Rental Equipment Tips

The Mount Sunapee Express Rental Shop is located adjacent to the Spruce Lodge. Enter between the Rental Shop and the Spruce Lodge. In our Rental Shop, you can purchase your lift ticket, lesson packages, ski/snowboard rentals, boot rentals and helmet rentals. It is convenient one-stop shopping! Open from 7:30 a.m. on weekends and holiday periods and from 8:30 a.m. Monday – Friday. You can rent for the next day after 3 p.m. The Mount Sunapee Rental Shop requires a major credit card or picture ID (driver’s license, passport, state issued ID). Renters who are under 18 years old must have a parent or guardian sign the Rental Release of Liability Form. Visit our Rental Equipment page for more information.

Don't get dressed to ski/ride when you need rental equipment.
Follow these steps:

• Get equipment.
• Layer Up - Put on final layers of clothing - this way you won't be so hot when trying on boots.
• Store personal belongings. To get the right boot fit, be sure to wear the proper socks (see Dressing for the Weather).
• The boot should fit like a snug hiking boot with no pressure points.
• Be sure that your pants are not tucked into the boot.
• Prepare to arrive at least 2 hours prior to lesson time to get equipment and sign up.

How to use your ski bindings

• Always clean all snow, ice and dirt from your boots, skis and snowboards before stepping into the binding.
• To open the binding, depress rear lever with ski pole or ski boot.
• Step in toe first. Be sure to clean the snow off of the boot sole first.
• Step down. Heel will close automatically.
• To exit the binding, depress rear lever with boot, ski or pole.
• Step out. The binding is now ready for re-entry.
• Do not change the binding settings. If you feel that they are not working properly, bring them back to the shop for assistance.
• Avoid walking, skiing or snowboarding through water or mud. Water, mud and dirt can affect your bindings making release more difficult.

While you are skiing or snowboarding, keep your boots properly closed. This allows the boot to support you properly and helps to keep your feet dry. If you have any questions, please ask for assistance. We want to make your skiing and snowboarding as happy and enjoyable as possible.