I get soooo many emails requesting INFO on WHERE TO GO get SKIS for KIDS… & it’s FINALLY here!I have provided you with a STEP by STEP guide to make the buying/trade in process go a smooth as possible. This post walks you through a complete ski & boot fitting at https://www.billandpauls.com/ Bill & Paul’s Sporthaus located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Keep Reading to Find out how easy it is to get your kids into some new or gently used ski or snowboarding equipment.

1. Call & make an appointment, If you have littles I highly recommend taking them earlier in the day before they get tired and cranky. If you have elementary aged kids or teens, I would recommend a week night over a weekend of possible.

2. Bring your current/old gear with you for Trade In money towards your new gear ie. Skis/Board & Boots. We received $65 for little mittens old skis which I thought was beyond fair.

3. Bill & Pauls offers NEW & USED equipment, so decide what you’re comfortable with. We went with USED equipment since the kids GROW so FAST & for the price point.

4. You will sit down with a professional boot fitter to get measured & discuss your needs & wants.

5. Bill & Paul’s will help you select the perfect ski /snowboard based on your skill level & availability. They will check your weight, height, & ask your skill level to make sure you are in the best gear possible.

6. Once you’ve chosen & been fitted for your gear your boot fitter will write up a work order to get your gear TUNED UP & READY for the season. Keep READING to find out the REALLY GOOD NEWS!!!

7. At check out you will receive numerous SKI/RIDE PASSES & DISCOUNTS for the season! This right here, pretty much pays for the skis. We received the following… a 3 day pass to Crystal Mountain, a youth season pass to Shanty Creek Resorts + a youth season pass to Caberfae Peaks. The Crystal pass alone is worth almost $200 in my opinion. Oh & Don’t forget the cute bill & Paul’s beanie!

8. Return to bill & pauls in a couple weeks & pick up your new or new to you gear! Easy, Peasy!! https://www.billandpauls.com/

Little Mitten is READY to SHRED the GNAR this year thanks to Bill & Paul’s! ➡️Don’t forget to head UPSTAIRS for all your SNOW SUIT & BASE LAYER needs. This adorable Quicksilver Jacket below is still available in store.

If you’re NEW to Michigan Skiing, Click Here for my recommendations of Best Family Friendly Ski Resorts for Beginners https://mominthemitten.com/best-family-ski-resorts-perfect-for-beginners-in-michigan/. You can also follow me on IG @mom_in_the_mitten or on the FB Group Mom in the Mitten.