Ultimate Guide to Storing Your Skis

There’s nothing like hitting the slopes for the first time in winter. For ski fans, enduring the hot summer has one payoff: cooling weather marks the coming ski season. Unfortunately, the winter isn’t endless—which means those skis will have to be packed up and put away once the snow starts to melt in places like La Tania.

For skiers who recently forked out a small fortune to finally purchase skis from luxury brands Foil Skis or Zai Spada, which often include carbon fiber, protecting those new items is a top priority. Depending on where and how you hit the slopes, you may not have too many options for storage.

Finding the Right Storage Area

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Specifically, a storage shed provides the exact location to expand your skis lifespan. The higher quality of the skis, the more susceptible they are to issues like material flexing and popping. Not only does this degrade the skis, but it may also compromise their performance when it’s time to hit the slopes.

Before You Store Them for Summer…

Most skiers focus on finding the right place to store their equipment during the hot summer months. However, it’s just as important to prep the skis for their hibernation. Luckily, most skis require a short check-up—which is a great time to take inventory of all your ski gear to see which items need replacing.

From there, check for nicks and burrs on your skis—they might need to be repaired at the shop. Then you can take your time sharpening the edges of the skis, which helps decrease drag. After sharpening comes waxing—and be sure to leave an extra layer on for summer.

Finally, check the DIN screws on your bindings, then strap your skis together. Experts recommend storing your skis by laying them down on their sides so that there isn’t too much pressure put on any portion of the skis.

Tips on Prepping for Another Season on the Slopes

After months of sitting idly, skis require a bit of extra love before they’re ready for another round on the slopes. Those who checked on their gear before storing it can hit the lifts with confidence—but be sure to service those skis one last time.

Those who added wax for summer protection can strip it now, then run a microfiber towel across the planks to get them sparkling again. Some also choose to check their edges once more, along with their DIN bindings. However, be sure to check out your boots.

Just like skis, boots are subject to wear and tear during storage months. Particularly, they’re apt to stretch or shrink, depending on composition and storage conditions. For those who enjoy hitting the backcountry, don’t forget to double-check equipment like first-aid kits and shovels.