Skip the Resort Lines: One Day Ski & Snowboard Rentals from The Boardroom in Ellicottville

ELLICOTTVILLE WINTER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

Skip the Resort Lines: One Day Ski & Snowboard Rentals from The Boardroom in Ellicottville

Rent top-quality skis and snowboards from The Boardroom, Ellicottville’s longtime rental shop, and pick up gear minutes from Holiday Valley and HoliMont for a straightforward day on the slopes.

Skip the Resort Lines: One Day Ski & Snowboard Rentals from The Boardroom in Ellicottville.

Duration
24 Hours
Location
Ellicottville
Operator
The Boardroom Snowboard Shop
Category
Winter Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

For skiers and riders headed to Holiday Valley or HoliMont, One Day Rental at The Boardroom takes the slog out of resort rental counters. The Boardroom—operating in Ellicottville and rooted in a rental business that began in 1984 as Barnyard Ski Rental—offers top-quality skis and snowboards with a local, service-first approach so you can pick up gear close to the resorts and get on snow faster.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SHOP

Locally rooted rental specialists since 1984

The Boardroom traces its rental roots to 1984, when Mike and Jodie opened Barnyard Ski Rental. The current shop continues that lineage of local service and equipment expertise.

THE GEAR

Top-quality skis and snowboards

One Day Rental gives you access to high-quality skis and snowboards so you can avoid resort lines and rely on professionally maintained equipment.

THE ACCESS

Hassle-free pickup near Holiday Valley and HoliMont

Instead of renting at the base lodges, pick up your gear at The Boardroom and be on the slopes at Holiday Valley or HoliMont in minutes.

What the day feels like

What the One Day Rental Feels Like

The day begins at The Boardroom in Ellicottville: a quick stop to fit and collect skis or a snowboard and then a short drive to your slope of choice. The package is deliberately simple—24-hour equipment access, staff service rooted in decades of local rental experience, and the convenience of being based minutes from Holiday Valley and HoliMont.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this service is best for—and when to check details with the operator.

1
Day Skiers & RidersIdeal for people who want a single, 24-hour equipment rental and prefer to avoid resort rental lines; verify any operator-specific limits in advance.
2
Out-of-townersVisitors staying in Ellicottville who need convenient equipment pickup near Holiday Valley or HoliMont will find the service practical; check for any age or documentation requirements with the shop.
3
Seasonal or Repeat VisitorsRepeat visitors who value consistent, quality rental gear and local service benefit from The Boardroom’s longstanding rental operation; confirm any membership or repeat-renter policies with staff.
4
FamiliesFamilies looking to streamline pickups for a day on the slopes can use a one-day rental to avoid resort counters; parents should check with the operator about sizing and any age-related policies.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

This service supplies skis and snowboards as rental equipment; bring your own layered clothing, gloves, goggles and any lift tickets or passes required by the resort.

Pickup Location

Meet at The Boardroom’s Ellicottville location for gear collection as the start of your 24-hour rental.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where do I pick up my rental?

Pickups take place at The Boardroom’s Ellicottville location: 6113 Route 219 S, Ellicottville, NY 14731.

How long is the rental period?

The standard rental duration for One Day Rental is 24 hours.

What equipment can I rent?

You can rent top-quality skis and snowboards through The Boardroom’s one-day service.

Who operates the rental service?

The operator is The Boardroom Snowboard Shop, the local shop in Ellicottville with roots in a rental business dating to 1984.

Is the shop close to the resorts?

Yes—the Boardroom’s rental location is described as minutes from both Holiday Valley and HoliMont, making it a convenient alternative to resort rental counters.