FAQ’s

A ski “package” consists of skis, boots and poles. All of Wild Bill’s rental skis are shaped skis. A snowboard” package” is board, binding and boot. We offer ala carte rentals for those that own their own boots, skis or snowboards. All equipment is inspected and tuned prior to rental, no matter what package you choose.

Type 1:
Ski Cautiously. Prefers slower speeds, cautious skiing on smooth slopes, entry level skiers

Type 2:
Ski Moderately. Prefer a variety of speeds, prefer to ski on varied terrain (green, blue and black)

Type 3:
Ski Aggressively. Prefer faster speeds and aggressive skiing on slopes of moderate to steep pitch. (Skis mostly difficult blues and blacks)

You will receive a $4.00 per day discount off the package price.

We are open from 8 am to 6 pm from mid December until the Red River Ski area closes. We are open on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day!

Wild Bill’s offers a multi day discount if you rent skis for more than one consecutive days. You will receive a $1.00 per day discount for 2 or more days on each package.

Wild Bill’s offers the option of renting day by day to allow you more flexibility in your choice of ski/snowboard days. If you choose to take advantage of Wild Bill’s multi day discount. There will be NO REFUND should you change your mind.

There is a convenience factor for YOU in making a reservation ahead of time. Wild Bill’s will pull your ski boots and skis (or boots and snowboards) and have your equipment set up ahead of your arrival. Upon your arrival, you will try on your boots and if they fit properly, your skis or snowboard are preset.

You only have to sign waivers and pay the remainder of your rental charges and you are out the door and on your way to fun on the snow. P.S. Newer equipment is rented on a first come, first served basis. Reservations will get newer equipment per availability.

Reservations and credit card payments will be processed at the time that you place the reservation.

Wild Bill’s requires a 10 day advance cancellation to avoid any charges. If you should cancel in less than 10 days time, you will be charged for your first day of skiing. We hope you understand that Wild Bill’s has set up your skis, boots, snowboards, etc. ahead of time to save you and your family time so that you can spend more time on the snow! This equipment is considered out of service and is “on hold” for your family. If You want to change the package that you reserved when you arrive, You will be charged for the first day of your reserved equipment and the cost of the new package.

You may pick up your equipment any time after 2:00 pm the day PRIOR to your first day to ski. If you prefer, you can pick up the morning of your first day to ski. The shop opens at 8:00 am and is open until 6:00 pm

ABSOLUTELY! Wild Bill’s loves walk in business. Reservations are a service we offer, but they are not required.

You are responsible for your equipment (including, but not limited to) loss, theft and damage while in use from the time you pick your equipment up until you return it at the end of your ski vacation. Any items not returned to Wild Bill’s will need to be paid for at full replacement value.

At the time of your rental, you will be given a copy of your receipt with your ski number, boot number and pole color (or your snowboard number and boot number). KNOW YOUR NUMBER. Please make sure you use the equipment we set up for you. Use your number to keep track of your equipment while out skiing. Many skis look alike, so make sure you are skiing in the equipment we set up for you!

The damage waiver or insurance is $3 per person per day. It covers any kind of damage to the equipment WHILE IN USE (i.e.) skiing on trails at the ski area. The insurance does not cover loss, theft or abuse of equipment (melted boots, multiple rock gouges or damage incurred from skiing or snowboarding off marked trails; jumping in terrain park). The insurance does not cover missing parts.

Your rental equipment is due in no later than 5:30 pm the last day of your rental. The return due date should be marked on the rental receipt you will be given.

Wild Bill’s asks you to come in the night your equipment is due in to re‐rent your equipment. There is no need to bring your equipment if you are just re‐renting.

ABSOLUTELY! Many of our renters ski the Enchanted Circle (Red River, Angel Fire and Taos). You must return your equipment to Wild Bill’s your last day of skiing no later than 5:30 pm or make prior arrangements with Wild Bill’s so that we know when to expect you.