The Boarding Co. - The
Locals Pro Shop
Full time resident to Japan for some 17 years based in
Hakuba. We are not about maximization we are about being
good at what we do.
We offer more than an IT sale via the net. We support our
customers with local knowledge be it a powder stash of the
northern Alps or a welcoming surf break throwing overhead
perfection.
The Boarding Co inventory represents the cutting edge of
directional snow and performance surf product at
competitive prices.
We warranty all of our stock and carry it on hand. Our
Staff are on hand should you need advise and assistance
beyond pushing a button.
Retail
- Snowboards (Burton, Prior, Amplid)
- Outerwear ( AK, Oneal, Mountain Hardwear, Berghaus, 32)
- Bindings (Burton, SP-Slab Series,Amplid , Sparke R&D)
- Down/Fleece (Burton, Oakley, Mountain Hardwear, Berghaus
Original)
- Goggles (Oakley,Anon)
- Backcountry Equipment (Shovels, probes, beacons,crystal
cards, Thermometers,heat sheets etc)
- Baggage ( Wheelie Bags, Board Bags )
- Backpacks (AK, Millet, Amplid )
- Boots (Burton, 32)
- Surfboards (Warner, Al
Merrick, Morning Star, Bushman, Don Johnston)
- Wetsuits (West Suits, Oneill)
- Accessories (Ocean & earth, Creatures of
leisure,FCS)
Retail purchases are
delivered to anywhere
in Japan overnite.
Overseas deliveries are also possible via our freight
forwarding partners.
Rentals/Hire
Rentals
- we boast the countries best quality snowboard
rentals with user friendly beginner models thru
to the latest release pro models in both skis and
snowboards.
We also offer an introductory booking service for ski and
snowboard lessons.
If you are not intending to be in
the Hakuba valley we do
arrange for our rentals to be delivered nationally.(1000
yen,approximately US$10)(Including
return freight). (Most deliveries within Jpan take 24
hours)
2010 Rental Lineup features Burton Hero V rocker, Burton
JoyStick, ICS Malalos and Supermodels. Canadian
Manufactured Prior Snowboards featuring 2010 Hybrid Rockers
aswell as a limted range of split snowboards.(ideal for
backcountry outings).
We also have a brand new range of Burton rental boots, Snow
goggles and protection (helmets and wrist guards)
For Instructors trade rates are available. Instructor
feedback assures us that you will gain quicker progress
using our learner entry product than any other snowboarding
equipment available in Hakuba.
Hakuba rentals are delivered and fitted at your doorstep.
Nationally delivered door to door for 1000yen
(Approx$10).(Including return freight).
