Ski & Snowboard Rental Shop

Ski and snowboard rental shops provide winter sports equipment at resort areas serving skiers and snowboarders.

With 60+ million ski visits annually and equipment rental preferred by 40% of visitors, shops generate revenue of $150,000-$480,000 with 55-70% margins.

The business requires equipment inventory (skis, snowboards, boots, poles), fitting/tuning equipment, retail space near slopes, and insurance.

Services include ski/snowboard rentals, boot fitting, equipment tuning, retail sales, and season-long rentals.

Pricing typically $30-$70 per day for package.

Success factors include resort-adjacent location, quality maintained equipment, expert boot fitting, tune-up services, and early-season reservations.

Most operate seasonally with high winter concentration.

Marketing focuses on resort partnerships, online pre-booking, and lodging connections.

With ski industry strong in 2025, rental shops offer snowy opportunities.