About Black Dog Sports
Black Dog Sports sits near the top of the Killington Access Road in the Mountain Green Resort complex, within walking distance of the Snowshed Base Lodge. Owner Dave Manning has run the shop since 1995 and is widely regarded as one of the best ski tuners in the northeast — his client list includes world-class athletes such as Duncan Adams, Henrik Harlaut, and Jackie Kling. That race-level tuning expertise trickles down to every rental and demo ski that leaves the shop, giving recreational skiers an edge they would not get from a typical resort rental counter.
Rental packages cover standard skis, superior skis, snowboards, skiblades, and snowshoes at some of the most competitive daily rates on the Access Road. Black Dog also maintains one of the better demo fleets in the area, and their proximity to Snowshed means you can swap demos mid-day without losing much ski time. All tuning is done by hand in-house — Manning's philosophy favours old-school stone-grinding and edge work over fully automated machines, though the shop does keep a Wintersteiger on hand when volume demands it.
The location inside Mountain Green Resort makes Black Dog Sports especially convenient for guests staying in the condo complex or at nearby lodges along East Mountain Road. The shop's no-frills approach keeps overhead low and prices honest, which is why it has built a loyal following among budget-conscious families and repeat Killington visitors. Whether you need a quick overnight tune before a powder day or a full rental package at a fair price, Black Dog delivers dependable service just steps from the lifts.
