Found the shop on a Google search. I also love shopping small. Went to this location and had the best service. The selection is amazing. Prices were very fair and the quality of his merchandise was top notch. Chris was so kind and patient helping me get the gear I needed. He never tried to oversell me on anything even though he easily could have done so. He walked me around and helped me get everything that my husband would need to stay warm and have an epic time snowboarding. His passion and thoughtfulness shone through. He was answering phone calls, handling other customers and juggling me with ease. Super fantastic. Will come back to Sterling or Fairfax for any future needs. I later found out that Chris turned out to be the owner so fingers crossed he never retires. Side note -he has a sick Grateful Dead collection! Highly recommend visiting here. read more

Alpine Ski Shop - Tennis Near Me - Sterling, Virginia

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Our experience with Joel was wonderful! He helped outfit both of my kids in skis and boots in their trade in program, including finding boots to fit my son's wide calves. Now I won't go anywhere else! read more

100% recommend Alpine Sterling! I wanted to get my first set of skis, so I came in to simply try on boots and discuss options. All of the employees I chatted with were experienced, helpful, and super nice. They understood my thoughts on wanting to get a good first setup that will last and guaranteed I can bring back any purchased gear to discuss any concerns I have. I ended up buying new boots, skis, and bindings and am LOVING them! Really appreciate all of the staff here for taking the time to make good recommendations. Will be back to buy more in the future, for sure! read more

Excellent service. The workers were attentive to our needs. We were looking for skateboarding gear and they directed us in finding just what we wanted. read more

This has been for go to ski shop for almost a decade now. The staff here is awesome- always friendly and helpful without being pushy. They have a great selection of equipment and apparel, all for reasonable prices. They have been great for adjustments and tuning every year. But what I always appreciate is their ability to help you get the right equipment for what your budget is, without trying to upsell or pressure you. Whatever you need for the slopes, this is the place to go in the area. read more

I'm leaving this review because of the wonderful customer service Andrew provided both times I stopped in. The first time it was incredibly busy so I asked a few basic questions. He was attentive and never made me feel like my questions were dumb, he didn't rush me at all which was nice. I came in again when it was less busy and he helped me again but offered so many tips for what to look at when picking out a snowboard. He was super patient and helpful! I'll be back soon because of Andrew's outstanding customer service. read more

90% of the of the gear staff of great. There are a few younger male employees who's customer service left much to be desired and weren't able to answer my basic questions but maybe that comes with age. The older gentleman in the ski shop and the female cashier I primarily worked with were above and beyond. ** this review is from interactions in dec 2021 and Jan 2022 read more

We are new to the area and chose Alpine to support local businesses. It was a great decision - we were blown away by how friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable the staff is as well as how much gear they have. We accidentally stumbled onto a local gem that I would absolutely recommend for tennis, pickleball, skateboarding, rollerblading, and of course ski and snowboarding. read more

Fantastic shop with fantastic service. Everyone was very helpful and knowledgeable. Took my board in for a tune-up and some new bindings. Got fitted and attached, set up and out the door in less than an hour. This will definitely be my go-to shop. read more

If you miss the Chantilly Sun & Ski, take a trip 15 minutes north to see these folks in Sterling. They were *busy* on Saturday but we had a great experience working with Casey to try to find some skis for our 6 year old and getting answers to snowboard and boot questions for our 9 year-old snowboarder. We picked up a really nice set of skis and they included the bindings, which was a plus. They had the time to take care of the board while we waited, which was really cool! They are also going to be able to make some small repairs to my skis before tuning them. Caroline and Casey helped us out with gloves and socks. They don't carry Spyder but they do carry some really really nice brands and had a few things on sale even though it is in the middle of the season. My snowboarder can go through a pair of gloves or two in a season, so we like to have a spare pair. The store is absolutely beautiful inside and feels like an upscale lodge. However, we did like the old-school rustic feel of the Sun & Ski in Chantilly as well. COVID-19: They do require masks (yay!) and the customers try to keep spread out though it can be a bit difficult in the back with the ski boots on a weekend. The customers are really good about wearing masks as were the staff. read more

Outstanding customer service! If you're looking to buy ski boots or just explore future options, this locally owned business is well worth a visit. After 2 years of frustrating ski boot rentals that did not fit well, my wife, two sons (12 yrs, 10 yrs) and I took the plunge to buy ski boots in early December 2017. Alpine Ski Shop was great (I would recommend their Sterling location which has a wider selection than their Fairfax location). Since my two sons are growing, we used their "buy-back" program which allows you to buy inexpensive, used boots (for the kids) and they will buy them back at 50% of what you paid after the season ends. My wife and I purchased brand new Nordica ski boots and were glad to make this investment. They were comfortable and fit really well. It was helpful to try on different brands as some boots felt more comfortable. We also bought 2 Giro helmets for the kids (which were on sale). Owning ski boots saved us a lot of time when we rented skis in Vermont. Since my wife and I live in a townhouse and refuse to drive a minivan or large SUV, we don't have much space to store skis. I came to Alpine Ski Shop a week before to explore, and was very impressed the salespeople did not pressure me to buy anything. For first-timers, it's a little tricky to find the store. Coming up Route 28 north from Dulles Airport, you take Route 625 East (Waxpool Road.), which is in the opposite direction of Ashburn and the Wegmans. But to reach the store, you have to loop around two side streets, which can be confusing. You'll know that you are driving in the right direction if you pass a Thai Buddhist temple on your left. read more

One of the best kept secrets for a local skate shop. I mean they sell a lot of other fun stuff too, but I was there to buy a long board for my son for 8th grade grad. I wanted a drop through flex deck. They had a few different options. I chose a Landyachtz which came with Bear trucks (sweet!). Sales guy was super knowledgable and even scored a few Alpine stickers. My kid really enjoys his new set of wheels. I'll be back. read more

Bought my first snowboard from here and I absolutely love it! Everyone was super nice, and feeling very out of my element (as a skier) it was comforting how open and upbeat everyone was. I totally forget who helped me, but he's been working there for some time now, I want to say since 2010? So he knows his stuff and as a border himself I trust what he has to say. Thanks for everything, definitely will be coming back for anything else I may need! read more

Love this place! It's now become my go to snowboard/skate shop. While prices are usually not discounted, I'm here for the knowledge and customer care. At this, they Are second to none. I just got new Burton step ons and a neversummer proto II board. Tried them out a week ago at snowshoe and unfortunately...The BOA strap broke on my last run! Look the next day to Alpine and they had it fixed in 24 hours...can't do that online!!! If you have any questions, go see Pat...he's the f*ing man! Seriously....this guy loves his job and it shows. He has the patience and know how to get you in the right gear...for you...whether that's for troubled feet like mine or if you are budget minded. He's there to get you right for the mountain. I'm still one who goes to brick and mirror stores and Alpine and Pat keep me coming back! Thanks for caring! Dan the Painter. (You know who this is;) read more

The best skate/snowboarding shop in Northern Virginia. The store is always stocked. They have great, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Both locations are equally as good. read more

Tonight, I had one of the best shopping experiences that I can remember, and I find myself saying that every time I go to Alpine, whether in Fairfax or Sterling. Took my kids in to get skate pads since I gave them my old school boards to learn on. First, the staff were all in masks so that was a big plus. Second, the building (I was told specifically made for Alpine) just has a great warm feeling that you would expect from a cool ski and skate shop when you step inside. But then you notice the cool details of what the owner, Chris, has added to the merch. A lifetime of collector skis (including Jerry and Grateful Dead designs) hang from the ceiling. As you move through the store you see Chris' and Tyler's (his brother) old skateboard decks as well as some of their very cool Alpine custom design decks presented among the merch which is all tastefully laid out. MOST IMPORTANT, Chris did an amazing job of making my two boys (11 and 7) feel right at home, even though they are absolute skateboarding beginners. I was so inspired by the store and energy that he and his staff exuded that I decided to buy my own old-school board. I picked out a super cool Tracker deck, some purple trucks and some sweet Dogtown two-tone wheels to match. When he began to cut up my grip tape into zebra like stripes, I knew I was going to have a sick board when he finished...it was just the right touch. As he worked putting the board together, he regaled me and my boys with old skateboarding stories. I thumbed through a well-worn skateboard art book he had as he spoke and then flipped through an old issue of Thrasher that he held onto. All of it, the store, the conversation, the skate art, the authentic energy ...took me right back to '84...what a wonderful trip it was! And even if I'm just a 50 year old dad who is reliving his youth and about to get a bunch of gnarly bruises trying to keep up with my kids, I can't thank Chris and the staff at Alpine enough for the way they served my two boys and for sending me on my way with a warm heart and a nostalgic yearning for that old summer feeling of skating out in the streets til it got dark..can't recommend these guys and this store enough! read more

Alpine Ski Shop - Chris did an amazing job of helping me put together a fab old school board! - Tennis Near Me - Sterling, Virginia

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Alpine Ski Shop in Sterling, VA is a FANTASTIC business! This family owned local shop sets the bar for how salesmanship, product knowledge, customer interaction and value should all operate. From the time I set foot in the store to the time I was walking out with my purchases, I felt like my consultant, Bryson, and the owner, Chris, appreciated my patronage regardless of whether I was going to purchase or not. I'm not sure how long I was in the store for to be honest but I believe it was close to an hour and a half. It was the most enjoyable hour and a half I've ever had when it comes to making purchasing decisions because Bryson really took the time to explain to me the technology changes since I last purchased Skis and the related equipment 17 years ago. The biggest investment one can make these days is in a good quality boot and after trying several on that Bryson recommended based on my style of skiing and my physical traits, we settled on a pair and I never once felt like he was trying to sell me something I didn't want. These folks are into snow sports themselves and really believe in their products and it truly comes across in how they talk about it and what they recommend. After getting the boots, the next step was skis and the bindings which went pretty quick and I was expecting to have to come back a few days later to pick up the skis....that's when Chris came into the picture and surprised me by having my skis binded and waxed within twenty minutes....talk about excellent service! The depth and breadth of their inventory is fantastic and the store is laid out wonderfully and is a delight to browse through. There were other staff members there that were attentive and cheerful even though they weren't serving me which added to my overall enjoyment of shopping here. Both Bryson and Chris have shown me just how great it is to be treated like a valued customer and I will certainly be continuing to support them with getting my skis tuned and waxed throughout the winter along with investing in some more purchases to be sure! If you're in the market for snow sports or even skateboards and in-line skates (a rarity these days!) and want to support a local business that knows their stuff and are a lot of fun to interact with, shop here, you'll be glad you did! read more

"Support your local ski shop". There's a reason why people say this. Yes, you might save a few bucks by shopping online, but you're going to miss out on the knowledge and expertise that Chris and the crew at A.S.S, which is worth much more than a few measly dollars. And as anyone who knows anything about skiing or boarding will tell you, the right gear that's properly fitted can mean the difference between a great day on the mountain and terrible one. read more

My first visit to Alpine Ski Shop (yay, local biz!) was with the intent of having my new snowboard and bindings adjusted to my preferences/stance. All you really need to know is that Trent and Mitch in the ski/board shop ROCK! I didn't even buy my board or bindings from Alpine, yet they did a very thorough dismount/remount of my bindings, switched them to goofy from regular stance, and made sure I was happy with the angles before they finished their work. They didn't try to "sell" me on anything, which was great, considering the board had just been tuned by its previous owner at a difference shop. And even though the guys knew I wasn't planning on making a purchase that day, they were really cool about helping me to try on several pairs of snowboard boots, again offering sage and helpful advice, as well as adding their own subjective opinions about the equipment, which was helpful! They also measured both of my feet, and had me try on different sizes and varieties of boots, asking all the right questions along the way. I can't wait to return to Alpine for one of their equipment swap events, and also for my future board servicing needs, and for new winter/board equipment down the road! Alpine has a really extensive selection of women's specific snowboard equipment, and it is set apart from the men's equipment, so there's no mixing it up. They have a great selection of bindings, boots, and decks from many high-end manufacturers, and they really don't carry any base-model or no-name junk, which is great! However, prices are still very fair. As for gear, I got lost for a long time drooling over their selection of coats, gloves, goggles, socks, and more. Really cute women's snow boots from Moon Boots and Sorel, too! No need for me to ever return to Ski Chalet; Alpine Ski Shop is more convenient, the staff friendlier, more attentive, and generally more knowledgeable and engaging. And now, a reminder from the 15-year-old snowboarder in me: don't forget to pick up your free ASS (Alpine Ski Shop) stickers! read more

Got my squash racquet strung here in 24 hours . Nice collection of tennis apparel and ski stuff . Helpful staff !! Glad to know they are so close read more

I can not believe this retail mecca has somehow slipped past me in the 5 years that I have lived in the metro DC area. Really? Me? The girl that used to pray for snow, when we offered up prayers in catholic school? The girl who would willingly use up every vacation day each year to take ski trips? I....me.... somehow missed this fantastic chalet inspired building loaded with colorful jackets, fat glossy skis and funky colorful helmets? I drive past this place a few times each month. Its a few hundred yards away from Wegmans, the best grocery store in the world.... and I managed to not even be aware of its existence? I'm slipping. Must be old age. Anyhow, I attended one of my snowboard meetup group happy hours earlier this week, and Chris, one of the store owners, happened to join our group to promote his store. I am very glad he did. I made a point of visiting my customers out in Leesburg the very next day, and back tracked right to his store to check out his selection of gear. A word to the wise: shop early. Especially if you are a size 6.5 and looking for snowboard boots. Chris was super helpful and full of information, but sadly he was out of my size in most brands. But he did have a larger inventory in mens ski boots when I brought my husband back on Saturday, and we scored a mac daddy set up for him. I think this is the first time the husb has cooler gear than I do. I'm very jealous!! Chris was extremely patient and was able to answer all of Sean's questions. He was honest, straight up, and threw in some of his dry sense of humor. Great sales person traits. Informative, to the point, and funny. After sizing Sean up, finding the proper boot options, explaining why he chose each boot for him, based on his height, weight and ability level, Chris molded the boot liners and had the bindings mounted on our new skis. Freshly waxed and adjusted for his weight, we are ready to head out to Jackson Hole in two weeks. I actually wouldn't mind breaking my skis out there. I need a good excuse to come back and shop for me! read more

Went in on a super busy day and was still helped fast. Fitted for ski boots, purchased them, and they heated the inserts to mold to my feet. Excellent service! read more

Thank you to Ryan for taking the time to trouble shoot and fine tune the most amazing pair of ski boots! After years of pain and circulation issues in my feet with high arches, I had completely given up hope of ever enjoying skiing again. Ryan took the time to find the right boot and make the necessary adjustments and didn't quit trying new approaches until I stood there in shock at the utter lack of discomfort! I can't wait to get back on the slopes - thank you, Ryan! read more

Location, location, location. This place has suffered in all three regards due to the recent upgrades to Rt. 28 and Waxpool/Church. All of the businesses on this corner have. Fortunately, you can see the Alpine Ski Shop from Church St. and stop by on impulse. While you're in there you might get decked out for a ski trip out west. They have a selection of ski jackets and pants that was larger than I expected for a store of its size. They had a large selection of caps (which I am always shopping for, because the perfect cap is hard to find). In the back they had a pretty large room for skis and boards. I didn't look at what they had in terms of hardware, I was just in there for some wax. At the counter the guy was super friendly and gave me not only a brief overview on applying wax to my board, he gave me a hunk of cork that was very useful in the process. I was really impressed at every facet of this store, but especially the friendly and helpful staff. Now, if they can just get a decent access road... read more

Love this store. Chris & Tyler always make sure you're taken care of, and they've never steered me wrong on a purchase. On more than one occasion I've gone out with some piece of gear based on their recommendation only to be complemented by someone else who knows their stuff. They're not necessarily the *cheapest* store in the area, but I'm more than willing to pay the extra for the expertise and one-on-one attention that goes with it. In my experience, they *always* take care of you. It takes a lot for me to have to go anywhere else. (and if inexpensive is super-important to you, this year they had a vendor sample sale and have swap-meet style sales every season.) read more

Was looking for a beginner tennis racket.. they were so helpful, knowledgeable, and unpretentious. Gave me so much good information and helped me pick a good (used) starter racket! Highly recommend this place. read more

I can't say enough great things about this ski shop. Having given up on Ski Chalet's horrible customer service, I learned about ASS from fellow Yelpers. I came here looking for a pair of ski boots. The boot fitter guys here are absolutely fantastic, and they took the time to properly measure me (unlike Ski Chalet, where they kept trying to get me to rent a pair of ladies boots and I'm a dude). After I purchased the boots, I noticed that the "sixth toe" of the boot was rubbing against my foot, so I brought it back and they re-adjusted the boot, no questions asked. I may have to take it back again but I don't anticipate any problems. Their prices are reasonable and comparable to the other big chains. And I much more prefer to give my cash to a local business than to Ski Chalet (which Iis owned by some wealthy Texas baron). There is one major downside to ASS: If you're coming from DC or Arlington, Alpine Ski Shop is in the middle of NOWHERE. It's located in the outer suburbs; on a good day no traffic it takes me 35-40 minutes to get there. During rush hour it once took me over an hour, plus I had to pay $5 on Dulles Toll Road to get there. I hope ASS will consider opening a more convenient location. Otherwise I'll still keep coming. Thanks, ASS! And don't forget to pick up your free ASS stickers! read more

I purchased a pair of Head Kore 99 from the crew at Alpine Ski Shop in Sterling. They know me well enough to know that I am very particular with my gear. These skis were not at all on my radar. However after some discussion with Chris and Casey it was clear they absolutely believed they were the right sticks for me. I'm here now on day 5 of my trip to Park City and the only thing not meeting my expectations are my legs. These skis are outstanding. They have me turning and burning stronger and faster than usual. They are stiff and strong enough to plow through deep crud, light enough to float in untracked snow and yes they still carve like a GS ski. They are certainly the new pride of my soon to be greatly reduced quiver! Thanks guys. Great job! read more

Last season I needed all new snowboard gear so i popped into this shop. They were able to help me pick out the board i needed, get all my gear together, make great suggestions, and Pat even fixed an old board i had stashed away for a while. Definitely the best skate/snow sports shop in Loudoun County possibly Va. Chris, Pat and the rest of the staff are the best!!! read more

Fantastic place to shop for skateboarding stuff. The staff is very knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. I came to buy my first skateboard there, and have been a return customer since. read more

The service and staff here is outstanding! Although I have not purchased any equipment from them my husband bought new Solomon boots - the time and care that went into helping him was above and beyond customer service. I don't remember who helped him, sorry. As far as the service that blew me away is helping my boots get comfortable again. Chris was great! It was a simple fix but again being very helpful and friendly also helps :) He gave me a call when new footbeds (since he figured that was the problem which it was) and when I picked them up someone else helped by putting them in heating them up and making sure everything was comfortable We recently bought skis at another ski shop and we were bummed we didn't buy them here just to give them more business. Check it out ... Thanks a million! read more

I have been stringing my racquets here for several years. Best combination of value, service, and knowledge. Always happy with the tension accuracy and maintenance. They work with customers to find a good fit among the many possibilities and tailor the job to player styles, preferences and also offer solid recommendations. Their knowledge of tennis and experience in the string market is often better than some of the tennis shops and club pro shops. Couldn't be more pleased. - Matt 4.5 player read more

We have been customers for over 10 years. Chris and his team are true experts and have an incredible inventory. They have always been patient outfitting our family with top notch equipment. The shop carries high quality Skis, Boards and Gear. You get what you pay for here. I highly recommend Alpine Ski Shop for all of your Skiing and Skating needs. read more

This place is awesome. Best customer service you'll find! Nothing better than skiing, skateboarding and snowboarding.

Great place! Super friendly staff, Pat is very knowledgeable on local ski areas, gear and snow equipment maintenance. Nice selection of boards and skis, especially for a small business East coast ski shop. Reasonable prices! We will return. read more

Oh my goodness. SO friendly and helpful! Just getting back into skating and needed a helmet so I don't die while I'm trying to not suck at shuvits. Pat was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about fit and how brands differ, and was able to help me find my dream helmet so I look hella cool AND safe. The store is massive. Tons of gear and merch. Boards, shoes, etc etc, everything you could possibly want. Roller skates. We love Alpine! We're not locals but we'll be back down! read more

Tonight I brought my 3 year old who is interested in skateboarding and has a Fisher Prince first skateboard. They were super encouraging and helped me upgrade his board so it would be more authentic. While doing that they helped me pick out my first skateboard. I'm in my mid 30s and never rode before. They gave me multiple options and weren't trying to just sell the most expensive one. Overall we both had a great experience and will be back for our upgrades. read more

Recently found this place out of the blue looking for snowboarding gear for my boyfriend and he gave an associate his budget for gear and they got right to it. Super nice fellow, took his time explaining everything to us, no rush kept asking us if we were in a hurry and we were not but he was very accommodating to us. And gave us everything we came for we got a board, bindings, and snow boots all in our budget. The atmosphere is really cool you see pictures and stickers and boards and skis everywhere. It's a very artistic place they have everything you need if you're going to a ski resort. We also came back a different day for gloves and I fell in love with crab grabs. They are so warm and cute. For a good price and defiantly will be coming back soon for more gear! read more

Just had a disturbing experience shopping at Alpine. We have supported them for quite a few years and as a family of five we've spent thousands of dollars there. Today I went into the Sterling store looking to buy a ski helmet. I asked one of their sales people for help. To make a long story shorter, he went through their various options with me in a friendly way. One helmet that I had expressed interest with was also available online at back country. I asked him if they would price match. He hesitated but said they would consider it. I then mentioned Back offers a 15% discount for first time buyers. He literally said, "buy it online" and walked away from me. I totally understand if they can't match online pricing and wouldn't expect them to if they don't need to. What got me was how incredibly rude he was to someone who has been a great customer. All he needed to say was, sorry but we won't be able to match that pricing. Not a very smart way to treat your valued customers. I always treat people with respect and expect the same in return. We will never buy from them again. read more

This is really a best of the best local gem. The staff is fantastic, they have a passion for snow sports and the knowledge to fit you with the correct gear. I kind of felt like I was shopping in Colorado but with people that didn't have the glazed over retail haze of a tourist spot. Prices are more then fair. I did a little google shopping comparison and this place was able to beat every price I found online, I was actually amazed. To be honest, even if they were close I wouldn't hesitate to support a local business after receiving the assistance and direction of the staff. They also sell discounted tickets, so don't hesitate to ask if they can hook you up before your next excursion. I've had several sets of ski's tuned and they were always perfect when I hit the slopes. This place is fantastic, don't pass it up! read more