The Daily Shred

Gear Guides, Mountain Advice & Everything In Between

Explore ski and snowboard gear guides, buying advice, sizing tips, mountain knowledge, and expert insights from Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport.

Welcome to The Daily Shred, the Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport guide to getting more out of your time outside.

From choosing the right skis or snowboard to understanding gear, finding a setup that fits your budget, preparing for your next mountain day, and learning what actually matters when shopping new or used, we're here to make outdoor gear a little less complicated.

Our team spends every day around skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, rentals, repairs, and the people who use them. The Daily Shred is where we share what we've learned, without the unnecessary jargon, pressure, or assumption that you already know everything about the sport.

Whether it's your first day on snow or your hundredth, there's always something new to learn.

Spend less time overthinking your gear and more time using it.

The Daily Shred

Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport Is Coming to Denver: Opening October 25!

Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport Is Coming to Denver: Opening October 25!

Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport is coming to Denver! Our new seasonal shop at 5368 Sheridan Blvd in Arvada opens on October 25, 2026, with season and daily rentals plus new and used gear, so you can get the same great service closer to I-70.

Rocky Mountain Ski in Colorado Springs

Optimistic About Upcoming Ski Season After Challenging Year for Colorado Ski Industry

After a challenging year marked by disappointing snowfall and continued economic pressure on small businesses and consumers alike, we're heading into the upcoming ski and snowboard season with renewed optimism...

3rd Annual COS Ski Fest 2026

3rd Annual COS Ski Fest 2026 | Colorado Springs Ski & Snowboard Swap

COS Ski Fest is back for two weekends! Shop skis and snowboards from $29, boots from $3, consignment gear, local vendors and more at Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport in Colorado Springs. Consignment drop-off runs October 21–28.

Ski & Snowboard Season Rentals Shipped to Your Door: A Better Way to Gear Up for Winter

Ski & Snowboard Season Rentals Shipped to Your Door: A Better Way to Gear Up for Winter

Skip the rental lines and keep your gear all winter. Rocky Mountain Ski + Sport now ships ski and snowboard season rentals directly to your door, with options for adults and kids and easy round-trip shipping. See how our shipped season rentals make gearing up for winter easier, more affordable, and more convenient.

Beginner's Guide to Buying Your First Ski or Snowboard Setup

Beginner's Guide to Buying Your First Ski or Snowboard Setup

Buying your first ski or snowboard setup is exciting. It's also an excellent way to discover that winter sports have approximately 400 pieces of terminology nobody bothered to explain to...

New vs. Used Ski & Snowboard Gear: Which Should You Buy?

New vs. Used Ski & Snowboard Gear: Which Should You Buy?

Do you actually need brand-new ski or snowboard gear? Sometimes. But definitely not always. New and used equipment both have legitimate advantages, and the right choice depends on your budget,...

How to Choose the Right Snowboard: Size, Width & Flex Explained

How to Choose the Right Snowboard: Size, Width & Flex Explained

Choosing a snowboard shouldn't come down to whether the graphics look cool. Although we're not going to pretend that doesn't matter at least a little. The board underneath those graphics...

How to Choose the Right Skis: Size, Width, Flex & More

How to Choose the Right Skis: Size, Width, Flex & More

Shopping for skis can get confusing fast. Length, waist width, flex, ability level, terrain, rocker, bindings, suddenly buying a pair of skis feels like you need a degree in ski...