Ski and snowboard theft at resorts is rising. RecVIN gives your gear a permanent digital identity that anyone can scan with a smartphone — making stolen boards unsellable and lost gear recoverable.
Snowboard and ski theft is rising at resorts nationwide. Hundreds of boards sit unattended in open racks while owners eat lunch — and a thief in ski gear looks like everyone else.
RecVIN uses passive NFC — the same tech in contactless lift passes. No batteries, no charging, no app.
Clean the topsheet and apply the RecVIN sticker between the bindings or near the nose. Waterproof and cold-rated for mountain conditions, season after season.
Use the activation code to register at recvin.com. Add your board details — brand, model, size, year — plus contact info and photos. Works for snowboards, skis, and split boards.
Anyone can tap your board with their phone. Ski patrol, lodge staff, pawn shops, or a fellow rider at the rack. Stolen boards are flagged instantly.
Most thefts happen at lodge racks during lunch. A RecVIN tag means a thief can't resell your board — any buyer can tap it and see it's registered to you. Pair with a cable lock for physical and digital protection.
Not every "stolen" board is actually stolen — sometimes someone grabs the wrong one. A quick tap confirms you're picking up the right gear, preventing the awkward mistaken-identity situation.
Filing a claim for a stolen $800 snowboard? RecVIN gives you timestamped registration, photos, and equipment details — exactly what insurance adjusters need.
Selling your board? RecVIN registration proves it's yours and not stolen. Buyers pay more for verified gear — think of it as a clean title for your snowboard.
Most serial numbers are on the topsheet near bindings or along the edge near the tail. Some brands use stickers between bindings. Numbers wear off over time — RecVIN provides a permanent, scannable digital ID that never fades.
More common than most expect. Breckenridge reported 21 thefts in two months. One in ten winter sports visitors have experienced theft per Ipsos survey data. Theft spikes during holiday weeks and powder days when racks are packed.
They're complementary. A cable lock deters opportunistic theft but can be cut. RecVIN provides permanent digital ID that makes boards traceable and harder to resell. Use both for maximum protection.
Absolutely. NFC works reliably in extreme cold, snow, and wet conditions. The tag is waterproof, UV-resistant, and temperature-rated well below any mountain conditions. Signal passes through snow, ice, and bindings.
Yes. RecVIN works on snowboards, skis, split boards, and any snow equipment. Apply a tag to each ski's topsheet. Register multiple items under one account and manage from your dashboard.
Protect your snowboard or skis in minutes with RecVIN's permanent NFC identification.