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Rental Pass
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Choose season-long convenience with the Beginner or Performance rental passes. Enjoy unlimited rentals for the entire season, which include a full-day setup (skis or snowboard, boots, poles, and a helmet) in sizes suitable for all ages.
The Beginner Pass features easy-to-control gear for learning, and the Performance Pass offers higher-spec equipment for exploring more of the mountain.
New This Season!
Our Performance Snowboard Pass! Just as with the Performance Ski Pass, you may rent as often as you like throughout the season.
Also new this season, you can take your equipment with you wherever you go when you receive advance approval from the shop.
BEGINNER RENTAL PASS-
Adult (23+): $295
Young Adult (Age 13-22): $255
Child (1-12): $215
The Beginner Rental Pass is designed for renters who want to start skiing or snowboarding, or those looking to improve on their foundational skills. Score unlimited rental gear for the entire season.
What’s Included in the Beginner Rental Pass?
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Adult (23+): $295
Young Adult (Age 13-22): $255
Child (1-12): $215
The Beginner Rental Pass is designed for renters who want to start skiing or snowboarding, or those looking to improve on their foundational skills. Score unlimited rental gear for the entire season.
What’s Included in the Beginner Rental Pass?
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PERFORMANCE RENTAL PASS: $349
Perfect for those who don’t want to buy equipment, load the car, and haul gear from the parking lot. Enjoy the simplicity of a professional fitting, where you'll be equipped with a freshly tuned set, ready for a great day at Crystal.
Performance Skis: Performance skis are wider, longer, and feature more rocker in the tip and tail, which makes it easier to explore more advanced trails.
New this season: Our Performance Snowboard Pass! Our quality gear and expert technicians will simplify the rental process so you feel confident on our terrain. Just as with the Performance Ski Pass, you may rent as often as you like throughout the season.
What’s Included in the Performance Rental Pass?
The Performance Pass includes boots, skis, a helmet, and poles. For advanced-level snowboards, please explore our Demo Pass.
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Perfect for those who don’t want to buy equipment, load the car, and haul gear from the parking lot. Enjoy the simplicity of a professional fitting, where you'll be equipped with a freshly tuned set, ready for a great day at Crystal.
Performance Skis: Performance skis are wider, longer, and feature more rocker in the tip and tail, which makes it easier to explore more advanced trails.
New this season: Our Performance Snowboard Pass! Our quality gear and expert technicians will simplify the rental process so you feel confident on our terrain. Just as with the Performance Ski Pass, you may rent as often as you like throughout the season.
What’s Included in the Performance Rental Pass?
The Performance Pass includes boots, skis, a helmet, and poles. For advanced-level snowboards, please explore our Demo Pass.
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Upgrade options
Progressing faster than you expected during the season? No worries. Upgrade to the Performance or Demo Pass for the difference and enjoy more advanced gear to accelerate your improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Performance and Beginner Passes?
Both the Beginner and Performance Passes offer a cost-effective path into winter sports and a way to improve all season. Each pass includes unlimited seasonal rentals. They are ideal for skiers and riders who visit the mountain about once per month, season pass holders, and multi-week lesson participants.
If you don't want to buy equipment or haul gear from the parking lot, our pros will set you up and wax your gear for a great day at Crystal.
Return all equipment at the end of each day. Or, new this season, take your rental for the week when you receive approval in advance!
If you don't want to buy equipment or haul gear from the parking lot, our pros will set you up and wax your gear for a great day at Crystal.
Return all equipment at the end of each day. Or, new this season, take your rental for the week when you receive approval in advance!
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR PASS OPTIONS?
Beginner Ski Pass: Includes beginner skis, boots, poles, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). These skis are designed for beginner skiers, offering easy control, smooth turns, and manageable handling on groomed runs. They are narrow at 76 mm underfoot, intended to be skied shorter, and are easier to control.
Beginner Snowboard Pass: Includes a beginner snowboard, boots, bindings, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). This product is for beginner snowboarders; the board is easy to control, turn, and handle in variable conditions. With more rocker underfoot, it helps prevent catching edges and improves control.
Performance Ski Pass: Includes performance skis, boots, poles, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). This pass is designed for intermediate skiers who want to explore and see more of the mountain. The skis are 90 to 92 mm underfoot with additional tip and tail rocker to handle deeper conditions.
Performance Snowboard Pass: Includes a performance snowboard, bindings, boots, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). This pass is designed for intermediate snowboarders who want to explore and experience more of the mountain. The board features traditional camber underfoot and a directional shape, providing versatile performance in all conditions.
New this season: Each Performance Pass member may take their favorite gear with them for up to one week on vacation, subject to approval.
Beginner Snowboard Pass: Includes a beginner snowboard, boots, bindings, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). This product is for beginner snowboarders; the board is easy to control, turn, and handle in variable conditions. With more rocker underfoot, it helps prevent catching edges and improves control.
Performance Ski Pass: Includes performance skis, boots, poles, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). This pass is designed for intermediate skiers who want to explore and see more of the mountain. The skis are 90 to 92 mm underfoot with additional tip and tail rocker to handle deeper conditions.
Performance Snowboard Pass: Includes a performance snowboard, bindings, boots, and a helmet (other clothing, goggles, and gear levels not included). This pass is designed for intermediate snowboarders who want to explore and experience more of the mountain. The board features traditional camber underfoot and a directional shape, providing versatile performance in all conditions.
New this season: Each Performance Pass member may take their favorite gear with them for up to one week on vacation, subject to approval.
WHY BUY THE PERFORMANCE OR BEGINNER PASS?
Besides getting a new or freshly tuned and waxed piece of equipment whenever you want to head to the mountain, our pros will help you learn all about your equipment. They'll even help you sharpen your skills. Throughout the season, you'll learn about the equipment you ride and receive expert advice.
- No hassle: Enjoy hassle-free pickup and drop-off with freshly waxed equipment.
- Low cost: Pay a one-time fee and enjoy unlimited rental equipment all season. No need to buy new gear or worry about maintenance.
- Flexible upgrades: Move between equipment levels as you progress, and pay only the difference.
What Are the Prices of the Beginner and Performance Passes?
- Performance Ski & Snowboard Pass: $395
- Adult Beginner Ski & Snowboard Pass: $295
- Young Adult Beginner Ski & Snowboard Pass: $255
- Child Beginner Ski & Snowboard Pass: $215
These passes pay for themselves in fewer than four visits.
WHAT BRANDS AND MODELS DO YOU OFFER?
- Adult & Young Adult Beginner Skis: Rossignol Experience 76. Sizes: 136, 144, 152, 160, 168, 176 cm.
- Adult Performance Skis: Rossignol Sender Soul 92. Sizes: 156, 166, 176, 184 cm.
- Adult Performance Snowboards: Sizes 138, 142, 146, 149, 152, 155, 158 cm; plus 156W, 160W, 164W.
- Adult & Young Adult Beginner Snowboards: Rossignol EXP3 Rail. Sizes: 135, 140, 145, 150, 155, 160, 165 cm.
- Child Beginner Skis: Rossignol Terrain 74. Sizes: 70, 80, 92, 104, 116, 128, 140 cm.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Exclusive end-of-season purchase discounts on demo gear, with early access to buy starting March 1 (public March 15).
- For the pass holder only: Free boot rentals (for best fit, we recommend bringing your personal boots to use).
- VIP services: early shop access (30 minutes before opening).
- Take our gear on a trip (up to seven days total. Check in with a demo tech in advance for approval).
- Get to know our professionals for advice and help selecting gear for the day’s conditions.
DO I GET A PASS?
Yes. After purchasing a Performance or Beginner Pass, stop by the shop to pick up your pass. We can print it at Tech Bench #9 or at Guest Services.
You can scan your pass to receive benefits.
When requesting a specific model and size, email CMRentals@skicrystal.com and include your selection, date, and the name on your pass. We’ve recently simplified this process to make it easier for you.
You can scan your pass to receive benefits.
When requesting a specific model and size, email CMRentals@skicrystal.com and include your selection, date, and the name on your pass. We’ve recently simplified this process to make it easier for you.
AM I RESPONSIBLE IF SOMETHING HAPPENS TO THE GEAR I RENT?
Yes, renters are responsible for the condition of the gear they rent. If our gear becomes lost, stolen, or damaged beyond repair, the pass holder will be responsible for the purchase price of the gear. Please be aware of low snow conditions, closed areas, or obstructions that can damage our gear. Treat our equipment as your own.