01/16/2010
Is it time for new skis? How about a test drive?

Have your skis seen better days and it’s time to consider a new pair? Or maybe you simply want to check out the latest ski technology and give it a try. Greenwood's has scheduled the final On Hill Demo at Bogus Basin for the season-Saturday, March 6, 9am-3pm in the Simplot Lodge Area. Don't miss out! An on-hill demo is when local shops or manufacturer’s representative take their fleet of current model demo skis up to the ski area and offer them for you to make a few runs-at no charge! It’s a great way to test drive several pair of skis on the same day. By skiing several pair on similar terrain and in similar snow conditions, you will get a good feel for how each model performs under comparable conditions. Warning: You might just fall in love!
Here are some tips to help you navigate the next on-hill demo:
1. Fill out demo paperwork including signing a liability release and providing binding release information.
2. Photo ID# required (Season Pass or Driver’s License)
3. Shop representatives will determine appropriate binding settings. These release values will be used to set the bindings on each pair of skis that you try.
4. Representatives will help you pick a pair of skis to try based on your preferences, ability, and conditions. There are many models of skis to choose from and we can help you find the perfect pair.
5. Binding technicians will adjust bindings for you each time you try a different pair of skis.
6. Ski 2-3 runs. Try a variety of turns and terrain. Have fun!
7. Return to the demo area and check-in the skis with a representative. They will probably ask what you liked about that pair of skis and if there is something different you are looking for. Based on that information, they can suggest a different model
8. Check-out another pair of skis to try, have the bindings adjusted, and keep on smiling!
9. Please be considerate of other skiers who may be waiting for the pair of skis you are trying. An on-hill demo doesn’t mean that a pair of skis are yours to use for the rest of the day. Remember that golden rule about sharing!
10. Please be aware of a the return time for the last run of the demo. Shop representatives spend a lot of time to get the demo skis prepped and ready to ski and to get them up and down the hill for you. Be respectful of their time and return the skis on time at the end of the day.
9. Which pair is your favorite? Shop representatives will be happy to provide you with information about the brand, model, length and price of the skis you have tried.

Of course you can always demo a pair of current model skis on the day of your choice by reserving and renting them from Greenwood's Ski Haus.

So, if it’s time to retire your current skis, take advantage of an on-hill demo and you might just find a new pair of skis you simply can’t live without! See you on the hill!