Two skiers carry their ski gear at the top of the mountain at Bretton Woods.

Rentals & Repairs

Find the equipment you need to conquer the slopes of Bretton Woods, from skis and boards to boots and poles. Our rental fleet includes top ski and snowboard brands, maintained and expertly fitted to give you confidence on the slopes.

  • For full Terms & Conditions including cancellation, please view our Cancellation & Refund Policies page here.

Online Reservations

Equipment reservations should be made online 24 hours in advance for best available price. Before beginning your reservation, be sure you are prepared with each renter’s accurate height, weight, shoe size, age (for children), and ability level.

Reserve Equipment Today

For questions and special requests, please email the Rental Shop at:
[email protected]

Skiers ride the chair lift down the mountain through a snowstorm at Bretton Woods.

Online Reservation Requirements

Reservations should be made online 24 hours in advance for best available price. During checkout, be prepared with the following information for each renter:

  • Height, weight, and shoe size
  • Skier or snowboarder ability level
Two skiers wearing goggles and helmets carry their skis over their shoulders.

Equipment Pick-Up

Your rental gear will be pre-set based on the information provided during booking. For questions or special requests, please email the Rental Shop at [email protected] at least 24 hours before arrival. Rentals can be extended at time of pickup or by email, subject to availability.

Optional Early Rental Pickup: Rental equipment may be picked up at the rental shop between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm the day before.

Rentals FAQs

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  • Yes. However, advanced reservations made through the Bretton Woods eStore are encouraged. Rentals made online in advance will have the best available price.

  • Guests can pick up their reserved equipment the day before based on availability. Next-day pickup is only available from 2:00–4:00 pm for the following day.

  • All equipment is due back 30 minutes after lifts close.

  • Anyone picking up equipment who is under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them to sign a release waiver.

  • Guests may use their own boots or skis. Skis or boots must pass inspection and be indemnified in order to be used. Inspections must be done in person. Be aware there is no separate price for skis or boots only. All rentals involving skis and boots are at the full price.

  • Yes. Poles and helmets can be rented separately. Visit our rental shop on the day you need these items.

  • The rental shop is open 1 hour prior to lifts opening and 30 minutes after lifts are closed.

  • When returning equipment, please enter through the back of the rental shop in the “Return” area.

  • It is recommended that guests with lessons pick up equipment an hour before their lesson. This ensures enough time to get fitted, put gear on, and be outside on snow in time. Rental equipment is not included with lessons and must be purchased separately.

Repair Shop

Tune-Up Services

Ensure your equipment is always ready for the slopes with our expert tune-up services.

Basic Tune

A pass on the wet belt sander to clean the base, then a pass on the wet belt edger to sharpen, followed by a pass on the belt waxer to help your equipment glide better. Finally, tips and tails are finished to prevent hooking edges when you don’t want to.

Deluxe Tune

Belt grind and stone grind with ceramic disc edging and hand wax, followed up with a detune.

Two skiers joyfully glide through the powdery snow at Bretton Woods.
A snowboarder pivots sending powdery white snow into the air while going down a ski hill at Bretton Woods.
Additional Services

Ski & Ride With Confidence

Our Rental Shop offers a range of additional repair and maintenance services, from edge sharpening to base repairs, to ensure you enjoy the best possible skiing or snowboarding experience.

Hand Edge
Ceramic Disc Edge
Belt Edge
Hand Wax
Belt Wax
Hand Edge and Wax
5 Quick-Tune cards
Binding Mount/Remount (system or drill)
Binding Adjustment & Test
Snowboard Binding Mount/Remount
Base Repairs
Stone Grind
Belt Grind

Winter Never Looked So Good

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A group of kids ski down the hill together on a snowy day at Bretton Woods.
A skier carving down a run at Bretton Woods.
A group of skiers and snowboarders overlook a stunning view of lush forest and snow-covered mountains at Bretton Woods.
A snowboarder stands on a snowy slope near a wooden lodge, overlooking a scenic mountain valley at Bretton Woods.
A skier performs a jump in the air while gliding down a snow-covered trail at Bretton Woods.