Every autumn dozens of industry reps from resorts, properties and more descend on Ski.com headquarters in Aspen, Colo. to update us on what’s new for the coming season. We sat down to chat with Tapio from Rent Skis, which offers gear rentals in Aspen, Breckenridge, Heavenly, Keystone, Northstar, Park City, Telluride and Vail. Here’s what Tapio had to share:

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Q&A with Tapio from Rent Skis

Q: What’s new at Rent Skis for 2015-16?
A: We now offer same-day reservations, and skiers can rent, return and exchange gear from any of our Rent Skis locations in California, Colorado and Utah.

Q: What makes your Rent Skis stand out from other options?
A: We have a rock-solid performance guarantee, and we are a 100 percent owned and operated network.

Q: Why do you think guests return year after year to Rent Skis?
A: Ease of convenience, satisfaction guarantee and slopeside locations. Also, we remember our past guests.

Q: What’s the No. 1 reason Rent Skis partners with Ski.com year in and year out?
A: Ski.com is the best partner in the industry, and has the largest ski travel network.

Q: If possible, do you know how many years Rent Skis has worked with Ski.com?
A: The last 16 years or so.