Tag Archives: snowboarding

Why You Should Use Boot and Glove Dryers

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Laurie P

By Debb Schnoor This is One WARM Winter!!! We here in northern Illinois have no snow in our yards. The local ski areas are open, but struggling, and it’s spring skiing conditions. Warm, wet and slushy. It’s snowing in Colorado … Continue reading →

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No Snow Ski and Snowboard Sale

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Laurie P

As you can see there is no snow in northern Illinois affecting sales at the shop.  Fewer skis and snowboards are coming for tunes so we had to give our back room helper Joey a project to keep him busy.  … Continue reading →

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Ski Jackets to Match Your K2 Skis

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Laurie P

You want to look good when you’re out on the slopes.  Here are a few examples of Ski Jackets to match your K2 skis.  The K2 Super Burnin is probably one of the most difficult skis to match a ski … Continue reading →

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Girl Scout Troop works on Winter Sports Badge

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Laurie P

The local Girl Scout troop visited Alpine Accessories on Sunday January 8th to gather information for their Winter Sports Badge.  The girls were shown how water proof breathable fabrics keep you dry and the differences to water resistant fabrics.  Rick also demonstrated … Continue reading →

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Free Lift Tickets and Discount Lift Tickets

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Laurie P

Free Lift Tickets and Discount Tickets are available at many areas. This lists ways you can get these discounts and Free lift tickets from group rates, volunteering, package deals and more. Continue reading →

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Flow Snowboard Boots

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Laurie P

The new 2011 – 2012 Flow Snowboard Boots have just arrived at Alpine Accessories. 

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Ski Shop Remodel is Done!

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Laurie P

Alpine Accessories Ski and Snowboard Shop’s   expansion and remodeling work is finally done.  The carpet was put in by Carpet One.  Now that the carpet is in the racks can be brought back out and skis, snowboards, and ski apparel and … Continue reading →

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We’re Expanding and Remodeling

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Laurie P

After 7 years in our current location Alpine Accessories is expanding and remodeling.  In 2004 owners Rick and Laurie Pasturczak purchased the retail condo unit at 9219 S. IL Route 31 in Lake in the Hills IL.  April 2011 the adjoining … Continue reading →

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A Week of Ski and Snowboard Clinics

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Laurie P

The crew at Alpine Accessories has had training by several manufacturers this past week. Pat Sipe from Tecnica reviewed the Tecnica boots. Tom Furhman from Rossignol discussed cross country gear, snowboards, skis and ski boots. Patrick, the tech rep from … Continue reading →

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Win a trip to Chestnut Mountain for 2!

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Laurie P

You can win a ski or snowboard trip to Chestnut Mountain in Galena Illinois for two people, which includes lift tickets and bus transportation. The Free trip is being offered by Alpine Accessories Ski and Snowboard Shop and has been organized by … Continue reading →

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