Ski Carrier Straps

You probably saw them at the last ski village you were at:  People walking around with their skis neatly held together by comfortable carrier, while everyone else wrestled with their two 8-pound chunks of carbon graphite.  A nice, simple alternative to a bulkier and more expensive ski bag.

Ski carrier straps are easy to use and perfectly functional both for beginner and expert skiers who are looking to more efficiently carry their gear.  They are usually made of tough nylon, and will last for a long time.

Best of all, these ski carrier straps are cheap.  You aren’t going to spend much at all.  A good set can be had for $10 to $30 dollars a set, so compared to most ski and snowboard gear they are downright free.  If your ski experience routinely involves walking a block or more with your skis, even if it is just from a parking area to the chairlift, straps can be a simple and inexpensive way to make carrying your skis much more pleasant.

As a rule of thumb, the straps have to be simple and quick to use, comfortable to wear (straight or diagonally across the back), and able to be folded easily to a compact size that fits your pocket. Getting anything bulky will totally defeat the purpose of having them — if they take up much space, then you might as well just get a full-on ski bag.  They need to work well when you are using them, and be unnoticeable when you are not.

Adjustability is important, but most ski straps are going to be highly adjustable.  That means they can carry an adult ski, kids ski, or snowboard.  They should be highly interchangeable.

To make things easier, we picked some of the best straps on the market and analyzed their main features.

Sukoa Ski Carrier Straps (Top Choice)

Our recommended ski carrier strap is a basic, inexpensive, pocket-friendly strap that you can rely on. This Sukoa product is perfect for having in our skiing stash for those days when you need it. The shoulder sling with cushioned, strong velcro holder will protect your gear from any kind of damage. The adjustable strap is really easy to adjust and it can fit its length for flawless comfort, keeping you far away from back pain and strain.

Thanks to its long-lasting design, strong nylon, and trustworthy stitching, you won’t have to worry about costly replacements. Basically, Sukoa Ski Carrier Straps do exactly what they promise: keep all your skis and poles in one easy to handle package and prevent your arms from getting tired. If you’re annoyed by knots, you’ll love this model’s rotating, tangle-proof hooks. Also, these reliable hooks together with the plastic bindings will survive in very cold temperatures.

The Sukoa Ski Carrier Straps can be quickly folded into a small package and fitted in your bag or even in your pocket. This way, you don’t have to deal with clutter while you’re on the slopes.  Find Here on Amazon.

Volk Ski and Pole Carrier / Sling

Volk makes a really good nylon ski carrier strap that works well for both skis and poles. Like the others on the list, it is highly-adjustable so can carry everything from your long all-mountain skis to the stubby little snow blades.

We gave the Volk a try, and it did the job. No skis slipping and sliding everywhere while we carried them, no tired arm after the long walk from the parking lot to the chairlifts. We also like that the sizing was adjustable enough so kids could use them. Kids actually need the help more than adults, because they find it hard to keep a pair of skis together when carrying them.

The Volk’s are strong and lightweight. They take a little thinking to figure out when you first use them, as they are not entirely intuitive at first glance. But after a couple uses, you will be able to put the skis on the straps, and take them off, in a matter of seconds.  Find here.  

Store Your Board Adjustable Ski and Board Straps

StoreYourBoard is another really good strap we have used, and don’t let the name deceive you, it is geared more for skis than for snowboards. For people who might need to hoof it a few blocks to the ski village, or regularly ski at places where parking is a moderate walk from the lifts, the StoreYourBoard straps work really well.  They have a strong velco grip and we haven’t had them fail us.

They’re lightweight (only 3 ounces) and surprisingly heavy-duty for that weight, which is part of the power of using strong nylon.  You can adjust the length to accommodate both the size of the skis, but also the size of the person using the straps.

We would put these up there with the Sukoa as the ones that we probably found the most intuitive to use.  Find them here.

Boot carrying straps

When we’re talking about keeping our ski equipment securely in one place, we must also talk about ski boot carrying straps.  In many cases, boots are more of a hassle to transport than skis.  One option is to get a boot bag, but if you want to keep it simpler, consider boot straps.

We have a couple of recommendations here, but the main things to look for are reliability, comfort, and extended durability.

Sukoa Ski and Snowboard Boot Carrier Strap

These lightweight straps are extremely convenient, as their 41” shoulder sling design allows you to easily take your boots wherever you go. You can fold them and put them in your bag or pockets, so you can have fun on the slopes without worrying about any extra weight. The 1.5“wide sling won’t dig into your shoulders, thus you’ll enjoy extra comfort. The strong nylon and top-notch stitching make these straps very long-lasting and prevent you from spending a lot of money on replacements. Their sturdy design is great for keeping your boots in place, preventing them from falling into the snow. This way, you can be sure that you’ll always have dry, toasty boots.  Find here.

BootYo! By Mt Sun Gear Ski Boot and Snowboard Boot Carrier Straps

The BootYo! boot carrier straps have the ideal length (27”) to conveniently put your ski boots over the shoulder while using your hands to handle the rest of the gear. Their design prevents premature equipment wearing and allows your boots to perform at their best. They are lightweight, yet strong and durable; you can easily keep them in your pocket, or stuff them in your shoes until you’re leaving the slope.  Find here.

 

Even if they are small accessories, straps come extremely handy when you need to keep your equipment safely together. Choosing the right ones will give you comfort, peace of mind, and enhance your overall experience.  If you liked this and are looking to upgrade your ski gear, don’t miss our pieces on the best adult beginner skis, and our rating of the top ski goggles on the market.