This Winter's 10 Ski Travel Essentials

Ski bags, car racks, and accessories

Get Ready - It's Almost Winter Snow's falling at several lucky mountains and I'm excited to get out and ski this season! Time to take your skis off their rack and go skiing. I selected a few products below to help make your ski trip smooth and easy, whether flying out to Colorado or loading up your car for the local mountain. Take a look! And I'll get back to my snow dance... Ride on, Josh Gordon, Founder P.S. - Great gifts for skiers Ski Bags | Car Racks | Accessories Click any product image below for more details

The best option for air travel, this hard case really protects your skis. Ski Roof Rack - holds up to 6 pairs of skis. Easy to use. Works with snowboards too.   Get everything to the mountain in one bag! Boots on the side; helmet, gloves and gear in the middle. Shoulder straps allow you to keep your hands free. Ski Bumper - have you scratched your car in the parking lot? Lean your skis against this instead. Magnetic fit.   Premium wheeled double ski bag. Neatly organizes and protects your skis and poles.   Killer Deal! Ski bag and boot bag combo for $39.99. Be prepared when you ski this year. This multi tool has the essentials to keep you skiing all day long. Minimalistic and stylish backcountry backpack. A place for everything you need and no extra bulk. Extremely lightweight and durable.   Skiing the sidecountry? Get this ski strap to hike with ease.  High quality straps won't get cut by your edges. Fits in your pocket while skiing. High quality ski boot bag is the easy way to bring your gear along. Separate compartments for boots and helmet/gear.

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Surfboards Hangups | Retail Surf Shop Storage and Display Hanger Racks

Looking for a secure yet compact way to store and display a lot of boards, like in your retail surf shop, surfboard workshop, or because you've got a large surfboard quiver?  The Surfboard Hanger is all that and more. 

Surf Holiday Gift Guide | Gift Ideas for Surfers

As you're making your holiday gift list for yourself and thinking about what to get for friends and family, don't forget about your favorite surf racks and surf accessories! We've got plenty of gift ideas for surfers (and for paddleboarders, too) that can earn you good holiday cheer, and maybe even time under the mistletoe.

Snowboard Home Storage and Display Wall Racks

Whether you just got your first new snowboard this season or you have a collection of snowboards, check out some snowboard storage and display racks to show off your snowboards at home and store them so they keep in top riding condition this winter. Makes a great Christmas or holiday gift!

SUP Holiday Gift Ideas for Paddleboarders | Top Stocking Stuffers

Looking for a unique and useful gift for a friend or special paddleboard someone this holiday season? We've got some great gift ideas for the paddleboarders in your life.  Check out all our paddleboard accessories for more great stocking stuffer and other gift ideas.

Want Surf and SUP Rewards? Join the StoreYourBoard Referral Program

If you love surf and SUP gear and want to earn free gear, sign up for the new StoreYourBoard referral program. All you have to do is share StoreYourBoard with your friends, social media followers, whoever, and when they buy from StoreYourBoard you get credit for Amazon gift cards or gift certificates to StoreYourBoard.

Offseason Surfboard Storage for Multiple Boards | Top Surf Racks

Ready for the Offseason?  Are your Boards?

For a lot of us water men and women, the offseason is near. As it gets colder we'll have fewer opportunities to ride our paddleboards, surfboards, and wakeboards. Bumor.

How much did your surfboards cost? Don't make the mistake of mistreating them this offseason - they're too valuable. Give them a proper surfboard storage rack.  At StoreYourBoard, we've got you covered for all your board storage rack needs for any quiver - so after this offseason, your boards will be in the same great shape when you're ready to ride them.

Best Clear Skateboard Rack | Store and Display your Skateboards

Looking for the best skateboard display rack for all your skateboards?  Check out the Clear Triple Skateboard Rack!

Freestanding Surf Racks for Friends Cure CF and the Living Breath Foundation

We recently had the opportunity to contribute some of our surfboard racks for a great cause, the Friends Cure CF Benefit Dinner and Auction for The Living Breath Foundation.  Every year the Friends Cure CF has a fundraising dinner in Santa Cruz, California, and auctions items to benefit CF.

Naked SUP Rack | Paddleboard Wall Rack | Home Paddleboard Storage and Display

The Naked SUP rack is our newest rack offering at StoreYourBoard!  This is the ultimate rack for your paddleboard.  It is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, with a minimalist approach, disappearing into the background and letting your SUP take the spotlight.

Display and show off your SUP, not the rack!  If you're looking for a lightweight, affordable, and non-intrusive way to show off your favorite paddleboard then the Naked SUP is an excellent option.

SUP Life Vest Rules | US Coast Guard Paddleboarding Regulations

On October 3rd 2008 the US Coast Guard (USCG) ruled that a stand up paddleboard (SUPs) is classified as a “vessel”.  Once SUPs were classified as vessels that made them subject to certain boating safety regulations.  Check out our full article with all the details you need to know to stay safe next time you SUP

Article: SUP Life Vest Rules & Regulations Summary

StoreYourBoard Celebrates its 6th Anniversary!

Today is StoreYourBoard's 6th Anniversary!  It's hard to believe that back in 2009 we began making racks and selling them on the internet!  We started out in a basement with an old, limited website and now we're in a warehouse with a much improved website and an international customer base!

Thanks to all our fans and customers for your support and help in getting us to where we are today.  More to come in the next 6 years so stay tuned!

SUP Paddle Wall Racks | Paddle Holders for Paddleboards

You should know that at StoreYourBoard we have tons of different options for SUP racks for your home, garage, deck, dock, boat, etc.

But we also have lots of different SUP paddle racks for storing your paddles!  Anyone that has a paddleboard needs a wall paddle rack to hold their paddles for the same reason that they need a SUP rack - to store your paddles safely and keep them in great condition for when you want to use them.

StoreYourBoard World Site | Surf Racks, SUP Racks, Wake Racks (and more) Shipped Internationally

To all our international customers that come to StoreYourBoard, good news!  We now have an international site for you, www.world.storeyourboard.com.  

The StoreYourBoard World site has a lot of the same great surf racks, SUP racks, wake racks, ski racks, skate racks and kayak racks that you see on our U.S. site, but with the option of international shipping.  Check it out!

Surf Wall Rack Pictures | Customer Surfboard Photos

Check out some of the latest photos from our fans of their surfboard racks in action.  These photos are of our Naked Surf Rack, a super minimalist surf rack that is a great way to show off your surfboard while most of the rack remains hidden.

SUP Racks for Docks and Piers | Locking Outdoor Paddleboard Storage Racks

The standup paddleboard rack is a very high-end product designed to safely and securely store yours SUPs on docks and piers.

Snowboard Deck Wall Mounts at GoPro Headquarters

Check out some of our latest photos from a new customer - GoPro!

GoPro picked out a few snowboard wall mounts for their newly redone office in Cardiff-By-the-Sea, California.  You can see that the snowboard decks have been signed by a bunch of GoPro's team riders.  Not your standard office wall decoration!



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Freestanding SUP Racks | Racks to Store and Display Your Paddleboards

There are a number of reasons why you might be looking for a freestanding rack to store your SUPs and paddleboards.  Freestanding racks offer versatility in that they are portable, so you can take them all the different places you store your paddleboards.  Also, they don't require any installation and so won't require damage to your walls or your house, which is great for renters and good in general too.

We offer a few different options on freestanding SUP racks, which are mentioned below.  Of course, we have others on our site, which can be sorted and searched for freestanding racks only!

SUP Lights for Your Night Stand Up Paddleboard Adventures

We've got SUP light setups that you can strap onto your SUP and experience twilight or midnight out on the water!  With lights on your paddleboard, you'll be able to paddleboard at night and see things you have never seen before and the lights not only let you see well, but they also let others see you better too, and you can easily track your friends and family as they join you on night-time SUP adventures.

SUP Racks for Boats | Paddleboard Fishing and Pontoon Boat Storage Racks

If you're looking to take your paddleboards along with you while you cruise around in your fishing boat or pontoon boat, you definitely need to check out our paddleboard boat racks.  These racks will ensure that your SUPs are secure until you reach your out at sea, lake, bay or river destination for your paddleboard adventures.

SUP Safety Accessories: Life Jackets and Waterproof Packs and Vests

For the upcoming spring and summer season out on the water, make sure you've got the right safety gear and accessories for your paddleboarding adventures.

Check out more paddleboard accessories at our site - 3 are featured below:

SUP Ceiling Storage | 4 Point Overhead Hoist for Paddleboards

Here's a new option to put your overhead storage space to good use and protect your paddleboard from the dings it inevitably picks up sitting around in your garage.

SUP Leashes | Understanding Different Types of Paddleboard Leashes

With all the different types of SUP leashes on the market, how do you know which leash is right for you?

The Cinch - The Simple Snowboard Wall Mount

The Cinch is an ultra-affordable way to store and display your snowboard. The Cinch is also probably the easiest snowboard wall mount to install requiring only two wood screws! If you’re on a budget, but want a cool and convenient way to show off your shred stick, then the Cinch has got your covered.

Design:

The Cinch works by taking advantage of the hourglass shape of your snowboard - narrow in the middle and wider at the tips and tails. The Cinch uses two abrasion-resistant SBR rubber bumpers to hold your board in place. By spacing the bumpers such that they are wide enough to get the center (narrow) part of your board through, but narrow enough that the tips and tails (wide) part of your board can’t get through, it effectively “cinches” the board in place! This makes taking your board in and out of the rack super easy - you basically just let gravity do all the work.

Tips to Buying a Used Snowboard | Online, EBay and Craigslist

By: Brad McNally

It just happened. You were looking around at a thrift store, yard sale, craigslist, or wherever, and the perfect looking snowboard shows up (although this advice applies to skis, surfboards, bikes, etc.). It’s half the price of anything you’ve ever considered buying and you are ready to drop down some cash - should you be so quick to do it? 

Buying used equipment is a great way to pick up some very nice stuff for very little cash. Many will say that you never really know how much something was used (or abused) before you bought it, but if you have some patience you will come up with something eventually. It may take time, but it is worth it. Also, never be afraid to make an offer. Even if the owner isn’t looking to sell, a reasonable offer may change their mind.

Below, we’ll share a few tips for when you are looking at a used board.

Skateboard Display and Wall Storage Rack: Customer Photos

Here are some of the recent photos submitted by our fans of their skateboard racks in action storing skateboards, helmets and skateboard accessories in their house or garage or bedroom.  The racks are great not only for storage but also for decoration, art and showing off you favorite skateboards!

instagram: @thecyanaura

What are SUP Lights? Paddleboard Lights for Night Paddle Adventures

Ready for the next challenge on your paddleboard? How about lighted night paddleboard adventures.  We've got SUP light setups that you can strap onto your SUP and experience twilight or midnight out on the water!

Colorado's Best Mogul Runs for Skiers and Snowboarders

By Mike Ryan

There are not many more satisfying feelings than looking up from the bottom of a run and thinking, “I can’t believe I just did that.” On TV they sometimes warn you “Don’t try this at home.” With these mogul runs it’s more like, “Don’t do these alone.” 

Free Giveaway Contest: Enter to Win a Sportube Ski or Snowboard Case and Boot Bag

If you're looking for some new gear to get your skis, snowboards, and boots from point A to point B (a peak somewhere, hopefully), we've got a giveaway for you to check out.

We're giving away a Sportube Hard Case and a Freerider Boot Bag on March 6.  The Sportube Case can be either a Ski Case or a Snowboard Case, your call!

How do you enter?  Just sign up at this website!



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Must-Have Snowboard Maintenance Accessories and Tools

By: Claire Botsy

Walking into a snowboard shop is like Christmas morning to most of us, with new shiny equipment on display and our entire wishlist glimmering amongst the boards, boots and gear. If you’re just starting out it is hard to discern what you need and what just looks good. 

Advantages to Skiing and Snowboarding Smaller Resorts

By: Brad McNally

Our modern world often leads us to think that bigger is always better. It can be enticing to plan your snowboarding trip for multiple days at a time and at a large resort/mountain, but there are some very good reasons why you may want to check out smaller snowboard areas. From price considerations to distance from home, there are also some very nice smaller places that are worth the day trip. Here are some reasons why you may want to avoid the larger resorts this year.

(1) Price

Depending on where you stay, a trip to a large resort could set you back a small fortune. If you are able to drive to a smaller ski area for a day pass and get back home a few times during the season this may be enough to influence your decision. Often, a smaller ski area has less overhead and therefore can charge less for everything. From food to a lift ticket, expect it to cost a little less.

(2) Convenience

For a large number of people, the convenience factor is pretty important. If a smaller ski area is close enough that you can head over after work and pick up a pass for the evening, it might be a better option than saving up your vacation days to hit the slopes somewhere further away. Being smaller, these areas often are overlooked by serious snowboarders, but they can be a convenient option for a quick getaway.

(3) The Crowd

With many people heading to larger resorts, there is a good chance you can get to a smaller area when there are less people there and have more of the slopes to yourself. An argument against this may be that at a ridiculously large location there is a larger area to accommodate all the people, but generally the crowds (and staff) at smaller places are pretty accommodating as it is. A lot of people use these spots to try out snowboarding for the first time. Others are weekend warriors or stopping by after work to get a few runs in.

(4) The People

In my own thoughts, visiting a smaller ski/snowboard area is much like visiting a small town. Nothing against the city, but there is a difference in how people treat each other when they are in little towns. Staff, locals, and generally everyone else at a smaller ski area can embody that idea. From impromptu lessons in the terrain park to conversations in the lodge, these interactions can make your trip out seem entirely different. This seems to be an opinion shared elsewhere as well.

Before you pack all your gear into an airline-approved Sportube snowboard case and head cross country for a week on the slopes, see if there is a local joint you can hit within a few hours drive. If you are dead set on travelling further for your snow fun, take an afternoon when you get there and head to something a bit smaller. You just might find that it has the best run, or least crowded views, after all.

6 Tips to Avoid Ski Lift Lines | Timing is Everything

By Mike Ryan

You could always get up earlier, as if we don’t get up early enough as it is. Of course, if you can ski weekdays you avoid the lines, but we’re not talking to you.

Snowboarding (at Night)

By: Brad McNally

If you’ve never tried it, night snowboarding might either seem like a great idea or a really silly one. While flying down a mountain on a board while you can see clearly is one thing, the darkness limits your visibility and depending on the location this could be (even more) dangerous. Have no fear, though, because if you are prepared and stick within your abilities it can be a very enjoyable experience. Here are a few tips to keep you headed down the slopes after dark.

Ski Weekend Guide to Steamboat Springs

By: Maya Silver

What if you could ski during the day and then rest your weary bones in a natural hot spring? If that sounds like paradise, a trip to Steamboat Springs might be in order.

Roughly a three-hour drive from Denver, Steamboat Springs is a charming town with a main street alight with wild, wild Western history. In the summer, it's a mecca of hiking and mountain biking. Come winter, it's a powder-magnet offering fantastic tree skiing and family fun on the mountain. Year-round, it's one of the best places to soak in Colorado.

The Twilight Biking Guide to Forks and La Push

By Megan Maxwell 

Last year my mother and I went on a long-distance bike ride down the Pacific Coast. As cool as I like to pretend I am, there was one destination that I felt compelled to go to having never been to the Northwest before. That destination was Forks, Washington.

The Twilight books, set in Forks, gave this small town a national presence, and I must admit it is a beautiful place. The forests are lush and the fog is all-encompassing. I was disappointed not to run into any werewolves while I was there (team Jacob), but it was a memorable experience regardless.

7 Tips for Dealing with the Wind Skiing and Snowboarding

By: Maya Silver

If you love to ski, you know that not everyday will be a bluebird one. Sometimes, temperatures sink into the teens, single digits, or even negatives. Other times, clouds with silver linings bring heavy snow that means super fun powder but also difficult visibility and tired legs. And then there's my least favorite element of them all: wind.

view from atop Loveland

Recently, my friend and I arrived at the top of Lift 9 at Loveland--already nervous about the line we were going to take—and robust gusts greeted us from all directions. As I tightened my boots, I wondered how anyone was supposed to ski in wind this strong! We made our way to the top of the run we were planning to take and covered our faces as the wind blew icy snow onto our faces. I noticed a few people bailing, sidestepping up the run, and wondered if we should do the same. Between the steepness of the pitch below, and the swirls of snow blown up by the wind, I couldn't see the run below at all. But rather than bail, we set our focus to making turns and it ended up being the best run of the day.