Uteguiden rents ski touring equipment in Ålesund and Stranda, including Dynafit touring skis and boots, splitboards and avalanche safety gear. Book online at rental.uteguiden.com and choose your pickup location. The touring setups work for a day in Stranda ski resort or a backcountry tour. If you want company and local knowledge, you can join one of our guided ski tours or courses.
Ski Rental in Ålesund and Stranda – Sunnmøre
Whether you are a beginner or an expert, our activity centres in Ålesund and Stranda offer high-quality ski touring rental. We work with some of the best brands on the market, so you have the gear you need for unforgettable days in the Sunnmøre Alps, where steep mountains rise straight out of the fjords.
Easy Online Booking
All our rental equipment is booked online at rental.uteguiden.com, where you can also choose your preferred pickup location. Questions about sizes, availability or what to choose can be sent to rental@uteguiden.com.
Our touring skis are versatile. They work well for a day in the Stranda ski resort and for a backcountry adventure with our guides. We keep a large range of skis and boots in many sizes, so we can usually find the right fit. Ask us about ski touring equipment for children as well.
What You Can Rent for Winter
- Touring skis with touring bindings and skins
- Touring boots for men and women
- Splitboards with bindings
- Avalanche safety gear: transceiver, shovel and probe
- Avalanche airbag backpacks
- Crampons and ice axes for steeper and more alpine tours
Not sure what avalanche gear you need, or how to use it? Read Uteguiden's Avalanche School: Essential Gear. Renting a transceiver is only part of the job; you also need to know how to use it, which is what our avalanche courses cover.
Ski Touring Equipment
Since starting Uteguiden in 2012, we have relied on Dynafit gear for our ski touring rental, and we still believe it performs at the top of the market. Dynafit bindings are known for their durability and function, which makes them a favourite among both our guides and our guests.
To meet different needs, we offer several models of skis and boots, as well as splitboards and the safety and alpine equipment listed above. The exact models in the fleet can change from season to season, so check rental.uteguiden.com for what is available when you book.
Our Rental Skis
Free 97 and Free 97 W's
A superb all-round touring ski with a mid-fat waist, designed for downhill-focused skiers who want performance in varied snow. With a 97 mm waist, a lightweight construction and rocker in tip and tail, these skis are stable, playful and intuitive. Available in men's and women's models, they suit freeride-minded skiers who want a light yet powerful ski.
Radical 88 W's
One of Dynafit's most versatile touring skis. Lightweight and efficient, it is built for both the climb and the descent. The women's version has a slightly softer flex for easier handling, and features such as a reinforced tip and weight-saving construction keep it light without compromising performance.
Our Rental Boots
Hoji PX and Hoji PX Women's
A touring boot with excellent walkability combined with a progressive, reliable flex for the descent. Made of Pebax plastic for stiffness and durability, it is well suited to freeride-oriented ski touring. The Hoji boots were developed with freeskier Eric "Hoji" Hjorleifson and Fritz Barthel, the inventor of the Dynafit pin binding.
Radical
A lighter boot with a solid fit and a quick switch from walk to ski mode, easy to operate even with gloves on. It delivers good skiing performance and is compatible with most pin touring bindings.
Our Splitboards
Our splitboards come from Stranda Snowboards, a brand that shares its name with our home village. The rental fleet includes:
- Descender 152 W's
- Shorty BC 164
- Descender BC 162 Wide
All boards come with Plum bindings. New to splitboarding? Our splitboard course in Stranda teaches you transitions, uphill technique and safe route choice.
Rent Gear or Go With a Guide?
Renting gear is perfect if you are an experienced ski tourer with good avalanche knowledge. If you are new to the area, new to touring, or simply want the best snow of the day, we recommend combining rental with a guide. Our certified local guides follow the conditions daily and choose terrain that suits the group.
- Freeskiing in Stranda ski resort – guided off-piste skiing around the resort
- Ski touring in Sunnmøre – a guided day in the backcountry
- Ski touring weekend in Sunnmøre – two days in the mountains
- Fjord to summit backcountry skiing – the classic Sunnmøre experience
See all options on our ski touring page, or read more in Guided ski touring in Sunnmøre.
Courses for Beginners and Improvers
If you want to learn to tour on your own, rental gear and a course make a good combination. Popular options in Stranda:
All our courses are listed under ski courses. You can also brush up on the basics in Uteguiden's Ski Touring School.
Tips for Renting Ski Touring Gear
- Book early. Popular sizes go fast on weekends and holidays, especially in spring.
- Bring your boot size and height. This helps us match skis, boots and skin lengths before pickup.
- Bring your own socks. Thin ski socks give the best fit in a touring boot.
- Check the avalanche forecast. Always read the regional forecast at varsom.no before heading out without a guide.
- Practise transitions. Try putting on skins and switching boot and binding modes before your first tour.
More Than Ski Gear
We also rent equipment for other seasons and activities, all bookable at rental.uteguiden.com:
- Sea kayaks for self-guided paddling in Ålesund and Valldal (summer season)
- SUP boards and dry suits
- Sleeping bags and camping gear
- Bicycles
Prefer to paddle with a guide? See our sea kayak tours. For cycling, look at biking or our self-guided cycling trips. Planning a winter trip? Read Winter in Sunnmøre for more ideas.
👉 Check out our full selection and book your gear online at rental.uteguiden.com.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I rent ski touring equipment in Sunnmøre?
Uteguiden rents ski touring gear from our centres in Ålesund and Stranda. Book online at rental.uteguiden.com and choose your pickup location when you book.
What ski equipment can I rent from Uteguiden?
Touring skis with bindings and skins, touring boots, splitboards, avalanche transceivers, shovels and probes, avalanche airbag backpacks, crampons and ice axes. Available models can vary by season.
Can I use rental touring skis in Stranda ski resort?
Yes. Our touring setups work well both in the ski resort and in the backcountry, so you can ride the lifts one day and go touring the next.
Do you rent avalanche safety equipment?
Yes, we rent transceivers, shovels, probes and avalanche airbag backpacks. You should know how to use them; an avalanche course is the best way to learn.
Can I rent a splitboard?
Yes. We rent splitboards from Stranda Snowboards with Plum bindings, in several sizes including a women's model and a wide board.
Do you have ski touring equipment for children?
Contact rental@uteguiden.com with the child's age, height and shoe size, and we will check what we can offer.
Should I rent gear or book a guided tour?
If you are experienced and confident with avalanche assessment, rental is a great option. If you are new to touring or to the area, a guided tour or course gives you better snow and a safer day.
Can I rent kayaks and bikes too?
Yes. We also rent sea kayaks in Ålesund and Valldal in the summer season, as well as bikes, SUP boards, dry suits and camping gear via rental.uteguiden.com.
