Tips

January 18, 2018

Ship Your Skis | Skiing or Snowboarding: Which is Safer?

There’s nothing else like that rush that you get from swooping down a mountain of fresh powder. It’s absolutely exhilarating because there’s that element of risk. But, just how dangerous are skiing and...

December 22, 2017

Ski.com Feature For Ski Shipping Company, Ship Skis

Ship Skis, a ski and snowboard shipping service, was recently featured by ski.com. Highlighting the background of the hassle-free shipping company, Ski.com discusses what makes Ship Skis the number one winter gear...

December 14, 2017

4 Ways to Make Your Family Ski Trip Hassle-Free

The laughs and the memories are reason enough to get the whole family together for a family ski trip. But, it’s no easy feat planning this adventure to the peak as we all know, anything can happen when the family gets...

December 8, 2017

Ship Your Skis | The Ultimate 2017 Gift Guide for Skiers

Whether it’s for sport or for show, the skier in your family could always use some new gear! And, as the winter season kicks up and the temps drop, there are some essentials that they will be sure to appreciate if...

December 1, 2017

Ship My Skis | 4 Reasons to Hit the Slopes this Holiday Season

As the holidays take over the last few weeks of the year, things can get pretty hectic. Meaning, it’s the perfect time to get out of dodge and hit the slopes! It may seem counterintuitive to head out for a weekend...

November 17, 2017

Ship Your Skis | 5 Must-Haves for Your Upcoming Ski Trip

Packing for a ski trip is no easy feat. Not only are you packing the bulkiest clothes known to man, you run the risk of getting to the top of the lift and realizing you’ve forgotten something essential. Or, even...

October 6, 2017

Shipping Skis | Why Should I Use Ship Skis?

Getting your gear to your destination isn’t the fun part of the trip. Airports are inconvenient, road trips aren’t always an option, and traditional shipment methods are risky. But, having it waiting for you at your...

February 21, 2017

Top 10 Tricks to Make Your Child’s First Ski Trip Rewarding

Sledding, making snowmen and having a snowball fight are great winter activities, but nothing beats a weekend on the slopes. Family ski trips can be a great way to spend a school break, but they can also be a little...

November 29, 2016

DIY Snowboard Tuning and Maintenance

The summer may not be suitable for snowboarding, but you shouldn’t completely forget about your shred stick until winter returns. In fact, the offseason provides a great opportunity to make sure your board is in...

July 18, 2016

A beginner’s guide to best ski practices—as well as actions to avoid—when skiing for the first time.

What to Expect On Your First Ski Trip Skiing is one of the most exciting and thrilling sports on earth (not that we’re biased), and a good ski trip should be something every person has on his or her bucket list to be...

March 15, 2016

Smart Tips for Planning a Budget Ski Vacation

Learn the Best Ways to Plan a Ski Vacation at a Fraction of the Cost The average person is still working hard to make ends meet in this economy, and your love of skiing may not jibe with your need to be a frugal...

March 1, 2016

7 Dos and Don’ts of Skiing Etiquette

Practicing politeness and civility on and off the slopes is never the wrong decision. Following ski and snowboard etiquette makes everyone’s experience more enjoyable and safe. You’re not the only one out there, and...

January 12, 2016

The Top 5 Late-Season Ski Resorts

As the winter ski season winds down and resorts and runs begin to close, it’s the perfect time to start searching for the best of the late-season skiing and snowboarding deals. Why? Spring and summer skiing has much...

December 23, 2015

Tips for Backcountry Skiing

In the past few years, thousands more skiers and snowboarders have ventured into the backcountry to explore the fresh powder that awaits beyond the groomed and crowded resort slopes. The ski manufacturing industry has...

December 17, 2015

2015 Holiday Gift-Giving Guide for the Skier or Snowboarder in Your Life

Looking for the perfect gift for the skier or snowboarder in your life? We’ve got a list of fun and fascinating items to leave under the tree (or purchase for yourself! We won’t tell!). February 21st, 2024

August 12, 2015

Featured Resort: Copper Mountain

Copper Colorado Nestled just 75 west of Denver, Colorado is the magnificent Copper Mountain ski resort. Copper Mountain, which is actually under lease from the United States National Forest Service, is an easily...

July 1, 2015

Featured Resort: Heavenly Mountain

Heavenly Ski Resort Lake Tahoe became a vacation destination over 3,000 years ago when the Washoe and Paiute Indians pegged it as their R&R summer spot. The Washoe’s even named Tahoe “The Lake of the Sky,”...

June 1, 2015

Featured Resort: Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is conveniently located in Teton Village, Wyoming just south of Grand Teton National Park. Jackson Hole is proudly home to some of the steepest slopes in the...

May 1, 2015

Featured Resort: Kirkwood

Kirkwood Resort Kirkwood Mountain Resort sits just 30 miles south of the breathtaking shores of Lake Tahoe in Kirkwood, California. Kirkwood is known best for its deep, dry snow, averaging the highest annual snowfall...

April 15, 2015

Featured Resort: Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain California is one of the most diverse states in the U.S. The Golden State offers thousands of miles of beautiful, sandy beaches, swimming, surf and golf galore. But if you head just north of Los Angeles...