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Skis - try before you buy in Courchevel?
 Poster: A snowHead
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Hi guys

Having rented for 7-odd years I want to buy my first pair of skis this season. Through lots of research here and on the slopes I have narrowed my choices down to a couple: I tried the Scott "The Ski" the weekend just gone which I loved. But I also want to try the Volkl Kendo before I make my purchase. I'm lucky enough to be going to Courchevel in a month so...

Does anyone know a ski hire/sale shop in Courchevel that will let me rent the Volkl Kendos for 3 days, then sell a pair to me if I decide to buy them? (Preferably taking off the rental payments I've already paid from the price!)

Thanks v much in advance

A very excited MrB
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not sure which shops stock volkl in Courchevel but suggest you try the volkl website for stockists. I am pretty sure that every shop will rent you a test pair on that basis (taking of rental payment if you buy). enjoy
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just wanted to say thank you for the reply! meant to write it earlier but completely forgot. Strangely, it's proving remarkably tricky to find the Kendos... will see what I can do in resort I suppose.
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The Boot Lab in 1650 have a decent test fleet - we may have a test Kendo somewhere or other, but we've plenty of other options to try too - however it sounds like you've already done your research and settled on the Kendo or The Ski so I would ask in Francis Blanc Sports (also in 1650) to see what they have available. I know Whitestorm (1850) have Mantra's for rental so maybe worth an ask about the Kendo too?

Cheers
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great - thanks MarkFinSoup! I spoke to the boot lab and may well try a Blizzard Bonafide at their suggestion. Will see how it goes when I get there!
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MrBlondee, I don't think Volkl skis are found that often in French rental shops - I've not noticed a lot.
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