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Alpine Ski Center
Category: Shopping Sporting Goods Outdoor Gear Outdoor Gear [Edit]
1501 East BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203
Neighborhood: Dilworth
(704) 332-2824
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 10 am - 7 pm
Sat 10 am - 6 pm
Sun 12 pm - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
3 reviews for Alpine Ski Center
3 reviews in English
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Review from Maneesha A.
Charlotte, NC
3/5/2012
Just a quick note on Alpine Ski Center - I LOVE YOU!!! Granted, every time I visit you, I bring home a receipt that makes my husband cringe - until he sees the FABULOUS goodies I also brought home!
Alpine's got AWESOME gear for skiing as far as clothes. My husband and I just returned from our honeymoon skiing. We are NOT experts in any way (I'm timid on blues and refuse blacks altogether - my husband only started skiing in the past year, but he'll occasionally venture onto a black to scare himself). But the peeps in this shop were warm, friendly, and didn't make us feel like idiots or like we were pretending to be awesome skiers. We ended up buying quite a bit from Alpine for our trip, although over probably 4 different visits. Key things that I've learned in going to Alpine:
1) Not pushy - I never felt any pressure to buy anything, and while I did buy a lot from them, I usually only bought one or two items at a time. In fact, with the gloves, I tried them on and picked them out, thought about it, went skiing at Sugar Mtn with my old gloves, realized they were crap, then went back and bought the ones I had picked out, which they had saved for me.
2) Super knowledgable - I wish I remember her name, but the manager of clothing is freaking AWESOME!!! She knows a TON about ski gear. Example - I went in looking for a new ski coat. She pulled out several different brands in different price ranges, went through the pros and cons of the products, even pulled stuff from the sales rack, and in the end, I bought a ski coat I love. When I had to go back to back a thermal layer, she totally got it when I told her how much I hate wearing thermal gear. She promptly pulled several products she thought I'd like, had me try them on, and helped me pick out a layer I'd sleep in if I could. However, all of the staff at Alpine seem to know their stuff - she's just my favorite.
3) Friendly - The staff here are super friendly and sweet every time we go. They're always willing to chit chat (but won't if you're in a hurry). I feel them I can ask them anything without being laughed out, no matter how silly.
4) Expensive - But in general, ski gear IS expensive. And since I won't be outgrowing my gear and plan on many more ski trips over the coming years, I think it's well worth it.
Alpine has several locations throughout the Carolinas. They also rent ski and snowboard gear, including ski pants, so it might actually be worthwhile to rent your gear in Charlotte before you trek off to your ski adventure. They are in the know about local ski clubs, ski venues, as well as national and international ski resorts too. We're excited to check out a few of the places they've recommended next ski season! -
Review from Nicole W.
3/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
You guessed it, Alpine Ski Center has a great variety of ski & snowboard gear! Surprise! Or not...
Located right next to Cantina 1511 (so, be cautious and aware of where you park), Alpine really has a nice selection of top of the line snow stuffs - jackets, skis, boots, gloves, hats, hand warmers, etc. Pricing is average for these higher end items yet they do run some great sales, so keep your eyes peeled for those! You can also rent skis and snowboards here (kiddos and adults). Staff has always been really great - quite friendly and very knowledgeable in the world of snow.
In the summer months, however, I have seen their sign facing East Blvd. advertise a variety of flip flops and bathing suits for sale. Tevas, Rainbows, etc. I'll have to make my way over there in the warmer months and see their stock! -
Review from Nick S.
Gastonia, NC
9/24/2008 3 photos
While I've actually never been skiing or snowboarding, I checked this place out. Located on East, the building is an old, stand alone building between large trees. There are 2 sections to the store, the shop section & the rental section.
I checked out the shop area & they have a lot of ski & snowboard options. They also have a lot of cold weather clothing, from your major brands, from light fleece jackets to thick ski/snowboard jackets. If you could wear it on the slope, they have it for you in lots of styles.The prices seemed pretty reasonable too, but what do I know about ski prices?
If I spent a lot of time on the slopes, I would probably visit Alpine Ski Center a lot more often. They have a good selection of seemingly everything you would need at what seems like reasonable prices.
