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Fri, 22 Nov 2024

Why Renting Gear with SkiBig3 is the Best Choice for Your Banff Ski Adventure

Planning your winter vacation to the Canadian Rockies and wondering whether to bring your own gear or rent?  

We know that planning a trip can be stressful, let alone having the extra stress of paying for and transporting oversized luggage. Rentals can be a simple alternative, that not only saves the expense of oversized baggage, but also gives you the opportunity to try out some top-of-the-line gear that suits the current conditions. 

At SkiBig3 we take great pride in the gear we have on offer; in both our Banff and Canmore Hubs, we have a wide variety of quality gear for every style and ability level of rider and skier.  

 

Premium Skis

Our premium skis consist of top-of-the-line K2, Nordica, Blizzard, Elan, Head and Rossignol. These skis are designed to excel in a variety of conditions, whether you’re gliding down perfectly groomed runs or navigating challenging off-piste terrain.

Premium Skis

 

 

High Performance Skis

Are you ready to take your skiing to the next level? If you’re an intermediate to advanced skier seeking to explore new terrain and refine your skills, we’ve got just what you need. Our extensive selection features some of the most popular models from top brands like Elan, Rossignol, Blizzard, Nordica, and Salomon.

Whether you’re carving down groomed runs or venturing off-piste, these skis are designed to enhance your performance and boost your confidence on the slopes. Plus, for our female skiers, we offer a dedicated range of high-performance skis tailored to meet your unique needs. 

High Performance

 

 

High performance snowboards

Choose from a wide range of Salomon boards perfect for intermediate to advanced riders. From the versatile Salomon Assassin, ideal for all-mountain riding, to the Salomon Dancehaul these boards deliver s the perfect blend of playfulness and performance. And for our female riders, the Salomon Rumble Fish is tailored to provide the ultimate balance of comfort and control. 

Snowboards

 

 

Mid Performance Skis

Perfect for first timers or intermediate skiers, our fleet of mid performance Salomon and Rossignol skis will have you improving your skills as you explore our mountains.  

Mid Performance

 

 

Mid Performance Snowboards

Our mid performance snowboards are great for beginner or intermediate riders and include models from Salomon including Craft, Wildcard and liberty boards. 

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Rental Delivery  

Once you’ve decided on what gear will best support you up on the mountain; you can choose from a range of different delivery options. To make your life easier, you can book your rental gear online and we’ll have it waiting for you as either the Banff or Canmore Adventure Hub.  

If you choose to come into the hub and check out our range first, we can deliver your gear straight to your hotel or at Lake Louise Ski Resort if you’re starting there. And just to make your life that little bit easier, you can leave your rentals at your hotel or Lake Louise Ski Resort, and we’ll come and pick it up for you. 

 

 

Additional Rental Gear

If you’ve forgotten any other ski necessities, both our Banff and Canmore Hubs have an excellent range of goggles, helmets, mid-layers, mitts, gloves, socks and neck-tubes. 

 


Ready for your next ski adventure?

The SkiBig3 Adventure Hub has everything you’ll need for a great day out on the mountain. Our friendly rental staff will be more than happy to fit you with the right equipment and offer their expert opinions. Book online through our rentals portal and receive 15% off. You can also download the SkiBig3 app and book your rentals from there. 

Banff Adventure Hub  
114 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J4 
 
Canmore Adventure Hub 
1350 Railway Ave Unit 104, Canmore, AB T1W 1P4 

 

 

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