If you're a die-hard skier, mountain biker or climber, chances are you have your own equipment. But if you've come for a weekend to try out one of these sports and more, there are lots of places where you can rent the necessary equipment among Tahoe shops.
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10075 Jibboom Street, Truckee, CA
Sure, you can buy a bottle of wine from a grocery store chain or at expensive and pretentious wine bars. Better is discovering that little out-of-the-way place with character, a broad selection and staff happy to help wine novices and connoisseurs alike. The Pour House in Truckee is that place. The Pour House curates an extensive wine selection from across the globe and also sells beer and nonalcoholic beverages. There's a small, intimate bar at the back of the shop and another space that includes a cheese case and wine cooler along with bar seating, plenty of standing room and a small porch that seats four or more. Stop by for a glass of wine or beer or for one of their tasting events. The Pour House offers a 10% discount on all cases of wine and offers personalized gift baskets.
Sure, you can buy a bottle of wine from a grocery store chain or at expensive and pretentious wine bars. Better is discovering that little out-of-the-way place with character, a broad selection and staff happy to help wine novices and connoisseurs alike. The Pour House in Truckee is that place. The Pour House curates an extensive wine selection from across the globe and also sells...read more
Sure, you can buy a bottle of wine from a grocery store chain or at...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
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The Village at Palisades Tahoe
If you are looking for a new pair of ski boots, this is a local favorite for custom ski-boot fitting. It's excellently located to take advantage of the proximity of the lifts. The boot fitters at Surefoot are trained in the latest and greatest to make your ski boots fit at their most comfortable. Having its own unique boot-fitting system, Surefoot guarantees the best fit and best performance, a nice thing to have when boot pain exists. In addition to custom fitting ski boots, Surefoot also custom fits boot liners and insoles. It offers Nordica, Lange, Tecnica, Full Tilt, Salomon, Dalbello and other ski boots as well as other gear such as helmets, gloves, goggles, boot heaters and ski socks. The shop also does boot repairs. If you're in the Village at Palisades Tahoe in slow season, check out the store for excellent early season discounts.
If you are looking for a new pair of ski boots, this is a local favorite for custom ski-boot fitting. It's excellently located to take advantage of the proximity of the lifts. The boot fitters at Surefoot are trained in the latest and greatest to make your ski boots fit at their most comfortable. Having its own unique boot-fitting system, Surefoot guarantees the best fit...read more
If you are looking for a new pair of ski boots, this is a local...read more
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For young and old alike, a vacation wouldn’t be complete without some sort of fresh, homemade confectionary goodness. Sweets Handmade Candies in Downtown Truckee has made fudge, truffles, caramel apples and other sweet and gooey goodies since 1995. With employees at its big copper vat often stirring away on a fresh batch of fudge in the front window, it’s difficult to pass by the store....read more
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Swigard's True Value Hardware is a one-stop-shop for anything that has to do with home concerns, automobile necessities and home furnishings. A true hardware store in every sense of the word, Swigard's also brings in the aspect of the local's touch. When shopping here you meet longtime Tahoe locals who truly care about your home, and with their kind demeanor its evident they care about...read more
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Tahoe Bike & Ski Company is a year-round outdoor-fun outfitter. In summer they handle rentals of single and double surreys as well as sales and rentals of manual and electric bikes. They also offer other outdoor fun items for sale, such as kites. When the snow sports roll around, Tahoe Bike & Ski has basic and demo ski packages as well as cross-country and snowboard...read more
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Tahoe Bike Company is a full-service source for bikes in South Lake Tahoe, offering an entire rental spectrum including electric, family (surrey), kids, cruisers, comfort/hybrid and road bikes and trailers or seats for children and pets. Tahoe Bike Company not only rents the exact bike for your cycling needs, but also sells bikes and a variety of kites. In the winter the shop transitions into...read more
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The Bottle Shop has been an institution in South Lake Tahoe for decades, having opened in 1958, seven years before the city even became a city. This liquor store, which is within walking distance of Heavenly Village, specializes in domestic and craft beers including a large selection of local beers. This is also the place to locate that hard-to-find whiskey or bourbon. Plenty of bottles of...read more
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Tahoe Central Market in Kings Beach isn’t a big place but it’s packed full of wholesome goodness. Mornings you can stop in for a coffee, tea, bagel, breakfast sandwich or baked goods. At the juice bar they blend up smoothies, tonics, wheat grass and fresh organic juices. Come lunchtime the deli turns out gourmet sandwiches made with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses on Truckee Sourdough...read more
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Tahoe City Chocolates is a one-stop shop for gourmet sweets. The choices in chocolates are handmade and from both near and far, coming from as far away as Europe. There are also other sweets to tantalize, like ice cream, fudge and hard candies. Additionally, you can find tasty sugary items — giant lollipops, tequila truffles and jelly beans in hundreds of flavors. read more
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The Tahoe City Farmers Market, located directly on the shores of Lake Tahoe in the Commons Beach parking lot, is a fun place to discover the variety of fresh produce available in Northern California. Operating from mid-May through mid-October on Thursday mornings from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., vendors sell fruit, vegetables, flowers, eggs, nuts, honey, bread and meats. Artisans are also part of the event: from...read more
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Through their retail location in Tahoe City and rental beach-side location at Commons Beach, Tahoe City Kayak offers everything you could need if you desire to go kayaking or standup paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe. Ready to outfit you from head to toe with new gear or rentals, Tahoe City Kayak prides itself on being the trusted North Tahoe source on all things kayak (in a...read more
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Tahoe City Marina is a collection of stores and the longest-standing marina on Lake Tahoe. Beginning its days in the 1940s, the marina is not only a historical aspect to Tahoe City, but also one of the largest marinas on the lake itself. In addition to shopping, the marina is also home to Moe's BBQ, a delightful restaurant serving tasty BBQ fare. Assisting with all...read more
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If you are new to the Tahoe City area, stop by Tahoe City Visitors Information Center. Specific to the Tahoe City and West Shore areas, the center focuses on the many things you can do, see and learn about the area and is a place where you can purchase keepsakes made by locals. Always ready to give you updated deals and services, the Tahoe Visitors...read more
