ski wear?
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Anonymous
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I used to ski a ton when i was younger. Now I live in the south, and have a non-skiing husband who hates the snow, so 20-some years ago we got rid of all my ski stuff.
I have an upcoming work boondoggle event at a posh ski resort. So i basically need to start clothing from scratch. They're providing the "hard" gear, ie skis poles boots and helmet. I'm asking around friends for borrowing clothes, but having a hard time finding good options. So I'm also considering buying. Or buying used. I guess money doesn't matter, but i also don't like to throw away money. I was thinking this was a one time deal, but now that i think about it, i'm likely to get invited to at least one of these events a year. So maybe not the end of the world to buy a whole outfit. It's been 20 years since i was on a ski hill and have no idea what people wear anymore. Are we doing one piece or two piece? Can i just wear leggings or sweats under my ski pants, or do i need to invest in some long johns? I basically have ZERO cold weather gear at this point, but for a single pair of wool gloves, scarf and hat for the periodic business trip to NYC. If you had to start from scratch for a 3 day weekend of skiing, what do i need to get, and any suggestions for where I might buy stuff that's good options but doesn't break the bank? |
Anonymous
The North face ski pants in black Hot chilli tops as base layer of second layer any fleece you own Jackets stick with gortex rei orThe northface or Burton or 868 |
Anonymous
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That is so many words for a pretty basic question.
Agree on doing a base layer plus fleece and doing pants and a jacket -- no one who hasn't skied in 20 years should be doing a one-piece. It's also just not practical for a work event since you will be mixing skiing and socializing -- I would not expect to be spending 10 hours a day on the slopes at a work event, especially if you haven't skied in a bit. I'd get everything in black or another dark color. |
Anonymous
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Where are you going? The past few times I've been skiing in February or March, in Colorado and New Mexico, it hasn't been cold enough to need tons of layers.
Leggings or thin under armour type base layer under ski pants. Any brand is fine. I don't see a lot of people in one piece coveralls. Thin under armour type base layer on top with MAYBE a 2nd thin hoodie or long sleeve tshirt. I usually bring my super warm water resistant ski mittens and also a pair of not as warm (but still water resistant) ski gloves in case the mittens are too hot. Get a neck gaiter. And even if it's warm-ish, I do prefer warm Smartwool (or something similar) ski or snowboard socks. |
Anonymous
| Ebay is good for this. |
Anonymous
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I wear a matching Helly Hansen parka and pants. Their gear is really good. north face and under armour suck.
base layer, basic workout clothes, leggings and a short sleeve shirt (think athleta) A long sleeve Patagonia quarter zip or other warm long sleeve base layer. Good ski socks (MUST) Ski Gloves Balaclava for under the helmet and to keep your face warm ski goggles UGGs for to and from the lift Done. You already have the base layer if you work out. and you will reuse the ski coat and pants. I've been walking the dog in mine all week. |
Anonymous
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Where do you live? Sun and Ski in Falls Church or Alpine in Fairfax have some good sales right now. I got a pair of ski pants (basic black) and a jacket recently. Both Spyder.
Get good gloves and socks. Otherwise, I have helmet, goggles and neck warmer than I can pull over my face if it is windy. I went this weekend in the cold and wore leggings, long sleeve lullulemon tight top and sweatshirt. I had hand warmers and was fine in the cold/wind. |
Anonymous
| Any recommendations for good ski gloves that I can buy online? |
Anonymous
I needed emergency ski glove purchase a few weeks ago to outfit family for skiing. I ordered every pair that i could get overnight on amazon for my young adult kids that were not super expensive. 4 pairs - all black, all between 17 and 30 bucks. They were all absolutely fine for a week of skiing in very cold temperatures. They each took a pair that fit best and had a great time. They did use hot hand inserts on the coldest days. Don't like to use amazon and don't like throw away purchases but in a pinch, it worked out fine. |
Anonymous
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Here are recommendations for goggles (which can be very expensive, these are relatively reasonable) and balaclavas (my entire family including me wears and loves).
My ski clinic instructor is currently wearing the Goodr goggles so they must be pretty good! I’m seeing both of these items a lot on mountains out west and on the east coast this season. https://goodr.com/products/lifties-delight https://blackstrap.com/products/hood-balaclava-prints |
Anonymous
just get basic black ski pants (can be cheap at lands end or costco) and wear layers for the top. Fleece is good. I'd also get some goggles and good wool socks. |