Ski Base stocks the best demo skis for every level. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, we’ll have the equipment to make your day on Vail Mountain the perfect one. We carry a full line of boots, skis, and poles to compliment each ski or snowboard rental package we offer.

Our fleet of demos consists of this current season’s top of the line skis from Atomic, Black Crows, Blizzard, DPS, Dynastar, Elan, K2, Nordica, Rossignol, Salomon, and Völkl.

All ski & snowboard rentals include FREE SKI STORAGE

  • Blizzard Black Pearl 88

    If you are looking for a ski that rips on groomers and cuts through crud but won’t bog you down in fresh snow, the Black Pearl 88 is your tried and true. The 88mm-waisted ski provides an unmatched level of versatility for intermediate to advanced skiers but is also strong enough for expert skiers who like to up the ante. Each ski is specifically designed by size to give that individual skier the experience they’re after, whether it’s casual cruising or laying it down. The TrueBlend Flipcore with a Women’s Specific Design provides stability and strength, with a sidecut that can easily rotate between short, medium or long radius turns. Click in, have some fun and show ’em who’s boss. Radius: 11, Dimensions 126/88/108

     

     

     

  • Blizzard Black Pearl 82

    Strong at heart with an easygoing attitude, the Black Pearl 82 is the go-to choice for women who are looking for a ski that will be there for them when they want to rip the groomers, but is easy and forgiving when it’s time to cruise. The narrowest in the Black Pearl series at 82mm in the waist, the TrueBlend Flipcore combined with a Women’s Specific Design provides stability and strength, with a quick and playful feel for all-day confidence Click in and show ‘em who’s boss. Radius:10.5 Demensions 103/82/119

     

  • Blizzard Brahma 88

    We define all-mountain as a skier who doesn’t color in the lines. It’s more of a philosophy, a sense of freedom to ski whereever you want on the mountain. The Brahma 88 will give you the ability to seize the snowpack throughout the most frigid temperatures and firm conditions. Compared to its wider brethren in this category, the Brahma 88 utilizes its TrueBlend Woodcore, two sheets of metal and reduced rocker profile for a better grip on harder snow but is versatile enough for a variety of snow conditions. This ski will take the energy you give it and transfer that power into the snowpack, so you can rip down the mountain with confidence and ease. As the day’s smooth terrain gets eaten up by hungry skiers, the Brahma has the backbone to ski efficiently through chopped up crud, which means you’ll be skiing longer (and stronger) than everyone else. Enjoy the day – all day, ski the Brahma. Radius: 14 Dimensions: 110/88/128
  • Blizzard Bonafide 97

    The iconic Bonafide, long-praised for its masterful combination of technical performance and all-mountain versatility, is made to attack the mountain with grace and precision. From crushing through crud, to laying it down on hard pack, to navigating your way through untouched pow in the trees, they’re the ultimate all-conditions daily driver for committed skiers. The TrueBlend Woodcore specifically targets the flex throughout the ski, with a softer tip and tail that keeps you nimble. Denser wood underfoot acts like a gas pedal, giving you the power and drive when you want to charge. Combined with a versatile sidecut and a reduced rocker profile, the Bonafide is the perfect blend of Austrian engineering and real-world testing that’ll keep you skiing confidently, even on those less-than-perfect days. Radius: 15 Dimensions 118/97/136

     

     

  • Nordica Enforcer 93

    The new Enforcer 94 carves a fresh chapter for Nordica’s award-winning and best-selling Enforcer collection while continuing to build on its legendary performance. No wonder the Enforcer 94 has already emerged as a favorite among skiers who spend most of their time on trails. Thanks to its new construction and rocker-camber blend, it offers exceptional versatility, providing a forgiving ride at low speeds and unrivaled performance when it’s time to hold nothing back. The new carbon chassis coupled with a full wood core sandwiched between two sheets of metal deliver tremendous stability and response and dampen vibrations for an especially smooth ride. In addition to reducing weight, this modern design provides outstanding edge hold that inspires confidence and helps lay down powerful and precise turns. Elevate your skiing—and your expectations—with the new Enforcer 94. Radious:16.1 Dimensions: 114.5/94/126

     

     

  • Nordica Enforcer 100

    Guided by a commitment to relentless refinement, Nordica has completely reimagined the Enforcer 100. Thanks to a new construction and an upgraded tip design, this best-selling ski offers a more playful feel and even greater versatility—while continuing to deliver its legendary all mountain performance. For a trusted ride that’s especially smooth and stable, it pairs an all new carbon chassis with a new core profile and two sheets of metal. In addition to dampening vibrations and reducing weight, this creates a more forgiving ski that also maximizes stability and response. And to boost confidence in variable conditions, the Enforcer features an early rise tip and slight tail rocker with traditional camber under foot. Armed with a modern design, it allows you to ski how you want—where you want. Smoother and more playful than ever, the new Enforcer 100 redefines what an all mountain ski can do. Radius: 16.3 Dimensions: 120/100/132

     

  • Nordica Santa Ana 98

    With unmatched versatility, the Santa Ana 93 easily handles both on and off-trail terrain while providing a balanced and stable feel. And although it loves making fluid turns on groomers, it’s at home anywhere thanks to an entirely new construction and shape. A wood core paired with carbon and a sheet of terrain-specific metal make the ski lighter and easier to maneuver. This fresh design also boosts confidence by enhancing edge hold and dampening vibrations for a smooth and stable ride. The Santa Ana 93’s shorter radius makes it easy to control turns and transition between them. And because its 93 mm waist offers exceptional versatility, it’s the perfect daily driver for women looking to carve groomers and explore the entire mountain. Light, powerful, and playful the Santa Ana 93 is the most balanced ski in the collection. Radius: 14.4 Dimensions: 112/93/125

     

     

  • Rossignol FREERIDE SKIS BLACKOPS 92

    Purpose built to push the next generation of freeriders forward, the new Blackops 92 is a weapon of one for progressive minded all-mountain skiers. Combining a full sidewall construction and progressive rocker profile, this freeride weapon packs a perfect blend of power, pop, and playfulness. A lightweight paulownia wood core keeps the ski reactive and agile whether airing it out in the park or slashing through virgin powder fields. Radius: 14 Dimensions: 114/91/122

     

  • Rossignol Experience 78

    Every turn. Any terrain. Across the resort. The women’s Experience 82 Ti ski responds with energy to every turn for a high-energy, all-resort feel. The flex is tuned for intermediate and advanced skiers who enjoy aggressive performance. Titanal layers, a wood core and an 82mm waist combine for the power to handle perfect morning groomers and skied up afternoon conditions. The confidence-boosting control of our Drive Tip design works with the sidecut and full sidewall construction for smooth turn initiation and a powerful edge through the entire turn. Radius: 13 Dimensions: 115/82/127

     

     

     

  • Rossignol Experience 86 Basalt

    All resort. All the time. The Experience 86 Basalt ski blends a lightweight build with a smooth ride for carving across the entire mountain. A paulownia wood core reduces overall weight, while basalt layers absorb vibration for a smooth, quiet feel. An 86mm waist adds versatility and stability across changing snow conditions. The confidence-boosting control of our Drive Tip design works with the sidecut and full sidewall construction for smooth turn initiation and a powerful edge through the entire turn. Radius: 16 Dimensions: 120/86/132
     


     

     

  • Salomon QST 92

     

    Salomon’s speedy QST 92 Ski cruises down fresh groomers before lunch and obliterates your favorite off-piste lines in the afternoon. A skinny waist width of 85mm means this ski has a tight turn radius so you can carve groomers like a champ. The QST’s All-Terrain Rocker includes a gradual rockered tip that deflects chop, and the rest of the ski is cambered for solid edge control on firm snow. Radius: 13 Dimensions: 11/92/126

  • Salomon QST 98

    We can’t guarantee that the QST 98 will make you ski like Nico Vuignier, but we bet that you’ll love the innovative freeride shape that keeps this ski winning awards year after year. The 98’s full sandwich double sidewalls and cork damplifier create stability in the park and pow, while rocker plus traditional camber make this ski a favorite for all. Radius: 15 Dimensions: 114/98/136

  • Salomon Stance 96

    The marquee ski in Salomon’s all-mountain Stance line, the 96 is unrivaled in strength-to-weight ratio. This all-mountain driver offers a butter-smooth ride at any speed. Two titanal plates run the length of the ski to provide impressive edge grip when the going gets firm, and release torsional stiffness for poppy, powerful turns. Radius: 19 Dimensions: 126_94_108

  • Salomon QST LUX 92

     

    The Salomon QST Lux 92 Skis have consistently gotten our vote for “most versatile all-mountain” ride for several years, and sales have been appropriately through the roof. Nothing has changed in the latest model – if you want a do-it-all ski with a willing personality that doesn’t leave you short on icy or steep terrain, the Lux 92 is hard to beat. Radius: 13 Dimensions: 114/92/126

     

  • Völkl Yumi

    The Yumi’s unique setup is designed to create a playful, easy handling ride quality. Titanal Band construction provides stability and smoothness without extra weight. It also features tip and tail rocker, full sidewall construction, and moderate taper in the tip. The strength of the Yumi has always been the huge range of skiers’ abilities who could enjoy it, and the lively, yet stable feel on the front side blended with the float and maneuverability for an occasional off piste ramble make it yet another winner in its category. Radius: 13 Dimensions: 107/84/125

     

  • Völkl Kenja 88

    If you don’t want to choose between piste and powder, between moguls and groomed carving slopes, then the Kenja 88 with its revised geometry is the perfect partner for every occasion. This all-mountain freerider with state-of-the-art build is suitable for female skiers who value performance but don’t want to be confined to piste or terrain. Its impressive carving performance is due to the three different radii in the 3D Radius Sidecut. Different parts of the ski are involved at different speeds and as the edges are engaged and disengaged, helping it manage different turns, terrains and forces perfectly. The tip and tail rocker makes initiating turns smoother and forgives mistakes on slopes deep with powder or crud. The centre radius is shorter by a metre, allowing the ski to be steered with noticeably less effort. With the Kenja 88 beneath your feet, you can take on everything the mountains have to offer.                               Radius: 13 Dimensions: 113/88/129

     

  • Völkl Secret 96

    A ski for demanding freeride girls who take things to the limits under any conditions and want a ski they can rely on all the way from the top of the mountain to the bottom of the valley – and which leaves them with enough left in the tank to party hard at the après ski. Radius: 13m Dimensions: 135_96_11

     

      

  • Völkl Kendo 88

    This is an all-mountain freerider with a state-of-the-art build that can be used for so many different things by experienced skiers who relish powerful turns on any terrain and on any piste. Like the new Mantra and Kenja, the Kendo 88 comes with revised geometry and a one metre shorter centre radius in its 3D Radius Sidecut. The key is that the three different radii combined in one ski make for enormously versatile cornering. The new 16 m radius in the middle further increases its radius variability. Thrills await if you love tight turns cut fully on the edge. This ski encourages a sporty, intuitive style on groomed slopes, but also provides the manoeuvrability you need to get through challenging terrain. Less force is required too, thanks to a shorter centre radius. This season, the Kendo 88 also features Tailored Carbon Tips and a Tailored Titanal Frame. So if it wasn’t clear already, there can now be no doubt that fun is the Kendo’s middle name. Radius: 15 Dimensions: 111/8/129

     

  • Völkl M6 Mantra

    How do you improve a legend? You retain the features that made the ski famous and add the latest innovations, which allow progress where a year ago you couldn’t see any room for improvement. The Mantra M6 again comes with a multilayer wood core and tip and tail rocker. But in the coming season, the newly designed ski body will, for the first time, be adapted to a 3D radius sidecut concept with a tailored Titanal frame. By adapting the Titanal components to the various ski lengths and thus to the skier’s proportions, not only can the tip and tail ends be weight-optimised, but the torsional stiffness can also be influenced, thereby improving the ride qualities. This retains the familiar stability of a Titanal ski while also making the Mantra M6 noticeably lighter and more agile to control. The handling characteristics of the Mantra M6 are also enhanced by the tailored carbon tip. The dedicated positioning of the carbon fibres results in a precise tip response and vastly improves the ski’s torsional stiffness. In summary, the Mantra M6 is even more versatile than its predecessor and once again offers maximum fun! Radius: 21 Dimensions: 135_96_119

     

     

  • Volkl RTM 8.0

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    The RTM 8.0 is a great ski for the true beginner or the recreational skier that is looking to stop waiting in rental shop lines. Made with a Dual Wood Core, the RTM 8.0 has a stiffer feeling and the two strips of wood in the core are surrounded by PU to give you some vibration absorption. Volkl’s Powershell Construction has a full cap that enables the ski to flex easily, for easy control and easy steering. Tip Rocker will help you initiate a turn as soon as you tip the ski on edge, and camber underfoot will give you stability and edge hold on the groomed trails.

    Lengths: 135cm, 144cm, 158cm, 165, 176cm