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Ski Trip Layers, Snow Goggles & Apres-Ski Gear I Pack Yearly
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items Our family ski trip is the highlight of every winter, and years of cold chairlifts taught me exactly what is worth packing. I put together the merino base layers and insulated jackets that keep us warm without sweating, the goggles, helmets, and glov...
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Merino Base Layers, Ski Socks & Insulated Jackets
Snow Goggles, Helmets & Warm Gloves
Apres-Ski Boots, Boot Dryers & Ski Travel Bags
Merino Base Layers, Ski Socks & Insulated Jackets
The warm, breathable layers that keep us comfortable from the first chair to the last run of the day.
The Smartwool Classic Thermal crew is the first layer I pull on every ski morning. The merino keeps me warm on windy chairlifts but never feels clammy after a long run. It does not hold odor, so I can wear it for a couple of days on the trip, and it ...
Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Crew
Icebreaker merino leggings go under my ski pants every day on the mountain. They are soft against my skin, stay warm even when I sweat, and never itch. I also wear them for winter hikes back home, so they get plenty of use outside of our yearly ski t...
Icebreaker Tech Merino Base Layer Leggings
Good ski socks make a huge difference, and these Smartwool ski socks are my favorite. The cushioning protects my shins in stiff boots, and the merino keeps my toes warm and dry. They stay up without bunching, and I pack a pair for each day of our tri...
Smartwool Ski Full Cushion Over-the-Calf Socks
The North Face ThermoBall jacket is my go-to insulated layer on the coldest ski days. It is warm but packs down small, so I stash it in my backpack for lunch breaks. It keeps its warmth even when damp, and I wear it around town after skiing too.
The North Face ThermoBall Quilted Jacket
The Patagonia Nano Puff is the jacket my partner has worn on every ski trip for years. It works as a midlayer under a shell on frigid days or alone on sunny spring runs. It is light, warm, and packs into its own pocket, which makes it perfect for tra...
Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket
The Arc'teryx Atom Hoodie is the most versatile layer I own for winter. It breathes well on the way up and keeps me warm on the ride back down the lift. The hood fits nicely under a helmet, and the stretchy side panels make it easy to move in when sk...
Arc'teryx Atom Hoodie
The Columbia Bugaboo Interchange jacket is a smart pick for anyone new to skiing. It comes with a waterproof shell and a zip in fleece liner, so you can wear them together or separately. It has plenty of pockets for a phone and lift pass, and it is a...
Columbia Men's Bugaboo Interchange Jacket
The Spyder Leader ski jacket is built for long days on the mountain. It is waterproof and insulated, with a powder skirt that keeps snow out when we get into the deep stuff. The fit allows room for layers underneath, and it looks sharp both on the sl...
Spyder Men's Leader Ski Jacket
Snow Goggles, Helmets & Warm Gloves
The goggles, helmets, gloves, and neck warmers we trust to keep us safe and comfortable on the slopes.
The Smith Squad MAG goggles made flat light days so much easier on the mountain. The lens sharpens up the snow contrast, and the magnetic lens swap means I can switch for sunny or cloudy weather in seconds. They fit great with my helmet and almost ne...
Smith Squad MAG Snow Goggles
The Oakley Flight Deck goggles give me such a wide field of view that I can see skiers coming from the side. The rimless design looks sleek, and the lens makes bumps and shadows in the snow easy to spot. They are comfortable all day and fit well over...
Oakley Flight Deck Snow Goggles
The Smith Vantage MIPS helmet gives me peace of mind on every run. It is light and comfortable, with adjustable vents so I can stay cool on sunny spring days and warm in a snowstorm. It pairs perfectly with my Smith goggles, so there is no gap on my ...
Smith Women's Vantage MIPS Snow Helmet
The Giro Ledge MIPS helmet is the reliable, affordable helmet I recommend to friends who are just getting into skiing. It fits snugly, has built in protection, and the padded liner stays warm on cold days. It is simple, safe, and it matches pretty mu...
Giro Ledge MIPS Snow Helmet
The Outdoor Research Arete gloves are really two gloves in one. The waterproof shell keeps snow out, and the fleece liner can be worn alone on mild days or while grabbing lunch. They are warm, dry quickly overnight, and have held up to many seasons o...
Outdoor Research Arete Modular Gore-Tex Gloves
The Burton Gore-Tex gloves keep my partner's hands warm and dry through a full day of riding. They are waterproof and insulated, but still flexible enough to adjust bindings and zippers. The long cuff seals nicely over a jacket sleeve so snow never s...
Burton Men's Gore-Tex Gloves
The North Face Montana ski gloves are warm, waterproof, and comfortable enough to wear all day. The touchscreen friendly fingertips mean I can check the trail map without freezing my hands. They are a great all around glove for anyone who skis a few ...
The North Face Men's Montana Ski Gloves
The Buff merino neck warmer is the smallest thing I pack and one of the most important. I pull it over my nose on freezing chairlift rides and push it down when I warm up. The merino wool breathes, stays warm when damp, and never smells after a full ...
Buff Merino Lightweight Neck Warmer
Apres-Ski Boots, Boot Dryers & Ski Travel Bags
Warm boots for the village, gear that dries overnight, and bags that make hauling skis to the mountain easier.
The UGG Adirondack boot is my favorite apres-ski boot for walking through the snowy village. It is waterproof, lined with cozy wool, and the grippy sole handles icy sidewalks. I slip them on as soon as I take off my ski boots, and my feet warm up rig...
UGG Women's Adirondack Boot III
The Sorel Caribou boots are the classic winter boot my partner wears on every ski trip. They are completely waterproof, and the thick felt liner keeps his feet warm on the coldest nights. He also wears them to shovel our driveway back home, and they ...
Sorel Men's Caribou Waterproof Winter Boots
The Moon Boot Icon is the fun apres-ski boot that always gets compliments in the lodge. It is light, warm, and easy to slip on and off after a long ski day. The retro look is a big hit with our teenagers, and it keeps their feet warm and dry in the s...
Moon Boot Icon Low Nylon Boot
The DryGuy Force dryer is the reason we start every ski morning with warm, dry boots and gloves. It blows warm air through wet gear overnight, and it has room for boots and gloves at once. It changed our trips completely, and we now use it all winter...
DryGuy Force Boot, Shoe and Glove Dryer
The Thule RoundTrip ski roller makes flying with skis so much easier. The padding protects our skis and poles, and the wheels roll smoothly through the airport. There is extra room for jackets, and it has survived several years of baggage handling wi...
Thule RoundTrip Ski Roller Bag
The Dakine boot bag keeps our ski boots, helmet, and gloves together in one place. It carries like a backpack, which frees up my hands for skis and poles in the parking lot. The separate compartments keep wet boots away from dry clothes, and it holds...
Dakine Boot Bag
The Stanley Classic bottle rides in our car on every ski trip, filled with hot cocoa or coffee. It keeps drinks steaming hot all day, so a warm cup is waiting for us at lunch. It is nearly indestructible and has been part of our family ski routine fo...
Stanley Classic Legendary Bottle