Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year

We would like to just say a huge thank you to all of our customers both old and new for their support at this time festive time and all year long. We hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New year and we look forward to the rest of the winter with you.

The new year will bring a lot of change to www.sailandski.co.uk and our stores and we will keep you posted here on the blog and on our news letter. Huge expansion of the website is planned with a complete re-vamp of the graphical side of the site a long with a change in our distribution and logistical set up.

Any ideas from our customers or potential customers can be sent to us at shrewsbury@sailandski.co.uk .

Christmas delivery deadline this Friday the 19th December

Just a quick reminder to let you all know that the last date for shipping in time for Christmas day is getting close. This friday at 11pm we will cease to guarantee delivery in time for the big day.

Grab yourself some last minute stocking fillers. Below is our list of top five small gifts from december so far:

1 - Burton Snowboard Socks
2 - Salomon Ski Boot Bags
3 - Burton Womens Cupcake Thermals
4 - Anon Snowboard Goggles
5 - Burton and Barts Beanies and Hats

All of these and loads more on www.sailandski.co.uk so don't hang around too long

News for Saturday 27th September 2008 – Smith Arrives on the website

Smith Goggles and Smith Helmets are now displayed on the web with us offering the most comprehensive range of Smith winter specific product in the UK.

This years helmet range features the new Smith Hustle Helmet sitting in the range below the Smith variant brim helmet of last year at £100. Featuring light weight construction and cool styling it is sure to be a winner. The Smith Holt helmet is back and once again I will bet my bottom dollar that this will be our best seller this year – it best had be as I ordered loads of them!!!

As far as the goggles are concerned, the quality is simply top notch. The grade of polycarbonate in Smith lenses is not super-seeded by any other brand including Oakley when it comes to Optical Clarity. Both of us that do the product testing and buying for our company use Smith Goggles ourselves and have done for the past 8 years which normally says something for the products.

New for 2009 is the Smith Womens Hustle Goggles which is the highest spec. goggle ever produced by Smith for Women. Simplistic in styling but sure to be a winner for the winter. Also, we are now doing 2 models in the Turbo Fan goggles – The Smith Knowledge OTG Turbo Fan and the Smith Phenom Turbo Fan Goggles – offering an option to glasses wearers and non-glasses wearers to have eyewear that won’t, sorry, can’t fog up due to it’s in built air conditioning

The other hot goggle to look out for is the Smith Fuse Goggles which comes in a variety of lens options and each pair comes with a FREE yellow lens fo ruse in low light conditions – a bargain for £70-80 as the lenses themselves cost £35 and you get 2 included making the frames seem FREE

Salomon ski and snowboard helmets now in

The all new range of Salomon helmets are now in stock. We are stocking their standard ski range and the Salomon Freeski range of helmets. From the Freeski range check out the Salomon Brigade Helmet and the womens Salomon Venom Helmet.

If you are after the most luxurious finish to a helmet that we have ever seen then look no further than the Salomon Womens Divine Helmet. Also featured on our website is our collection of RED helmets from Burton and soon to be added will be Scott helmets, Smith Helmets and Protec helmets

Snowboard package deals now on-line and in store

All of our cheap package snowboards are now available. We have them from Ride, K2 and Salomon with up to 20% off the 2009 RRP prices. We buy these in specially discounted and therefore have limited numbers of them available. Make sure you don't miss out on a well priced set up of Snowboard, boots and bindings. As usual FREE delivery is available on all of our snowboard packages.

If you want any advice on any of the packages then ring us on 01743 353776

Salomon Deliver 2009 Range - SKIS AND BOOTS

Where do I start? Salomon once again lead the way in innovation in the ski market as well as winning a very prestigious award for this winter.

The big news is the new Custom Shell technology that is now included on their Falcon range of boots. It allows the ski boots to not only be moulded to your foot with the inner liner but even the outer shell of the ski boots moulds to your foot. This is done through a heat process and both our stores have the new ovens in and ready to be used to complete this process

Salomon have also had a resurgance in skis in the last 2 seasons and this year they have won the Fall-line ski magazine "ski of the Year" with the all new Salomon Lord Skis.

We are offering loads of skis at below RRP already and all prices include bindings where stated.

K2 Skis arrive in Store and on www.sailandski.co.uk

It is that time of year again, Skis and snowboards are arriving thick and fast through our doors now! The latest addition is from K2 with their 2009 range of skis. Old favourites such as the K2 Apache Recon and the K2 T-Nine Ladies One Luv Skis are both still in the line up but a few new additions including the piste orientated K2 Hellfire skis and the off piste K2 Apache Xplorer skis.

Many of these skis are already below RRP to keep up with the competion, so to speak. So once again we offer the biggest range of k2 skis on the web in the UK at the lowest prices - so why bother looking elsewhere. FREE delivery is of course included for you

Burton Emblem snowboard socks Product Review

At the end of the day, a sock is a sock, but Burton socks are different. It provides support under the arch of your foot, and across the top of your foot over the ankle, as well as providing extra padding on your shins.
These Burton socks kept my feet warm and dry, whilst wicking away sweat, and made my feet look good in the process.

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton Bullet Tool Product Review

I don’t know any snowboarder who doesn’t own a burton bullet tool, the single most useful tool, that’s idiot proof.
It’s got a screw driver, with four different heads, a small spanner and an arm to give you more leverage whilst fitting comfortably into your coat jacket. I must have used my burton bullet tool every day, to make minor adjustments depending on the snow conditions.
If you haven’t already got one, get one!

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton super pipe gloves Product Review

There’s nothing worse than having to take your gloves off in the minuses to adjust your bindings or re-tighten your boot laces: Enter Burton super pipe gloves.
Although these gloves say super pipe they can be used anywhere, I used them on piste, off piste, in the park and for après ski. They keep your hands warm, and wick away sweat from your palms, as well as being well ventilated.
As the superpipe gloves fit close to your hand it means you get great dexterity which helps if anything goes tits up with your board on the mountain.
If you’re anything like me, you’ll be carrying your Burton Bullet tool with you, and the super pipe gloves, enable you to keep your gloves on, whilst fixing your gear.

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton Moto snowboard boots Product Review

The Burton Moto is an intermediate level snowboard boot, aimed more at all mountain freestyle riders as they are a softer, and more comfortable boot than the stiffer free ride boots.
Year in I’ve used Burton Moto snowboard boots as they are comfortable and give a relaxed fit, as well as keeping your feet toasty. With the speedzone laces on the inner boot and outer shell, it makes getting your boots on super quick and easy.
After riding a full day, either on the slopes or in the park, I just keep my boots on, and enjoyed some après ski, so all in all a very good versatile boot, at a great price.

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton Custom snowboard bindings Product Review

The single best thing about Burton bindings above other bindings is the Cap strap. This piece of genius tech means that you get so much more response in your transitions from toe to heel.
The Burton Custom bindings, for me provided me with all day comfort and response at a great price, and happen to be the binding of choice for Shaun white, which can’t be a bad thing.
I would definatly recommend the Burton Custom bindings to anyone who enjoys all mountain freestyle riding, as the bindings are forgiving and give great support, as well as being easy on the wallet.

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton Dominant Product Review

I bought my Burton dominant snowboard because it’s aimed at an intermediate rider who wants an all mountain freestyle board that can handle itself in the park. The dominant handles perfectly on groomed piste, and when I fancied hitting the park, it’s awesome for rails, boxes and jumps.
As it’s a super soft board, with twin tipped, directional flex, it makes it real easy to ride switch and go bigger of jumps with huge pop in the tail,
I found it really easy to progress to harder piste and carving turns, whilst it still remains the best board I’ve tried in the park. Its not a specific powder so if you enjoy back country riding then this boards not for you, however if there’s a few feet of powder just off the beaten track, the Burton Dominant will thrash about with the best of them.

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton Dominant Snowboard Product Review

I bought my Burton dominant snowboard because it’s aimed at an intermediate rider who wants an all mountain freestyle board that can handle itself in the park. The dominant handles perfectly on groomed piste, and when I fancied hitting the park, it’s awesome for rails, boxes and jumps.
As it’s a super soft board, with twin tipped, directional flex, it makes it real easy to ride switch and go bigger of jumps with huge pop in the tail,
I found it really easy to progress to harder piste and carving turns, whilst it still remains the best board I’ve tried in the park. Its not a specific powder so if you enjoy back country riding then this boards not for you, however if there’s a few feet of powder just off the beaten track, the Burton Dominant will thrash about with the best of them.

Dan Scoulding - Staff Sail and Ski - Shrewsbury Store

Burton Snowboards Arrive Soon!

Burton Snowboards, Burton Snowboard Bindings, Burton Snowboard Boots, Mens and womens clothing all due in within 2 weeks. All of this is available to Pre-Order On the website right now.

Products worth checking out are all of the NEW Burton ICS boards and Burton EST bindings with infinite stance options. Our huge range of really well priced Burton Snowboard Socks and a massive selection of tools and accessories. Also, the mens and womens sleeper hoodies for the ultimate way to travel to the snow.

Also, and this is an unofficial claim, but we must surely offer the widest range of Burton snowboard bags anywhere in the UK now. Be sure to check out all of the new colours.

And, last but by no means least, have a look here at how absolutly massive our range of Anon snowboard goggles is. All styles uncluding the NEW! womens Solace are available.

Bring on the Snow!

Reef flip flops Clearance Sale Starts - 19th August

We have now reduced all of our Reef flip flops by a huge 25% in store and on-line. With August bank holiday coming up soon be sure not to miss out on a bargain.

Savings of up to £12 per pair are to be had on styles including the Reef Fanning flip flops for men and women as well as old faves such as the Reef Sultan, Reef jutas, Reef Ginger and the Reef Palm Beach.

All stock must Go!

This week's hot offers - Reef and Flexifoil - Ends Tuesday 5th Aug

For one week only we have reduced lots of our Reef flip flops by 15% a long with all of our Flexifoil Kites also by 15%.

These offers have limited stock and will expire so be sure not to miss out on these great summer bagains specially selected for you to finish the summer having fun and in style

Both Shops Go into SALE! for the Summer

We are offering 25-30% off all summer T-shirts, Shorts, Hoodies, Hats and Belts in both our Shrewsbury and Chester Shops.

This SALE is on until all stock is cleared so why not head down and grab a bargain for the upcoming Summer holidays. Both shops open Monday to Saturday 9.30 - 5.30 and the Chester branch opens Sunday 12 - 4pm.

Reduced stock from Billabong, Quiksilver, Volcom, Ripcurl, Reef, Insight, O'shea, Wierd Fish and More.

First Winter delivery of the Year - Scott Skis

We are officially the first shop in the UK to have 2009 Skis delivered from award winning brand Scott USA and we will be doing our usual levels of discount on them from day one if you purchase them with Bindings. As last season, we will be offering the fantastic Salomon Z12 Ti binding to accompany what is now an even bigger, and believe it or not, even better range of Scott Skis.

The previous Ski of the Year winners in the form of the Scott Mission and the Scott Punisher still feature but the big news for this year is the NEW! Scott Crusade Ski. It is 92mm underfoot and is designed as a 60/40 on-piste/off-piste ski which sounds ludicrous until you put a pair on. We have all managed to test this ski last year and it is nothing short of breath-taking. If you find yourself needing to turn to slow down then forget this ski, as it seems to accelerate through turns rather than slow down but if you are skiing well enough then this is possibly the most fun you can have on snow! We will have a full review from one of our testers on this Blog in the next few weeks so keep an eye out for it.

Save £££'s on taking you skis away this winter

We have reduced all of our Salomon Ski Bags from £30 to £21.99 for no other reason apart from the fact new colours will be out in September. The bags themselves remain unchanged with padding accross the binding areas and at 180cm in length will take all but the biggest of todays skis. Considering what airlines are doing to flight prices and carriage charges these days you might as well take full advantage of this deal and save a few pennies.

Last Chance to Grab a Bargain on Winter Ski and Snowboard Goods

With Only 4 weeks until winter 2008/09 product starts to arrive we have now reduced all of our Ski Boots, Snowboard Boots, Snowboards, Skis and Snowboard bindings by up to 50%. With makes such as Salomon, Burton, K2, Ride, Scott, Technica and Nordica make sure you don't miss out on a Bargain before the season gets here.

Particular items with very heavy discounts are all of our left over Thirty-Two and Burton snowboard boots with prices starting at £49.99 per pair and Nordica and Technica Ski boots with prices from as little as £75 for a pair of ski boots - forget Ebay!

Product Review - Scott 2009 Mens Corkscrew Jacket

Scott were incredibly kind and kitted some of out this winter in their new range of LTD Gore-tex ski jackets. The difference with their LTD range is that the Gore fabric isn't bonded to the inner part of the outer fabric as it is on all other jackets, it is bonded to the outer part of the jackets liner allowing the deigners of these jackets to be more elaborate in their design instead of being limited as to where they can place zips, vents etc as other brands jackets are.

I used this jacket in Tignes (France) several times this winter in conditions from -25 to +10 and it perfomed amazingly well as you would expect for a jacket worth nearly £250. I got a lot of comments from people on and off the mountain about how nice it looked (skiers and snowboarders). I think the overriding factor about the corkscrew jacket is it's versitility in all temperatures. I only had to vary the amount of layers by one piece between -25 to +10. To buy this item would be money well spent

Phil - http://www.sailandski.co.uk/

Product Review - O'Shea 6'4" EPS Epoxy Fish Surfboards

This board goes incredibly well in all size waves up to 4ft and in really small weak surf makes getting into the wave really easy. I swapped to one of these for the summer from a standard 6'2" thruster simply to gain more float and bouyancy in typical British summer surf. I found that I was instantly getting into loads more waves and would imaging this would be a great board for someone also looking to get their first shortboard as it is super stable when getting to your feet. I have surfed it in solid 4 foot and it is maybe a bit under gunned but still went well enough. One major benefit is how tough the epoxy material is. Have had the board a few months now and it still looks brand new - I can highly recommend this to anyone who suits either of the two above descriptions. I am 5'8" and 12.5 stone if that helps anyone with whether or not they may need to go for the 6'6" or 6'8" versions.

Phil - http://www.sailandski.co.uk/

LUSH LONGBOARDS ARRIVE TODAY!

Yet another brand to add to our already extensive list of top names is Lush Longboards. Perfect for cruising the streets this summer with the Lush Kuni, Makonga and Mako boards in stock. We can now also supply anything you want from Lush so get in touch if you need anything and we can have it with you in 1-2 days. As usual they all come with free delivery to your door.

Scott 2009 Ski Wear already in at half price!

Once again we have managed to get our hands on next years Scott Ski Clothing already and have knocked a massive 40 - 60% everything. We have limited numbers of each item so be quick so that you don't miss out!

We also have a few items of Scott Imact protection to be snapped up with 45% off next year's models.

Limited Edition Reef Fanning Flip Flops Now in!

2 Late season Models of the now infamous Reef Fanning Flip flops have arrived into stock this week. Same Price as the normal fannings at £39.99 they have really spiced up our flip flops stands and are currently flying out so be sure not to miss out on these!

Summer of Surf ahead!

If Surfing is your thing or you are wanting to get into this fast growing sport you need to check out our latest crazy deals from O'shea Surf. We are now doing complete surfboard packages from as little as £299 for Board, bag, leash and wax with FREE delivery. Our website has all of the O'shea surfboards range on it with some nice graphics to choose from and a few for the girls.

If you are unsure about what to go for give us a ring on 01743 353776 or post a comment on this blog or e-mail us to shrewsbury@sailandski.co.uk

Flexifoil Kites Now In!

We are now the proud stockists of Flexifoil Power Kites. We are stocking everything from Small power kites for the childrens such as the Flexifoil Buzz Kite at £44.95, The best selling entry level kite for adults, the Big Buzz at £59.95 all the way through to more serious kites such the Sting and the Rage at £109 - £299. These more serious kites offer some serious air time for those of you looking for ultimate kiting thrills

For great videos on learning how to fly this type of Kite see http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=power%20kiting%20instruction&search=Search&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&spell=1.

Both of Our stores carry stock of the main Kites and Our Website has loads more great Flexifoil Kites available for next day delivery!