Viking Ski Shop
Address:
- Chicago: 3422 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
- Barrington: 131 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010
Store Hours:
Chicago Location Hours
Monday: 11:00 – 8:00pm
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 11:00 – 6:00pm
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm
Barrington Location Hours
Monday: 10:00am – 8:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am – 6;00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am -6:00pm
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00AM – 5:00pm
For over 50 years, Viking Ski Shop has been serving and supporting the ski community in the greater Chicago area, and beyond. Years ago, Blister founder, Jonathan Ellsworth, used to live minutes away from Viking’s Logan Square location, and to this day, when his friends in the Chicago area ask him where they should be going for ski and snowboard goods and services, his answer is always, “Viking.”
Brands
Viking has an expansive selection of skis, snowboards, cross-country skis, winter apparel, accessories, and more between their two locations.
Their alpine ski lineup features prominent brands including Armada, Atomic, Blizzard, Dynastar, Elan, Fischer, Head, Icelantic, K2, Kästle, Line, Nordica, Rossignol, Salomon, Stöckli, and Volkl, and their annual ski selection includes as many as 80 different models!
Viking also stocks alpine ski boots from Atomic, Dalbello, Fischer, Head, Lange, Nordica, Salomon, Tecnica, and more.
Snowboarders are also well catered to, with over 80 models available from brands such as Arbor, Burton, Capita, Gnu, Jones, K2, Lib Tech, Never Summer, Ride, Rossignol, Salomon, and Yes.
Round out your accessory and apparel needs for the winter by shopping from Viking’s extensive apparel, goggles, helmets, and ski accessory inventory.
Services
Viking’s 50+ year reputation is built upon its excellent service (complemented by its outstanding product selection and competitive prices). Since service is a centerpiece of their business, they work hard to offer the best when it comes to custom bootfitting, expert ski and snowboard tuning, and ensuring their knowledgeable staff is always there to help you out.
They run a robust custom bootfitting department at both locations, and their staff of trained bootfitters works with you to find the boot that works best for your foot and your skiing, and to get the fit as dialed as possible.
Viking builds custom insoles and offers the full spectrum of boot adjustments and repairs, as well as ski boot alignment and canting. All boots fitted by their trained staff come with a Two-Year Boot Fit Warranty.
Please note that appointments are required for all ski boot and snowboard boot purchases, ski boot adjustments or fittings, and rentals. Please call Viking at (773) 276-1222 (Chicago location), or (847) 381-1188 (Barrington location) to schedule an appointment today!
Viking has a staff of tuning experts capable of anything from a regular tune to a custom repair. They have an in-house Wintersteiger tuning machine and are well-equipped to perform hand finishing to ensure you get the tune that best fits your needs.
Ski Demos
Viking runs a robust ski and snowboard rental program at both locations. Their rental program is centered on expanding the sport, especially for juniors! Viking offers a seasonal lease program for juniors and daily ski and snowboard rentals for juniors and adults.
Rentals require appointments, so please call them to schedule an appointment.
Online Presence
Viking’s website features an overview of its services, products, and the history of the store. Check it out at vikingskishop.com.
Bottom Line
Viking has been a stronghold and a big part of the outdoor community in the Chicago area and beyond for over 50 years. While the industry has changed and evolved, Viking’s dedication to offering the best products, services, and prices in the greater Chicago area has remained the same.
Whether you live near Chicago or are just traveling through, we’re confident that our recommendation to stop by Viking Ski Shop will take great care of you.