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The Problem with Rental Shops

Do they discourage as many skiers as they attract?

Ski with a Buzz. Get Stung by the Fuzz.
20 Mar 2012 3
Here's what could happen to you if you get carried away with the après scene.
Bringing Skiing Back to Its Roots
20 Mar 2012 2
The Mountain Rider's Alliance is focused on community, sustainability and the downhill experience.
Families That Ski Together, Shop Together
20 Mar 2012 0
Joe's Sporting Goods in Minnesota increases sales by catering to families.
Columbia Sportswear Laying Off 80 Companywide
19 Mar 2012 1
Columbia Sportswear is in the midst of laying off 80 employees in an effort, which started in February, to cut costs due to slow sales.
Mild Winter Pushes Outdoor Product Sales Down to $654 Million
16 Mar 2012 0
The Outdoor Industry Association released its monthly trend report that showed outdoor product sales were down 0.5 percent.
Mountain Resort Lodging Down in February
16 Mar 2012 0
Shock alert: The Mountain Travel Research Program reports that mountain lodging occupancy was down in February—but not as much as some people would expect. [...]
Want to Own a Cat Skiing Operation? Now’s Your Chance.
15 Mar 2012 0
If you've always dreamed of running a cat skiing business, you're in luck. There's one in Colorado for sale that includes [...]
Outdoor Product Imports From Korea Now Duty Free
15 Mar 2012 0
The Outdoor Industry Association's Alex Boian sent an email alerting the industry that many products imported from Korea, and some made in the U.S. for export to Korea, are now duty free. Click the story to find out how it'll impact you.
Warning, Gory Photos: The Perils of Complacency
13 Mar 2012 1
Steve Cohen clicked into the wrong skis/bindings, double ejected and ended up in the hospital. Here's the full story.
Can Product Hang Tags Close Sales?
13 Mar 2012 2
Annoying or vital: Industry experts weigh in on the usefulness of hang tags.
Kjus Holds Prices Despite Economy
13 Mar 2012 1
The high-end clothing brand says consumers are still willing to pay a premium.
Good Vibes Equal Good Sales
13 Mar 2012 0
A remodeled blacksmith shop, The City Garage uses its fun atmosphere to attract customers.
Attorney Sheds Light on PCMR, Talisker Lawsuit
12 Mar 2012 1
Skiing Business contributor David Cronheim shares some thoughts on the recently filed lawsuit between Park City Mountain Resort and Talisker, which owns Canyons Resort.
Park City Mountain Resort Files Lawsuit, Talisker Responds
12 Mar 2012 1
Park City Mountain Resort filed a lawsuit against Talisker, owner of Canyons Resort, regarding a land use issue. Click here to read the statement from PCMR as well as one from Talisker.
Spyder Names Jamie Starr as Marketing Manager
08 Mar 2012 0
Spyder Active Sports named Jamie Starr as its new marketing manager replacing Laura Wisner who left the company late last year.