Decathlon Rolls Out Skiwear Rental Service

As the ski season approaches with great excitement for thousands of snow enthusiasts across the UK, Decathlon is proud to respond to the growing demand for accessible, cost-effective, and innovative ski wear by announcing the expansion of its highly successful hire service this Winter. Introducing an extended range catering to both men, women and children that’s available from Saturday, 25th November.  

Discover the full hire range now by visiting: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/Rental_lp-KT9YYO

At the core of this exciting expansion is Decathlon’s Wed'ze brand - a beacon of excellence in ski, snowboard, and sledge wear since its creation in 2006. Rooted in the French Alps, Wed'ze's design team operates from the prestigious Mont-Blanc valley, a location that enables them to craft technically advanced equipment inspired by the direct experiences of skiers and snowboarders. Anchored by an ongoing commitment to accessibility, innovation, and style, ensuring that every winter adventure is enhanced with products that look as good as they perform. 

Key information on the partners, range and availability is as follows: 

• Affordable Adventures Unleashed: Decathlon understands the importance of making winter sports accessible to everyone. The brand’s ski hire service not only offers top-notch quality but also proves to be more cost-effective for customers compared to buying outright or renting overseas. Facilitated by the Twice Commerce platform, a 10-day rental option, perfectly tailored for a week's holiday, costs just 20% of the Recommended Retail Price (RRP), with men's and women's jackets starting at an affordable £15 and £7 for junior sizes.
• Expanding Style: Be boosted by high-performance skiwear that doesn’t skimp on the latest trends but is also committed to inclusivity, ensuring that every member of the family can hit the slopes in style without breaking the bank. Women's styles cater to sizes 6 - 22 (2XS - 3XL), while men's sizes are available from XS to 3XL. 
• Innovative Solutions: Decathlon remains at the forefront of accessibility and circular practices - the brand’s hire service helps to address the common challenges faced by winter enthusiasts – from outgrowing their gear, the storage woes of bulky items, or simply a change in personal taste. Order Online for home delivery and use the pre paid returns label and packaging to drop the article at a convenient location post trip. 

Hero Products: 

• Men’s Warm Ski Jacket 500 Featuring a sleek and minimalist design, this stylish and warm ski coat has all the features you need to protect you from the elements. Including a snow-skirt, adjustable hood, deep pockets and articulated sleeves for enhanced movement. Available in four colourways, it’s a versatile option that will look just as home on the slopes or in the village. 
• Women’s Ski Jacket 100 -  Windproof, waterproof and certainly not lacking in style credentials! This jacket has a relaxed fit so you can build up your under layer in confidence, whilst featuring a large number of internal and external storage options alongside a convenient ski pass holder on the sleeve. Body-mapped insulation is lab tested down to -8°C. 

Hygiene Assurance:

Addressing hygiene concerns, Decathlon’s B-corp certified partner ACS employs an eco-friendly ozone laundry and sanitization process for all rental products after each return. This powerful process eliminates odours, germs, bacteria, and 99.8% of viruses, meeting medical-grade standards.

The latest step in Decathlon’s journey to make it easier and more affordable for people to trial different sports and outdoor activities, following the wide offer of sports equipment rentals from stores in Summer 2023,