jackets. Check out the progressive rental package that discounts the fee for multi-day rentals. Online reservation discount is 10 percent.

9. Wild West Ski Shop, Ruidoso, NM

The folks at this store know that it’s about which foot you have in front on your board. They know things like that here, which makes it a good first place to stop for gear. Rentals include snowboards, shaped skis, snowblades, all for the day or multiple days. Seniors and active military get a 20 percent discount. Reservations made online get a 10 percent discount. The shop opens at 7 a.m. to get you out on the mountain as the first lift starts up.

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10. Mountain Sports, Angel Fire, NM

If you need to buy skis or a snowboard, this is the place. If you need to rent the same, this is the place. It’s full-service, and just because you might have to rent you won’t sacrifice fit or performance because of the expert service here. If you’re on the fence about buying or renting, you can demo some skis before the big purchase. This full-service store has accessories, clothing, boots, bindings and goggles. Get 10 percent off when you reserve online.

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