Shopping in Sandy City

The 2012 PGA Utah Golf Pass offers golfers discounted tee times and deals at more than 70 courses throughout the state. By paying the cart fee, pass-wielders enjoy free rounds at seven of the state's premier golf venues, including the red rock-framed fairways of Sand Hollow and the mountainside greens of Birch Creek Golf Course. At dozens of other courses, players enjoy VIP bargains such as percentages off tee times, buy-one, get-one-free deals on greens fees, special discounts for junior golfers, and free admission for infant sand wedges.

Pass holders also receive discounts on range balls, regripping services, and golf merchandise at certain locations. Check the website for a comprehensive list of discounts, all of which remain valid until the end of 2012 or the golf-cart union goes on strike.

Frustrated with the ill-fitting choices at department stores and the time-consuming work of online shopping, Brittney Hanks decided to take swimsuits into her own hands. Seeing the tasteful results of her sewing, friends and family cajoled her into crafting hundreds of suits that fit and flatter the female form. Brittney's suits were so popular that she was eventually forced to outsource the work and focus on designing suits that fit every body type. She specializes in tankinis and one-piece suits of armor; her nylon-spandex creations contain waist-defining ruching, fashionable high-waisted and boy-short bottoms, and a variety of skirts that show off assets without baring too much skin.

Gleaming bicycles stand behind floor-to-ceiling display windows at Salt Cycles, formerly known as Staats Bike Shop. The store stocks rides from brands such as Yeti, Pivot, Felt, GT, Ellsworth and more that are suited for all terrains, speeds, and space-time continuums. You can also load up on gear such as jerseys, helmets, and electrolyte drinks inside the spacious storefront. To keep your two-wheeler in shape, feel free to take it in to Salt Cycles's expert mechanics, who can lubricate chains, adjust hubs, clean drivetrains, and maintain other vital parts.

After living in Utah for a decade, Gary and Jana Cole fell in love with the mountains, inspiring them to open their namesake store in 1982 as a means of helping others enjoy the region's snowy slopes and rugged trails. At four locations throughout Park City, alpine adventurers can rent or buy name-brand skis and snowboards to replace their trusty but outdated cafeteria trays, gear up with fashionable and practical snow-sport apparel from brands such as Kjus and Bogner, or bring in worn-out equipment for expert repairs.

In the summer, Cole Sport helps athletes return to the outdoors after a fear of yetis kept them cooped up inside all winter. Cyclists test out models from a fleet of Giant road, mountain, and cruise bikes at the Giant Bicycles concept store, and aquatic athletes can find Surftech stand-up paddleboards to help them explore Utah's natural lakes and in-ground pools.

Though the business still bears his mother's name, today it's Marty's son, Chip, who preaches the good news of outdoor and extreme sports at Marty's Ski and Board Shop. Like every lynx born on the side of a mountain, Chip has a natural love of skiiing and snowboarding, and he pours his three decades of outdoor experience into his work. Under his guidance, the crew at Marty's equips athletes with technology and gear from brands including Arbor, Rossignol, Dynastar, and Armata to blaze frozen trails and otherwise explore the great outdoors. In addition to its slew of retail skis and boards, winter-sports clothing, and biking apparel, the staff sharpens skis and tunes-up bicycles to keep shredders shredding and cyclists from becoming accidental unicyclists.

Beyond the 110-year-old Victorian house's rustic green awning, mountains of eclectic home decor and gifts include unique furniture pieces. In addition to goods from renowned brands including Minky Couture, Stonewall Kitchen, Caldrea, Sprout Watches, and Voluspa, the shop boasts sundry locally made wares. A homey feel pervades the shop, as old-fashioned clocks adorn the walls and a cozy kitchen showcases Vietri tableware. Racks of handbags and scarves dangle over accent-furniture pieces and home décor, and glass display cases safeguard Trollbead gold and silver jewelry and glass beads. Teeming with books, games, and stuffed animals, the vibrant kiddie corner distracts child shoppers from playing keep away with decorative lamps.