You may or may not have already known this, but it's worth reiterating: when you rent from Sports Basement, your pickup and return days are free! F-R-E-E. We know it's tough to travel to and from the mountains, and we just don't think you ought to pay extra for those transport days. And yeah, that's on top of our already-lengthy rental durations. So you can book a 4-day "weekend" rental picking up on a Friday and not have to return your gear until Wednesday.

It gets better: we work hard to prep your rentals even farther in advance if we can! When we do, we'll text you to let you know that your gear can be picked up early. So that "weekend" rental you booked? You might be able to pick it all up on Wednesday, and it still doesn't need to be back until the next Wednesday. That's a full week of rental gear for the price of a weekend. You deserve it.

Headed for a snow day in SoCal’s mountain playgrounds? Our Southern California Ski Trip Checklist has all the essentials to keep your journey smooth—from lift passes and gear prep to smart timing for those classic mountain traffic days. Whether you’re cruising up to Big Bear, Mammoth, or Mountain High, we’ll help you plan your route, check road conditions, and find the best pit stops (and coffee!) along the way so you can focus on carving turns, not stressing the drive.

The hardest part about virtually shopping or renting snow gear is figuring out what size to get—but don’t sweat it (or shiver about it), our snow experts have your back! From skis and snowboards to helmets and baselayers, there’s a sweet spot for every piece of gear that’ll keep you comfy, warm, and ready to shred. Whether you’re checking your ski length by your chin, dialing in the perfect boot fit, or making sure your helmet doesn’t wobble when you shake your head, our handy sizing guide breaks it all down so you can spend less time guessing and more time riding.