Alpine Skiing

Get ready to carve! Head out to the slopes with new ski gear and clothing from the top brands: K2, Columbia, Völkl, The North Face and Salomon.

Learn with REI Expert Advice

Choose from dozens of online how-to articles and videos from REI's vast pool of outdoor knowledge. Share your knowledge, too! Top alpine skiing topics:

  1. How to Choose Downhill Skis (Alpine, Randonee, Telemark)
  2. How to Choose Alpine Ski Boots
  3. How to Choose Alpine Ski Bindings
  4. How to Dress in Layers
  5. How to Glide Wax Your Skis
  6. How to Choose a Snow Helmet
  7. Ski and Snowboard Base Repairs
  8. How to Choose Two-way Radios
  9. How to Choose Ski Poles
  10. How to Choose a Car Rack

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For expert tune-ups or repairs, turn to REI ski shop services. Our staff of avid winter enthusiasts offers the highest standard of service at every REI ski shop.

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Your local REI store regularly hosts how-to clinics on topics such as snowshoeing or backcountry safety. Find my REI store for a calendar of events.

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