Snowboard hire delivered to your lodge

Families and groups staying in holiday rentals, lodges and apartments who want gear sorted before the first morning on the slopes.

Multi-day hire packages plus a delivery and collection fee. Repeat bookings from accommodation managers and holiday rental agents can fill quiet midweek days.

• Organising bookings and logistics
• Sizing boots and bindings
• Driving in winter conditions
• Clear, friendly communication

• Public liability insurance and cover for gear in storage and in your vehicle
• Check with the local council and land manager whether you need approval for storing gear at home or operating a commercial service near the snowfields
• Winter driving: check road conditions and whether you need snow chains
• Wrongly sized boots mean returns and unhappy customers, so ask for sizes and ability in advance
• Seasonal income, with demand tied to snowfall and school holidays

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $12,000 to $50,000, depending on how many boards, boots and helmets you buy, and what storage and vehicle setup you need. Your fleet size is the main driver.

Check public liability insurance and cover for gear in storage and in your vehicle. Check with the local council and land manager about approval for storing gear and operating near the snowfields, and check winter road conditions and whether you need snow chains.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on snowfall, school holiday demand and bookings. Income is seasonal, and you should expect at least about 20 hours a week during the season.