{"id":5242,"date":"2025-11-28T10:25:40","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T09:25:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/?page_id=5242"},"modified":"2026-02-11T10:27:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T09:27:15","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5242","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"composer":[{"acf_fc_layout":"colonne","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"boxed","background":"","id_row":"","classe_row":"","singola_colonna":[{"testo_colonna":"<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Onlyski FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h1>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Welcome to Onlyski, your reference point for ski, snowboard and equipment rental in Valle d\u2019Aosta.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here you\u2019ll find answers to the most common questions about storage, rentals, bookings, and services.<\/span><\/p>"}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"all","background":"","height":62},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordions","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"boxed","background":"","id_row":"","classe_row":"","accordion_element":[{"accordion_title":"Do you have a ski storage?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we have a ski storage located on the basement floor of the Express Rental.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It consists of lockers for 2, 4, or 8 pairs of skis. Lockers are accessible through the rental shop during opening hours. Alternatively, you can access it through the Monte Rosa residence (next to the butcher shop) via a secondary door, open from 6:00 to 22:00.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you have storage on the slopes?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, at the Les Suches rental, on the slopes, you\u2019ll find lockers for 2 or 4 people, easily reachable via cable car. Opening hours match those of the rental: 9:00 \u2013 16:30.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I book a locker?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can reserve a locker for ski storage only together with your equipment booking by selecting the \u201clocker delivery\u201d option. The locker will be reserved for the full rental period, but payment must be made in the shop.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I leave my equipment in the shop overnight?","accordion_text":"Yes, you can leave your equipment in the shop overnight by using the paid ski storage service. The lockers are secure and heated, ideal for storing your equipment and personal belongings.\r\n\r\nIf you have not booked a locker (paid service), you will have to store your skis directly at your accommodation until the end of the rental period.","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I book skipasses or lessons online?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you an't book skipass or ski lessons, Only Ski provides rental services only.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you offer half-day rentals?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we have half-day rentals but only in the afternoon. You can't book half-day online but you can ask in the shop.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The half-day starts at 12:30, with equipment pickup available from 12:00.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"By what time must the equipment be returned?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipment must be returned possibly by 18:00 on the last rental day, or by 10:00 the following morning with no extra charge.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Is the ski helmet included?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, the ski helmet is not included and must be rented separately.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important: from November 2025 helmets are mandatory for everyone.<\/span><\/i>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I change equipment if I have problems?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can change equipment during your rental period you may replace certain items, even across categories.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upgrading to a higher category requires paying the price difference; downgrades do not receive refunds.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I try different models during the rental period?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. In addition to changes for necessity (size, skill level, comfort), \u201cpleasure changes\u201d of models are allowed: the first change within the same category is for free, from the second change onwards, the daily rate restarts from the base tariff.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I switch from skis to snowboard (or vice versa)?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may switch once at no extra cost, except for any price differences between categories.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you use both types for one or more days or switch more than once, the second item will be charged as an extra rental with a 30% discount.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must also keep both items with you.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The same applies between skis\/snowboard and ski touring or freeride equipment.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I return equipment to a different rental location?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, equipment must be returned to the same location where it was picked up.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you offer home delivery?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, we do not offer home delivery.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, delivery to hotels is available if the accommodation allows it.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Are ski poles included?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, poles are always included with ski rentals.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you rent boots only or poles only, the poles must be paid for.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you sell clothing or equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our rentals offer a small selection of helmets, goggles, socks and poles.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For full ski clothing, we sell in our Only Ski Shop (close to Only Ski Express), where you\u2019ll find a wide range of technical apparel and accessories.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you rent ski clothing?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we rent ski clothing but only at Only Ski Shop in La Thuile.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Is it better to book in advance?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we always recommend booking in advance, especially on weekends and during peak season.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk-in rentals are still available on site.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Where are your rental locations?","accordion_text":"Our locations are:\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>Only Ski Express \u2013 La Thuile<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, close to the lifts and main services.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>Only Ski Planibel \u2013 La Thuile<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, inside the TH Resort \u2013 Planibel complex.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>Only Ski 2200 \u2013 Les Suches<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, at altitude, next to the gondola arrival and Lo Ratrak restaurant.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>Morgex<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a strategic location for La Thuile, Courmayeur and Pila.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you have a ski repair workshop?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes! Our main workshop is in La Thuile, next to the Planibel Rental, equipped with professional machinery and specialist technicians.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morgex also offers maintenance and repair services for skis, snowboards and ski touring gear.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"What are your opening hours?","accordion_text":"Our locations opening hours are:\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>La Thuile (Express and\u00a0 Planibel): <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8:30 \u2013 18:00 (continuous hours)<\/span><\/b>\r\n\r\n- <b>La Thuile Workshop<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8:30 \u2013 18:00 (continuous hours)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>Morgex:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 8:30\u201312:30 \/ 14:30\u201318:30<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><b>Les Suches:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9:00 \u2013 16:30 (depending on lift operations)<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you rent cross-country ski equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, we do not rent cross-country gear.<\/span>\r\n\r\nYou can rent directly to the Arly and Arpy\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0cross-country center.","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you rent ski touring equipment and splitboards?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we rent rent ski touring equipment and splitboards, available at Express and Morgex.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you rent avalanche kits and airbag backpacks?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we offer for rent avalanche kits (shovel, transceiver, probe) and a limited number of airbag backpacks.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend requesting them in advance by email: onlyski@lathuile.it.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The booking is valid only after confirmation.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I book freeride or ski touring gear?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, by selecting the Platinum category and specifying your preferences for freeride or ski tuoring in the notes (e.g. \u201cFreeride ski, ideally 110 mm underfoot\u201d; \u201cSki touring equipment needed\u201d).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you need boots as well, select the Platinum Set.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I book a splitboard?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can rent splitboard\u00a0 but bookings for equipment like splitboard, snowshoes and some special accessories need to be managed via e-mail: onlyski@lathuile.it.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you sell used skis?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we don't sell new skis but used ones, mainly at the end of the season.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For available models, contact our La Thuile or Morgex locations.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Do you offer seasonal rentals?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we offer a limited number of seasonal rental packages.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Requests must be made between April and September of the previous season, for both new and used equipment, for adults and children.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I book at the last minute?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It's not possible to book at the last minute, bookings must be made at least 24 hours before the first rental day, through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/shop\/\">online shop<\/a>, with all our rental products, the online payment system and booking confirmation with collection information.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I book just a half-day?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, the minimum bookable duration is one full day. you can rent for just the afternoon asking directly in our shops<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Which information is required for booking?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the booking of each participant are requested: full name, age, weight, height, skill level and shoe size.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If using your own boots, specify the shell length in mm in the notes, so we can pre-adjust the bindings.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is usually found on the boot heel near the mondo point size (e.g. 260 MP \u2013 305 mm).<\/span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"How does the online booking work?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can book directly from the \u201cBook Online\u201d section of our website.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose between in-store pickup (Express, Les Suches or Morgex), locker delivery (Only Ski Express), or hotel delivery.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To complete the booking, adjustment data is required for each person: name, weight, height, age, shoe size and experience level.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"I have a discount code. Where do I enter it?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the cart page, at the end of selecting your equipment, you\u2019ll find a field dedicated to discount codes.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Which dates should I enter?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter the first and last day of equipment use.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be careful not to confuse them with the arrival and departure dates of your stay\u2014they may not match.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"When can I pick up the booked equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can pick up your booked equipment between 17:00 and 18:00 on the day before the rental starts.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"I\u2019m entitled to a hotel discount. How do I get it?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must select \u201chotel delivery\u201d during booking: the discount is applied automatically and the equipment is delivered to your hotel.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"If I booked without selecting hotel delivery, can I have the discount later?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, the discount for \"hotel delivery\" cannot be applied afterwards if not selected during booking.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"If I choose hotel delivery, where and when will I find the equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipment will be delivered after 17:00 on the day before your rental starts.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the hotel has personal lockers, your equipment will be placed there; otherwise, it will be left in the ski room.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every item will be labeled with your name.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"If I stay at TH \u2013 Planibel, where will I find my equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you selected hotel delivery and are staying at TH \u2013 Planibel, your equipment will <\/span><b>not<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> be in the hotel ski room. You must pick it up at our Only Ski Express location.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I leave the equipment in the hotel at the end of my stay?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, if you booked the delivery service online.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you didn\u2019t select this option during booking, you must return the equipment to the shop.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"If I booked shop pickup, can I try the equipment first and then have it delivered to the hotel?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, if \"hotel delivery\" was not booked in advance, you must bring the equipment to the hotel yourself.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"How do I choose the most suitable equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unsure about your level or the equipment, check the \u201cWhat type of skier are you?\u201d section (link).<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I try the equipment?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Once on site, you can try the equipment and change it if necessary\u2014regardless of pickup method (shop, locker or hotel delivery).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this may take some time, so providing accurate information during booking helps minimize changes.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"If I chose hotel delivery and need to change equipment, will the replacement be delivered to the hotel?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, changes must be made directly in the shop.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must bring the equipment to be replaced and, once changed, take the new items back to the hotel yourself.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For boot changes, remember to bring your skis so we can adjust the bindings correctly.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"I have my own boots and want hotel delivery for the skis. What should I do?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must indicate the shell length (in millimeters) in the Notes section.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without this information, delivery cannot be made.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Where can I find the boot shell length?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most models the shell lenght is printed on the heel, near the mondo point size (e.g. 27.5 MP \u2013 315 mm).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be careful not to confuse the mondo point (size) with the shell length in mm.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I reserve a specific model?","accordion_text":"No, it\u2019s not possible to choose a specific model, but you can write your preferences in the notes section and we\u2019ll do our best to accommodate you.","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Will the equipment I receive be the same as the one shown in the photos?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, images are for illustration only.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"I haven\u2019t received the booking confirmation.","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don't receive booking confirmation, the payment likely did not go through. Check your PayPal account; if the amount was charged, contact us at onlyski@lathuile.it.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Which payment methods do you accept?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payment is processed through PayPal.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can check out as a guest using a credit card, or\u2014if you have a PayPal account\u2014pay via balance, credit card, or bank account.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"I can\u2019t complete the online booking.","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can't complete the online booking, try closing the website and starting over; this usually resolves the issue.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If not, try another device or browser.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"Can I modify or cancel my booking?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking cancellations:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Up to 7 days before: full refund minus 5% PayPal fees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Between 6 days and 24 hours before: 50% refund or full-value voucher<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For modifications, please contact us via email.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"In which cases do I not receive a refund?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If cancellation is not communicated at least 24 hours in advance, no refund is issued, but a voucher will be provided.<\/span>","accordion_link":""},{"accordion_title":"How is the refund processed?","accordion_text":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refunds are issued to the same payment method used during booking.<\/span>","accordion_link":""}]}]},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5242","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5242"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5242\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6510,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5242\/revisions\/6510"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlyski.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5242"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}