If you are a new skier, or only an occasional skier, or if you just want to see if skiing is for you, you may want to rent your ski equipment. The equipment for this winter sport can be very expensive and cost-prohibitive in the beginning when you are unsure if this is something that you want to pursue. If you do decide to buy the ski equipment and then you leave it sitting in your garage for years gathering dust, it really is a waste of money. But, you may not be sure how to go about renting your ski equipment. Here are some basic suggestions:

Where to rent it-You can rent equipment from the local ski shop or from the resort or ski area where you will be skiing. If you rent from the ski shop you will be assured of getting the ski equipment you want and you won