Skis & Snowboards (Piste & Off-Piste)
Powder & Backcountry Skis
Off-Piste / Deep Snow
Engineered specifically for Gulmarg's world-famous deep powder snow and off-piste terrain on Mount Apharwat.
Specifications: Extra-wide waist profiles (100mm to 115mm+ underfoot), rocker-camber profiles for high flotation, and lightweight wood cores.
Ideal For: Intermediate to expert freeriders tackling deep powder bowls, tree runs, and backcountry chutes.
Alpine & Piste Skis
Groomed Slopes / Carving
Precision carving skis built for stability, speed, and edge control on groomed runs (Phase 1 / beginner slopes).
Specifications: Narrow waist profiles (72mm–84mm), full sidewall construction, and responsive edge-grip technology.
Ideal For: Beginners, groomer carving enthusiasts, and technical slalom practice.
Ski Touring & Splitboards
Backcountry Ascent & Descent
Specialized gear designed for self-propelled uphill ascents into untracked backcountry bowls beyond the Gondola limits.
Specifications: Lightweight touring skis with tech pin bindings, splitboards with custom interface systems, climbing skins, and adjustable poles.
Ideal For: Backcountry explorers, splitboarders, and ski mountaineers heading to remote peaks.
Freeride Snowboards
All-Mountain & Powder Riding
High-performance snowboards tailored for floating in deep snow, directional stability, and sharp carving.
Specifications: Directional shapes, set-back stance options, powder-specific rocker noses, and stiff tail construction for steep drops.
Ideal For: All levels of snowboarders riding groomers, forest trails, or off-piste powder fields.
Avalanche Safety & Backcountry Gear
ABS Airbag Backpacks
Avalanche Safety Critical
Industry-standard avalanche airbag systems designed to keep riders on top of moving snow during a slide event.
Specifications: Dual airbag deployment systems, high-pressure nitrogen/carbon steel canisters, ergonomic ski/snowboard carry straps, and quick-pull deployment triggers.
Ideal For: Any skier or rider venturing onto Phase 2, Apharwat Peak, or backcountry zones.
Avalanche Safety Sets (Beacon, Shovel, Probe)
Mandatory Backcountry Kit
Complete 3-piece rescue kit mandatory for off-piste and guided backcountry trips in Gulmarg.
Specifications: Modern 3-antenna digital beacons with group check functions and multiple burial marking capabilities; high-grade aluminum shovels with extendable telescopic shafts; quick-assembly aluminum or carbon probes (240cm to 300cm) with clear depth markings.
Ideal For: Mandatory for every off-piste and guided backcountry outing.
Ski Clothing, Apparel & Accessories
Ski Boots, Helmets & Goggles
Protection & Comfort
Wide range of sizes (kids through adult EU 47), flex-rated for beginner comfort or stiff freeride precision.
Specifications: Multi-impact certified safety helmets paired with dual-lens anti-fog goggles designed for mountain light conditions.
Ideal For: Every skier and snowboarder on piste or powder days.
Outerwear & Technical Clothing
Weather Protection
Waterproof, windproof, and insulated snow suits designed for sub-zero Himalayan winters.
Specifications: High-thermal waterproof gloves, mittens, folding/telescopic poles, and Alpine Trackers.
Ideal For: Full-day skiing, storm days, and high-alpine exposure.
Summer Activity & Trekking Equipment
Camping & Expedition Tents
Summer Outdoor Gear
Heavy-duty, weather-resistant tents built for alpine camping, high-altitude alpine lakes, and valley expeditions.
Specifications: 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person 3-season and 4-season alpine tents engineered to withstand high mountain winds and rainfall.
Ideal For: Multi-day alpine lake and valley camping expeditions.
Hiking & Trekking Essentials
Summer Treks & Expeditions
Everything required for summer trekking across Kashmir's alpine meadows and high mountain passes.
Specifications: Trekking backpacks (40L–75L), sub-zero sleeping bags, insulated sleeping pads, camping stoves, and lightweight shock-absorbing hiking poles.
Ideal For: Treks to Alpather Lake, Great Lakes, or local alpine forest expeditions.
Why Rent with Himalayan Edges?
Personalized Fitting & Expert Tuning
Every boot, ski, and board is fitted individually by experienced local ski technicians and mountain guides.
Daily Maintenance
Equipment is waxed, edged, and safety-inspected after every rental period.
Safety First
Complete transceiver checks and briefing provided on all avalanche safety gear rentals.