Demo Day March 7, 2026: Try Before You Buy

Test the Best. Then Decide. Join us for our Annual Demo Day and spend time on the hill with skis and boards chosen for how they truly ride.

Shepherd & Schaller stocks the most in-demand on-snow gear, and has again invited our vendors to share next-year’s models with you. Talk with brand reps, test as many styles as you like. PRE-REGISTER HERE by selecting RESERVE to save time at check-in on event day.

  • $10 Demo Fee – donated to local youth ski programs
  • Adult-size gear only
  • *Demo Day Tag required
  • All registrations must be signed by adult, parent or guardian – no exceptions

In partnership with Granite Peak Ski Area, this event promises a day filled with exploration and excitement. To participate, check-in at Sundance Chalet.

Demo equipment will be available from hill opening until 3 pm, giving you ample time to find your perfect fit. Please remember that all equipment must be returned by 3 pm. To ensure that everyone gets a chance to experience the latest ski innovations we encourage testing another style after a lap or two. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to test new 26/27 adult-sized skis and snowboards and support our local ski community at the same time.

*You will be provided with a Demo Day Tag listing your key measurments. It allows brand reps to set bindings quickly and correctly at each tent, so you can focus on the snow, not the paperwork.

Try Before You Buy at Demo Day

Photo: Granite Peak Ski Area

Test a wide variety of new skis for the upcoming 2025/2026 ski season and preorder at a deep discount. Our annual Demo Day is March 1, 2025. Join us as we welcome several of our brand vendors showcasing the latest gear.


In partnership with our friends from Granite Peak Ski Area, this event promises a day filled with exploration and excitement. To participate, simply register at the registration desk located in Sundance. The cost to join in on the fun is a $10 donation, with all proceeds going towards supporting the Granite Peak Ski Team.

Demo equipment will be available from the opening until 3 pm, giving you ample time to find your perfect fit. Please remember that all equipment must be returned by 3 pm to ensure that everyone gets a chance to experience the latest ski innovations. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to test out top-of-the-line adult-sized gear and support our local ski community at the same time.

Confirmed Attendees:

K2
Head
Volkl
Rossignol
Dynastar
Atomic
Salomon
Nidecker
A few more are anticipated.

Ski Demo Day is March 2 in Wausau

Our 2024 Ski Demo is where you can try before you buy

Granite Peak Ski Area

and Shepherd and Schaller host Wausau’s annual consumer Demo

Feel the difference! Try new skis, as many as you like. Before you buy! Demo Day at Granite Peak features Shepherd and Schaller vendors new skis and snowboards for the 2024 / 2025 ski season.

  • Register in Sundance Chalet  
  • Cost to participate is a $10 donation that goes to the Granite Peak Ski Team
  • Demo is available from 9am to 3pm, when all equipment must be returned
  • Demo gear is sized for adults, no race gear is available

Try as many new skis and boards as you can! Return them to the vendor booth in the Village by 3pm.

Then, pre-order from Shep’s for next season at a deep discount.

Buy your Granite Peak lift ticket here