Alpenglow Sports

Demo skis, boots, and splitboards for sale!

Save big on Demo Skis, Demo Boots, and Demo Splitboards on sale now!

There is a great selection of models from Black Crows, Blizzard, Elan, Jones Snowboards, Dynafit, Tecnica, and Scarpa. All are in great shape and ready to shred. We would love this equipment to go to loving homes and you can explore the full offering here.

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Who are we?

Your specialty gear shop for backcountry adventures on snow, dirt, and rock

We curate gear from trusted brands so that you can ski, climb, hike, and run with confidence. We test new gear each season, looking for exceptional products and brands that deliver the best quality.

What we do

Gear Reviews

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The new Zero G Tour Pro boot from Tecnica

The new Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro: The best just got better.

We tested the new Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro boot in a variety of snow conditions alongside Tecnica's pro athletes to learn about each of the new improvements and asses the performance uphill and down...

Testing the new Raide Research LF40 Ski Mountaineering Pack

We test the features and functionality of the new Raide Research LF 40 Ski Mountaineering pack. We recommend this pack as a daily carry with a compelling feature set for your biggest days when need...

The new Dynafit Ridge Pro backcountry ski boot demonstrates it's forward cuff rotation

Introducing the New Dynafit Ridge Pro boot

Learn about Dynafit's new no-compromise 1,250 gram backcountry boot. We are excited to see new capabilities and technologies in a lightweight ski boot that charges hard. Learn more about the new Ri...

Layering Guides

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A rack of insulated outer layers hangs at Alpenglow Sports

Why we use an insulated outer layer

An insulated outer layer is a single ski jacket that includes waterproofing and insulation. An insulated outer layer replaces your hardshell and midlayer and serves as the outer most layer in your ...

A skier wears a softshell jacket while backcountry skiing

Softshell jackets, explained

A softshell is a breathable, performance-oriented jacket or pant that achieves weather resistance without the need of a waterproof membrane. Softshells are often minimalistic, made with lightweight...

John Munson demonstrates a softshell layering system for backcountry skiing

How to layer for backcountry skiing

Alpenglow Sports has been outfitting our customers for backcountry travel for almost 50 years. Learn how we combine technical fabrics, insulation, and waterproofing into an effective layering syste...

I think people derive happiness not from things, but from experiences and relationships. Our whole business centers around giving back to the community.

Brendan Madigan, Owner

Exceptional Service, Knowledgeable Staff

Alpenglow Sports provides locals and visitors with inspiration, local knowledge, and the best gear to enjoy Lake Tahoe's outdoor adventures. We take pride in being community-minded, responsible recreationalists who bring backcountry, nordic, and trail running expertise to North Lake Tahoe and beyond.

Meet the Staff

Inspiring others to do what inspires them

Join our Mountain Running Club or come to a Winter Speaker Series to hear amazing stories and connect with likeminded community. Everything we do connects our customers to knowledge that you can use to engage deeply with your outdoor pursuits.

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