What is the "NEW Model SKI Test Drive Order Event" for the Alpen Group "Members Only"?

The Alpen Group is gaining popularity among enthusiastic skiers thanks to its extensive selection of winter items and a variety of member-only services. The distinctive feature of the ski test ride event held by Alpen is that you can immediately try out the new model, then have customer service and business negotiations with an expert advisor, and then purchase products at special prices. It is being held in various locations again this year, and I took part in a test drive event held at Shirakaba 2-in-1 Ski Resort on Monday, March 15th, so let me report on it.

How to buy for advanced users

The venue was Shirakaba 2-in-1 Ski Resort in Nagano Prefecture. It is close to the metropolitan area and is well-known for its good snow quality and high rate of sunny weather.

Despite the early morning slopes being quiet, the event space next to the Rest House was unusually high in the density of skiers and a quiet heat. Skiers gathered to try out the new model skis as soon as possible.

This is because the Alpine test drive event will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, for members only. Skiers are very serious about not missing out on the opportunity to buy at a special price. Matsumoto, ski expert advisor at the Alpen Suwa Inter store, which was organised this time, says that advanced models are rarely available in stores these days, and popular models may sometimes sell out in April. It seems that advanced users are buying carefully, rather than in the snow, and then make a reservation immediately.

Perfect teamwork

The alpine staff immediately set up the setting as soon as the skiers choose the board and send out a loud voice. The rotation of the site was so fast that it seemed like how many cars could be carried by one person, and it seemed like it would not be easy to request a survey, which was the purpose of this interview. There was no unnecessary conversation between the skiers and the manufacturer staff, and they responded accurately to what they asked, and remained silently maintained the test drive aircraft. It was the first time I saw them even tune up Edge at a test drive event.

Compared to freeride, basic ski test rides are rational and can be done without any conversation or choice. He calmly hones his skills while interacting with tools and fighting against himself. Matsumoto compared the test drive event to a match, but the flow was to have a rough idea of ​​the morning as the qualifying round, and at lunchtime they shared information with their teammates to settle the game, and the afternoon match was decided.

The Alpine test drive event was well-managed, and the booth where manufacturer staff were unable to come to the site was covered by Alpine employees. When I asked each manufacturer to cooperate with interviews, I felt that there was a cooperative system between the shop and the manufacturer, saying, "It's no problem because I'm here to support Alpen." He was also shrewd in security measures, and managed entry and exit using barcode scans to prevent theft and trouble.

Aside from skiing, there are plenty of things to do

At the Alpine test drive event, there are venues where not only boards but also boards and accessories are displayed. A corner of the second floor of the Rest House is like a shop, and there are also changing rooms. You can try out all the things you've been interested in.

Pros won't give up

Sleet snow fell in the afternoon and the conditions were in harsh conditions, but the test drive speed of the enthusiastic skiers did not slow down, and the staff continued to support the best choice until the last rental time was just before the last time they were renting out, saying, "I think this will be the last one, but is this one okay?"

During the interviews on site all day, Mizuhara from Alpen Outdoors Flagship Store Shinjuku, who was particularly polite in response to the reporting, received a comment.

The Alpine test drive event will be held for a long period of two months at various ski resorts, so you can compare rides on the same board under different conditions. This is a special opportunity to try it out and buy it at a special price even before the early ordering event. Members can receive services including individual counseling and bonus points for free, so be sure to come to the test drive event! We are also looking forward to seeing you at Alpen Outdoors Flagship Store Shinjuku!

Even after the test drives on the snow were over, the game was still on. This time, the business meeting will be held indoors by the "ski expert advisors" from all Alpine stores. *Some venues may be outdoors. From impressions on the board to private conversations, the ski conversation was particularly lively.

Users return home with satisfaction, and staff use feedback to improve the test drive event. I was very impressed by the professionals' serious work.

The strengths of the Alpen Group

Alpen currently operates three stores: "Winter Stores" that stock everything from classic to popular products, and "Winter Expert Stores" and "Burton Stores" that feature advisors with specialized knowledge and processing skills.

Among these, the Winter Expert Store is a store where expert advisors are on-site.
A product lineup and advisors are available to suit the regional characteristics of powder and parks, and you can receive various processing services, as well as a wide range of products, including top and limited models, as well as popular brands and popular products.
Our advisors not only test drive all skis and snowboards sold at Sports Depot and Alpen, but also test drives them to check the actual feel of the skis, allowing you to provide accurate advice tailored to your needs.

Future test drive information

After this, three test drive orders are scheduled to be held at two venues in Nagano and Hokkaido until the second half of April. You can purchase it at a special price, and you will receive an opportunity to receive Alpine Points. Be sure to try it out once.

[Information]

Alpen Co., Ltd.

Official website
of Alpen Marunouchi Tower, 2-9-40 Marunouchi, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0002 https://store.alpen-group.jp/corporate/

Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort
2021-1
, Tachishina-cho, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 384-2309
Official website: https://whitebirch.co.jp/shirakaba2in1/