Renting skis for kids in Andorra for the whole season: Family guide 2026/2027

If your children ski several weekends a season in Andorra, you already know the routine: get to the shop, wait your turn, try on boots, adjust bindings… and do it all again the following Saturday. And if you’re thinking about buying, you know that the kit that fits them perfectly today will be too small by next winter.

A seasonal rental solves both problems. You pick up the kit in November or December, it’s theirs for the whole winter and you return it in spring. In this guide we explain how Pic Negre’s seasonal children’s ski rental in Andorra works, what equipment is included, how much it costs and how to choose the right range for your child.

Buying, renting by the day or renting for the season

Before deciding, it’s worth doing the maths based on how much your child is actually going to ski.

  • Buying only makes sense if your child has stopped growing or if the kit will be handed down to a younger sibling. Children’s boots and skis are outgrown within one or two seasons.
  • Renting by the day is the logical choice if you come up for one week a year. Beyond a few weekends, the cost soars and you lose time in the shop on every visit.
  • Renting for the season gives you a fixed price for the whole winter, your child always skis with the same kit, and the following year you simply change sizes without having to sell anything second-hand.

There’s also an advantage you’ll notice on the slopes: a child who skis all winter on the same skis and boots gets used to them and gains confidence much sooner.

What’s included in the seasonal children’s ski rental in Andorra

The service is designed for boys and girls up to and including 13 years old and uses brand-new Atomic equipment, fitted to each child’s size, weight and level.

You can choose between three options:

  • Skis + boots + poles pack
  • Skis + poles pack
  • Boots only

And in every case, the rental includes one free repair of the equipment during the season. If the edges need touching up mid-winter, we’ll do it free of charge in our ski workshop.

One thing to bear in mind: new equipment is limited and is handed out while stocks last. Once it runs out, the rental continues with equipment from our rental fleet, selected and checked before every handover. If you want your child to be the first to use their kit, don’t leave it until the last day.

Oro or Junior range: which one to choose

We have two ranges. The difference isn’t age, but how your child skis.

Oro Season Ski – €160

  • Atomic Redster J4 skis with L 6 GW bindings
  • Atomic Redster JR 60 boots
  • Brand-New Equipment for the Entire Season

This is the option for children with a solid technical base who are already making carved turns and want edge grip, stability and a bit more speed. It suits kids who attend improvement courses or who ski many days a season.

Junior Season Ski – €125

  • Atomic Redster J2 skis (130–150 cm) with L 6 GW bindings
  • Atomic Hawx Kids 3 boots
  • Brand-New Equipment for the Entire Season

A simpler option for progressing: the ski flexes more easily and the boots are comfortable to put on, which you’ll appreciate first thing in the morning when it’s cold and everyone’s in a hurry to get to the lift.

Can’t decide between the two? Think back to the last day you skied together. If your child waits for you at the bottom of the red runs, go for the Oro range. If you’re still working on speed control, choose the Junior range. And if you’re not sure, we’ll assess it in the shop with your child there.

Boots: the most important part of the kit

A child can ski reasonably well on skis that aren’t ideal, but not in boots that hurt. The Atomic boots in our range have a 98 mm junior last and progressive flex, designed for growing feet.

A few tips to get it right:

  • Bring your child and the ski socks they’ll be wearing. Size is always tried on the foot.
  • Don’t go a size up “so they last”. With a seasonal rental it makes no sense: a boot that’s too big means less control and causes rubbing. Next year, you simply change.
  • Watch their face as they walk in them. If they complain after five minutes in the shop, it’ll be worse on the slopes.

Nor do you need to know the ski length in advance: our team decides it based on your child’s height, age, weight and level.

Helmet and back protector: available as extras

The helmet and back protector are not included in the packs, but you can add them to your rental:

  • Atomic Four JR helmet: In-Mold shell with Holo Core technology, CE EN 1077 Class B certified, Aircon ventilation, washable liner and goggle clip.
  • Salomon Flexcell Pro back protector: protects the back without restricting movement, adjusts with a quickLINK fastening, has a removable protector and is CE EN 1621-2 Level 1 certified.

If you also need a jacket or trousers for a particular weekend, take a look at our ski clothing rental.

Where to pick up the equipment: La Massana and Encamp

Seasonal equipment can be picked up from two shops, one on each side of the country:

  • Pic Negre 11 – La Massana. Avinguda Sant Antoni, 5. Ideal if you ski in Pal Arinsal or live in the La Massana area.
  • Shusski 56 – Encamp. Avinguda de François Mitterrand, 83. Perfect if you ski Grandvalira; you can also check out our shops in Encamp, Canillo and Soldeu.

You can pick it up from one and, at the end of the season, return it to either of the two.

2026/2027 season calendar

What Cuándo
Rental and in-shop pick-up From 3 November to 15 December
Last day for in-shop returns 5 April 2027
Returns in Vila From 6 to 23 April 2027 (Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Late returns €30 penalty from 23 April

If the equipment is not returned, its full value will be charged. You’ll find all the details in the children’s ski rental terms and conditions in Andorra.

Warranty and discounts

Children's Ski Guarantee: €10 per pack

Optional, purchased together with the rental and covers:

  • 100% of the equipment's value in case of breakage.
  • 50% of the value in case of theft or loss.

With kids, a ski getting caught on the chairlift or poles left behind on a terrace are nothing unusual. At €10 for the whole season, it's worth it.

10% discounts

Club Piolet members and Assegur customers: 10% off pack prices upon presentation of proof in-store.

Frequently asked questions

Up to what age can you rent?

Up to and including 13 years old. For younger children, our in-store team will advise you based on their height and skill level.

Can I rent just the boots?

Yes. In addition to complete packages, you can rent just skis with poles or just boots.

What happens if the child grows during the season?

Ask us in-store. Our team will check the fit and explain the available options depending on equipment availability.

Can I pick up the equipment in La Massana and return it in Encamp?

Yes, you can return the equipment to either store.

What is the difference between the Gold and Junior ranges?

The Gold range (€160) includes Redster J4 skis and Redster JR 60 boots, for children with good skiing technique. The Junior range (€125) includes Redster J2 skis and Hawx Kids 3 boots, which are easier to ski with and put on.

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