The Concern About Ski Storage

Skiers invest heavily in their gear, so it’s natural to wonder: can a wall rack damage skis over time? Poorly designed racks sometimes do. Wooden slot racks and narrow hooks often press on a single point, which can warp ski profiles, chip edges, or scratch bases.

This has led some skiers to question whether the Gravity Grabber ski rack—a wall-mounted storage system with spring-loaded arms—could also put too much pressure on skis.

The answer: No, Gravity Grabber does not damage skis. In fact, it’s designed to avoid the very problems other racks can cause.

Why Gravity Grabber Is Safe for Skis

1. Wide, Padded Surface Contact
   Instead of resting skis on a thin slot or hook, Gravity Grabber grips across a broad, padded surface. This spreads pressure evenly, preventing dents, scratches, or compressed camber.

2. Custom Placement Along the Ski
   With Gravity Grabber, you’re not forced to dangle skis by the tip. You can secure them anywhere along their length—even near the bindings, where skis are structurally strongest. This flexibility gives you control over how and where skis are supported.

3. Gentle but Secure Grip
   The spring-loaded arms hold skis firmly without squeezing too tightly. Your skis stay in place, but the grip isn’t strong enough to crush materials or deform the profile.

4. Elevation Off the Floor
   By keeping skis upright and off the garage floor, Gravity Grabber prevents water, dirt, or road salt from damaging edges or bindings.

Comparing Gravity Grabber to Other Ski Racks

• Wooden Slot Racks

  • Pros: Sturdy, traditional.

  • Cons: Narrow slots concentrate pressure on small areas, sometimes warping skis.

• Metal Hooks

  • Pros: Cheap and simple.

  • Cons: Hard edges scratch skis, and without padding, they’re not designed for delicate equipment.

• Freestanding Floor Racks

  • Pros: Portable and can hold multiple skis.

  • Cons: Take up valuable floor space and don’t always prevent skis from knocking into each other.

• Gravity Grabber

  • Pros: Wall-mounted, padded, wide contact surface, versatile for multiple types of gear.

  • Cons: Not lockable (for indoor storage only).

When it comes to safe, long-term storage, Gravity Grabber addresses the shortcomings of older rack styles.

Beyond Skis: Year-Round Use

The safety features that make Gravity Grabber ideal for skis also apply to other gear. Snowboards, paddles, lacrosse sticks, fishing rods, and yard tools all benefit from its wide, padded grip. This makes it a true multi-season wall rack rather than a single-purpose ski holder.

Conclusion

The fear that ski racks may damage skis is valid—many traditional options do put undue stress on equipment. But the Gravity Grabber ski rack is specifically engineered to avoid those issues. By distributing weight across a wide, padded surface and allowing flexible placement, it keeps skis safe, upright, and ready for your next run.

Instead of worrying about pressure points or warped profiles, you can store your skis confidently—and even use the same rack for other gear all year long.

Related FAQs: Does Gravity Grabber Damage Skis?

Q: Can Gravity Grabber warp the rocker or camber of skis?
A: No. Its wide arms spread pressure evenly, and you can place skis near the bindings where they’re built to handle the most stress.

Q: How is Gravity Grabber safer than wooden ski racks?
A: Wooden racks usually hold skis in narrow slots, which can create damaging pressure points. Gravity Grabber grips across a large, padded surface.

Q: Can I store snowboards in Gravity Grabber without damage?
A: Yes. The design works just as well for snowboards, keeping them secure without pressure points.

Q: What if I’m still worried about pressure on skis?
A: You can pair Gravity Grabber with a bump bar, which protects walls from ski tails and adds stability when skis are stored closer to the bindings.