Ski Pass + Equipment
Resource Information
Navigating the purchase of lift passes and securing equipment can sometimes be the most challenging part of learning how to ski or snowboard. This page should help to guide you on what type of pass you need to purchase for the program you’re participating in as well as what equipment we suggest you use and where you can find it.
As usual, our goal at Crystal Community Ski Club is to remove any barriers that might prevent you from learning to ski or snowboard. If your family needs financial assistance for program fees, lift passes or equipment, please click here for scholarship information.
Lift + Trail Passes
Ski lift passes to Crystal Mountain are not included in your program registration fees. There are several options and types of passes that you can purchase depending on the program you are participating in and the amount of skiing you want to do in addition to your program.
Downhill Ski Passes
As a member of Crystal Community Ski Club, you are eligible for discounted lift passes. Once your child is registered, you will receive an email with a link to purchase Junior lift passes (ages 7-18) at at discounted rate. This rate includes:
Sunday Season Pass (perfect for Master the Mountain) - $100
Sunday Season Pass + Equipment Rental - $120
Racer Season Pass (can ski anytime) - $199
Nordic Cross Country Ski Trail Pass
Your trail pass is included in your program registration fee for all Nordic cross country ski programs.
Race Passes at Other Mountains
Some programs have optional downhill and cross country ski races that take place at other resorts in the region. Passes to these resorts are not included in your program fees and will need to be purchased separately. This will be communicated by your coach as needed.
Financial Assistance is Available
Scholarship and Financial Assistance programs are available to help cover the cost of ski passes. Click here for more information.
Downhill Ski Equipment
Don’t be intimidated by the equipment needed to participate in our ski programs. We’re here to help! The following list provides our required and recommended equipment for all of our programs. Additional and specialized equipment based on your chosen program is broken out below.
Required:
Snowpants
Mittens or gloves
Winter coat
Skis or snowboard
Ski or snowboard boots
Helmet
Highly Recommended:
Ski goggles
Poles
Where to Find Equipment
Renting your ski equipment is a great option.
Looking to purchase some or all of your equipment? Here are some great resources:
Mountain Sports - you can click here to request a boot fitting appointment.
Facebook Marketplace - ask your coaches what size equipment you need
Ski Swap - takes place in October each year at Crystal Mountain
Nordic Ski Equipment
All cross-country ski equipment is provided in your registration fee, including boots, skis and poles.
Financial Assistance is Available
Scholarship and Financial Assistance programs are available to help cover the cost of equipment. Click here for more information.
Specific Equipment Needs by Program
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Required Equipment:
Skis or snowboard
Ski or snowboard boots
Outerwear (snowpants, mittens or gloves, winter coat)
Helmet
Suggested Equipment:
Poles (alpine)
Goggles
Ski socks
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Race Gear Needed
Skiers will race Slalom and Giant Slalom and will need race gear for safety.
Skis
Can have separate Giant Slalom and Slalom – or one pair that works for both.
Boots
It’s very important to have the right fit for racing. Please ask coaches/shops to assess.
Helmet
Slalom - chin bar is required.
Giant Slalom - no chin bar allowed, it will need to be removed.
Additional gear not required but helpful:
Racing gloves
Shin guards
Giant Slalom ski poles
Goggles
Arm guards
Back pad
Speed suit
Ski socks
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Race Gear Needed
Skiers will race Slalom and Giant Slalom and will need race gear for safety.
Skis
Can have separate Giant Slalom and Slalom – or one pair that works for both.
Boots
It’s very important to have the right fit for racing. Please ask coaches/shops to assess.
Helmet
Slalom - chin bar is required.
Giant Slalom - no chin bar allowed, it will need to be removed.
Additional gear not required but helpful:
Racing gloves
Shin guards
Giant Slalom ski poles
Goggles
Arm guards
Back pad
Speed suit (provided for middle school team)
Ski socks
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Required Equipment:
Skis or snowboard
Ski or snowboard boots
Outerwear (snowpants, mittens or gloves, winter coat)
Helmet
Suggested Equipment:
Poles (alpine)
Goggles
Ski socks
-
Required Equipment:
Skis or snowboard
Ski or snowboard boots
Outerwear (snowpants, mittens or gloves, winter coat)
Helmet
Suggested Equipment:
Poles (alpine)
Goggles
Ski socks
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Required Equipment:
All equipment provided (boots/skis/poles)
Optional Additional Equipment:
Nordic Race Suits
Nordic Ski hats
Nordic Ski Buffs