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Should I Buy Or Rent Skis? | Buy vs. Renting Skis | Jans.com

Reading Time: 5 minutesOne of the most prevalent questions faced by those who frequently travel to ski is whether it makes more sense to buy or rent skis. […]

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Should I Buy Or Rent Skis? Assessing the Factors Involved.

by Nate
Published February 21, 2014

Reading Time: 2 minutesLast updated: July 26, 2023 Patagonia Capilene fabric is used to make some of the best and well-known technical baselayers in the industry. The synthetic […]

Clothing

How to Choose the Best Patagonia Capilene Baselayer

by Jans
Published February 18, 2014
Park City Town Race Series - The Early Years

Reading Time: 2 minutesDuring the 1970’s one of the biggest skiing events of each season in Park City was the Town Champion Ski Race.  Skiers of all ages […]

Alpine Skiing Ski Shop

Park City Town Race Series – The Early Years

by Jans
Published February 14, 2014

Reading Time: 3 minutesI’ve learned that winter sports enthusiasts are the WORST armchair meteorologists. I fully put myself into that category – yes, I’ve tried to learn how […]

Cross Country Skiing Nordic Shop

Nordic Ski Conditions in Park City

by Jans
Published February 12, 2014

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’re an avid skier, hiker, or mountain man/woman and your skin isn’t made of steel, chances are you’ve felt the effects of the wrong […]

Ski Shop

How to Choose Ski Socks

by Jans
Published February 10, 2014
What are Skins for Skiing

Reading Time: 3 minutesA very common question and cause for much confusion among those not familiar with backcountry skiing is about skins.  What are they?  Why do you […]

Backcountry Skiing Ski Shop

What are Skins for Skiing?

by Jans
Published February 7, 2014
AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course from Jans

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn an avalanche there are no second chances.  Which is exactly why Jillian Ritter, jans.com Content Manager, enrolled in an AIARE Level 1 avalanche course. […]

Backcountry Skiing Ski Shop

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course from Jans

by Jans
Published February 5, 2014
Outdoor Retailer Recap - 2014 Winter Market

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe 2014 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market wrapped up this past week, and once again, there are plenty of positive signs in this crazy world of […]

Park City Events

Outdoor Retailer Recap – 2014 Winter Market

by Nate
Published February 4, 2014

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe well-deserving winner of Powder Magazine’s Best Outerwear of 2013 Award, the Arcteryx Stinger Bibs are made with highly technical materials, a comfortable design, and thoughtful […]

Clothing Reviews

Arcteryx Stinger Bibs Review

by Jans
Published January 31, 2014

Reading Time: 3 minutesLast updated: January 23, 2025

Alpine Skiing How-To Ski Shop

How to Avoid Knee Pain While Skiing

by Jans
Published January 29, 2014
Snowboard Rentals in Park City - Check Out Our Brand New Fleet

Reading Time: 4 minutesSo you want to rent a snowboard in Park City? Well I’m here to tell you that there is figuratively only one snowboard rental shop […]

Ski Shop

Snowboard Rentals in Park City – Check Out Our Brand …

by Nate
Published January 27, 2014
retro inspired goggle with modern comfort

Reading Time: 2 minutesJan Peterson first met Dr. Bob Smith back in the early seventies. Both men were visionaries in their respective fields. Jan Peterson is the founder […]

Clothing Ski Shop

Smith Optics Dr. Bob Goggle History

by Jans
Published January 24, 2014

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