Snow Sports
If James Dean were alive today, would he be a skier or a snowboarder? How about Braveheart or Joan of Arc? This is stuff we think about because we love the snow. And we want to share the love with all the advice and information below.
Have an idea for a skiing or snowboarding post? Let us know here.
Possibly the best ski deal ever
Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadow’s Tahoe Super 2 tickets are no longer available on the mountain, but we’ve got them in our stores, and they’re an awesome deal. Each $98 ticket is good for any two days of skiing this season at either Squaw or Alpine. That’s $49 for each day, with no restrictions. If you’re skiing [...]
Your own personal demo day
Let’s say you’re in the market to buy a new car. You do some research, read reviews and talk to your friends so you have the most information possible before heading out to the dealership. You take one or two models for a test drive before noticing that the cup holders are too small and [...]
Stoked to hit the slopes? SB has new ski & snow gear!
The mountains have finally gotten some snow, and winter weather fans can’t wait to start carving fresh tracks. Whatever your favorite winter sport, Sports Basement is featuring more new ski and snowboard products than ever before, all designed to get you out on the slopes for another glorious year in the mountains. We are psyched [...]
SB has your Nordic gear – just add snow!
Cross-country skiing season is fast approaching, and we have the gear and apparel to get you to the mountains in style. We’re excited to hit the trails ourselves, and we hope you’ll let us help you get out there, too. Our Backcountry departments in all four stores have the latest classic, skate and touring skis [...]
Excited about the snow? Get ready for SB’s SnowFest!
Sports Basement SnowFest presented by Bear Valley Mountain Resort is the premiere snow season kickoff party! This event gives skiers and snowboarders the chance to visit with snow resorts from all over California for details on the best season pass deals while also checking out the latest gear from top ski and snowboard manufacturers. The [...]
Pamper your ski gear before you put it away
Want to know the surest way to keep your skis or snowboard happy throughout the summer? Bring them in for a summer tune before you put them away for the season.
Total newbies learn to glide at Royal Gorge XC ski resort
My husband and I headed up to Royal Gorge a couple of weeks ago to try out XC skiing. We’re both runners and cyclists, and many of our endurance-junkie friends are big fans of Nordic skiing. Sports Basement’s new Nordic rentals and discounted Royal Gorge trail passes made it easy for us to load up [...]
Bear Valley Rail Jam is coming to SB!
Join us this week for two nights of awesomeness with Bear Valley’s Pro Riding Team at Sports Basement in Walnut Creek and Sunnyvale.
SB has your Nordic gear – just add snow!
Cross-country skiing has arrived at the Basement! We have gear, apparel, and discounted trail passes to Royal Gorge, the biggest cross-country ski resort in North America.
WFR contest winner #1: Mountain People
In December we held a contest to give away entries to a Wilderness First Responder course offered by Remote Medical International. This story by Wendy Hazard McClain is the first of three winning entries. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
SB is thinking green in the ski and snowboard shop
Even though the mountains are turning white, the ski techs at Sports Basement are always thinking green.
Free lift tickets, prizes and wintry fun at SB’s SnowFest
Join us as we kick off the snow season! Sports Basement’s SnowFest presented by Sugar Bowl is coming soon to a store near you. SnowFest is your chance to meet with resort reps and ski vendors, pick up a free lift ticket, check out the newest gear, win sweet raffle prizes, and enjoy snacks, drinks [...]
Get yourself and your snow gear ready for winter
Winter is right around the corner... and I bet you're not ready for it! Don't sweat it. Most people aren't, but there's still plenty of time.
Help disabled folks hit the slopes with DSUSA
We love floating down the mountain on a fresh powder day or carving up the slopes in the Tahoe sun, and we want as many people as possible to share in these experiences.
Snow suggestions?
Are there skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, or snowman-construction topics you’d like us to write about on the Basement Buzz? Leave a comment here to let us know.
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Event: Baby Boot Camp
Time: 9:30am - 10:55am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Zumba Class
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Basement Pilates
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: CPR Certification
Time: 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Fun Run
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Intermediate Bike Maintenance Clinic
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Weekday Mountain Bike Rides
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: CPR Certification
Time: 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Evening Road Ride
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Thursday Night Road Rides
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Cross Training for Triathletes: What it Means and Why You Need it
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Mt. Diablo Cycling Intervals
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Baby Boot Camp
Time: 9:30am - 10:55am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Breakfast with Enzo
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Get More from Life with Chow Qigong
Time: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Basement Pilates
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Golden Gate Bridge Fun Run
Time: 9:30am
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Free Dance Class Series: Beginning W. African Dance Technique
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Susan G. Komen 3-Day Kickoff
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: This is Our Time! The Inside Story of the 2010 World Champion San Francisco Gian
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Group Ride
Time: 8:30am
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Group Ride
Time: 9:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Run Group
Time: 9:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Core/Fitness Class
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Basement Yoga
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Yoga
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Yoga
Time: 11:30am - 12:45pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Gear Swap
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Yoga for Kids
Time: 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Location: Presidio Store - please note the new time!
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Event: Yoga
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Baby Boot Camp
Time: 9:30am - 10:55am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: CPR Certification
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Fun Run
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Run Group
Time: 6:15pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Fun Run
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Pilates for the Community
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
