I will make sure to read the entire thing! Thank you!Good for you! Note that sometimes you can get a deal on demo skis but can be a little harder during early season. But never hurts to ask.
Have you found this thread with tips about handling a demo day? Feel free to ask questions that come to mind.
https://www.theskidiva.com/forums/index.php?threads/how-to-approach-a-demo-day.23624/
What is the situation for boots?
I bought my ski boots last week! I never realized how uncomfortable and ill fitting renters boots were until I started trying on new boots. I got the Atomic Hawx 85 Ultra. I went to a couple of stores and tried a total of 6 different boots. I was unsure if any of them fit right until I put these on. They were the only ones that felt just right and I was pretty confident in my purchase.
I was so excited that when I got home I put them on and just sat at my desk wearing them for an hour!