Best way to ship skis? Sportsovernight.com 10 Tips

Best way to ship skis? Sportsovernight.com 10 Tips

We at RunRex ship skis all the time. Over the years, our experience and efficiency have grown. Along the way, we have learned some tricks that can help you to keep your shipping costs down. 

Besides that, we also have a few more tricks that help you ship your skis. Read on to find the tips that we recommend for you. 

1.    Take the Breaks off Your Skis

If you want to make your life easy, you should ensure that you remove the breaks from your skis. It is a simple process, which takes less than ten minutes. If you leave the breaks intact, they may poke holes in the shipping box. 

When the breaks poke holes in your box, it can be quite tough to get them out. Additionally, when you take out the breaks, it means you do not have to purchase a bigger box so that you can accommodate the poles. 

2.    Ensure that the Tails and Tips are protected

If you are going to ship your skis, you want to ensure that the tails and tips are protected. It may not seem like much but wrapping the tails and tips in a cardboard box helps a lot. Ensure that the cardboard covers the entire width of the tails and tips. 

During transportation, there is a small chance that your luggage could be thrown around. You want to ensure that this has little effect as possible on your skis. 

3.    Pack the Skis Facing Base-to-Base

The bases of both your skis should be facing each other. Additionally, ensure you wrap them in some packing material and some packing tape. Consequently, they will occupy the least amount of room. It also means that their top sides do not scratch against each other. It could damage the bindings or cause deep scratches. 

4.    Track Your Skis

If you are planning a ski trip, you want to ensure that everything is in place just as planned. Thus, you should make use of the online tracking features offered by most shipping companies. For instance, if you find that the skis have to arrive, you can delay your arrival time to avoid sitting idly by at the resort. 

5.    Place the Labels on the Broadest Faces

If you make a mistake of putting the shipping label at the corners, there is a good chance that it will be lost. The packages rub against each other during transportation, especially around the corners. If a shipping label comes off, it is quite difficult for the shipping company to deliver your package. 

6.    Cover You Label in Packing Tape

By covering your label, it makes it impervious to things such moisture. The packages could realistically get rained on during transit or be exposed to excessive moisture. In such an instance, it could become illegible, which could complicate delivery. The shipping company could end up sending it to the wrong address. 

7.    You should Always Use a Sturdy Box

One of the best options to use for shipping the skis is a telescopic box. Such a box is designed to handle fragile telescopes and their lenses. It should be more than capable of handling your skis. If you care about your skis, ensure that you take the time to find a good quality telescopic box. There are numerous sellers of such boxes online. 

8.    Pad Your Delivery by At least Two Day in Advance

If you are going to a skiing destination, there is a good chance that heavy snowfall could make the roads impassable. Additionally, the weather may make it hard for flights to land. Thus, if you squeeze the timeline for your arrival too close to that of your skis, you may end up having to wait for the skis. We at RunRex recommend two days to ensure that you enjoy your skiing trip.

9.    Use the Video Tutorials Available Online

If you are determined to pack your skis by yourself, there are numerous resources online. You will find videos that explain the whole process that ensures your skis are in a perfect position for shipping. These videos go as far as explaining how to size your skis when buying a box. If you follow these tutorials, it could help to lessen the stress of shipping skis. 

10.    Declare the Value Accurately

It is quite important to be accurate to the last cent when declaring the worth of your skis. Just write down the figure indicated on the purchase receipt. When they get lost or are damaged, inaccurate figures could lengthen the compensation process. 

Your insurer will be looking for any avenue they can get to avoid paying compensation. Do not give them that chance. Although it may seem mundane since you are relying on a reliable shipping company, mistakes do happen. 

Summary

We at RunRex have been shipping skis and other sports equipment for a while. We understand all the risks involved. If you follow these tips accurately, you should be able to avoid any major issues. Take time to read all of them and internalize them as you prepare for your next skiing trip. They will help to make the experience flawless.