It’s pretty much the height of ski and snowboard season here in Colorado, and while there wasn’t much snow at the beginning of the season, the mountains are pretty solidly covered now, beckoning ski and boarder bums from all around the state to try their hand at a fresh pow day in style. Getting all your equipment up to the resorts with you isn’t always the easiest task, so we’ve compiled some of the best ski racks and snowboard racks to help you find the right fit for you and make your trips to and from the mountains this winter that much easier.
Thule Ski and Snowboard Racks
This is a classic favorite and considered among the best ski racks for good reason. Thule makes products that last, and do a ridiculously good job of holding your equipment safely and in style. With solutions like their popular universal flattop 6-rack that allows you to affordably (and reliably) hold up to 6 pairs of skis, leaving you plenty of room in the car for any other supplies you might need. From ski racks to board racks to boxes and more, Thule is one of the most trusted names for those who love the outdoors in Colorado.
Yakima Ski Racks
Right up there with Thule, you’ve probably seen Yakima countless times in the parking lot at the resorts. Yakima has some of the best cargo boxes on the market, specifically designed to fit skis, snowboards, and allow space for all the extras (like poles, botos, and snow-covered clothing you don’t want dripping all over the seat on the drive home). Their trusty racks, boxes, and more come in a wide range so you can find the perfect fit for your family or friends.
Inno Ski Racks
One of our favorite products from Inno is the dual-angle ski-rack that works with vehicles without crossbars. This particular rack mounts to the sidebars only so there’s no crossbars needed. Plus, the angle of the rack adjusts to accommodate bigger bindings. Inno makes a number of great products with flexibility and usability in mind, so if you’re on the market for a unique solution to your skiing and snowboarding rack woes, they might be the perfect fit for you.
Rhino-Rack Ski Racks
One of the coolest 2-board or skis solutions out there, Rhino-Rack’s 2-Ski/Board Rack is perfect for those lovebirds who like to hit the slopes together all the time. It’s a smaller rack and if you’re planning on expanding your crew anytime soon it might not be the best forever-solution, but it’s hard to beat the price and convenience. Plus, the buttons are so easy to press you don’t even need to take your gloves off, and who doesn’t love saving a few extra seconds in the race to the chairlift?
We steered away from specific product recommendations in this list only because depending on your vehicle, your sport of choice, and your family size, your needs might be totally different. But these 4 companies offer some of the best and easiest-to-use rack systems out there so you can rest assured that they won’t mess up your car or your gear – talk about a win-win!
Lastly, we all know that getting up to fresh powder can be treacherous. Stay safe getting up there and if you happen to need auto body repair or dent repair (yes, dents happen when removing skis), we have your back. Call 303-344-2212 or contact us online.
