A good ski jacket controls wetness, wind and body heat. After suffering in cheap borrowed jackets, the author's gift jacket transformed her skiing. Modern jackets offer membranes, vents, powder skirts and helmet-compatible hoods - choose by fit and how you ski.
Snow bibs provide superior coverage and snow protection for skiing, snowmobiling, and winter play. Focus on fit, waterproof membranes, taped seams, gaiters, and ventilation when choosing a pair.
Choose snow pants that match your activity and layering style: shells for versatility, insulated pants for warmth. Prioritize waterproof-breathable membranes, taped seams, gaiters, and the right fit for mobility.
A practical guide to buying ski bibs: choose adjustable suspenders, waterproof-breathable fabrics with taped seams, boot gaiters, vents and secure pockets. Decide between insulated or shell bibs and check fit with your layers.
A personal account of learning to ski with the wrong jacket, then discovering how a technical ski jacket - breathable membrane, sealed seams, vents, and practical pockets - transformed comfort and enjoyment on the slopes.
A concise 2025 guide to ski hats: styles (beanies, trapper hats, balaclavas, gaiters), modern materials (merino, fleece, recycled synthetics), helmet compatibility, and practical fit and care tips.
Updated guide to women's ski pants: understand hard-shell, insulated, and softshell options, key features like gaiters and scuff guards, and practical fit tips for 2025.
Choose a ski jacket that balances waterproofing, breathability, and mobility. Key features include membrane/DWR protection, suitable insulation (down or synthetic), helmet-compatible hoods, and snow-specific details like powder skirts. Try jackets with the layers you'll use, check current specs and sustainability claims, and follow care instructions to extend performance.
Modern snowboard clothing focuses on a layering system, waterproof/breathable shells, seam sealing, and practical features like powder skirts and pit zips. Choose ratings and insulation based on activity level and local conditions.
A practical 2025 update on snowboarding clothes: use a three-layer system, prioritize a waterproof breathable jacket and pants, choose mittens or gloves by warmth vs dexterity, and add helmet and goggles for safety.
Practical guidance for modern snowboard apparel: layering basics, key jacket and pant features, mittens vs gloves, headwear, and sustainability trends.
A concise guide to modern snowboard clothing: layering, key features (waterproofing, breathability, fit), essential accessories, and buying tips to stay warm and dry on the slopes.
Updated guide to picking a snowboarding jacket in 2025: fit, materials, insulation, and modern features like pit zips, powder skirts, and sustainability choices.
A ski parka is a hooded, insulated jacket designed to protect skiers from cold, wind, and snow. Modern parkas pair breathable waterproof fabrics with down or synthetic insulation, helmet-compatible hoods, vents, and snow-management features.
Use a three-layer system - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid layer, and a breathable waterproof shell - and avoid cotton to stay warm and dry while skiing.
Modern women's snowboard pants combine waterproofing, breathability, and movement-friendly features. Choose insulated pants for cold days or shells for layering; look for articulated construction, reinforced zones, vents, and sustainable materials.
GORE-TEX uses a porous ePTFE membrane laminated to fabric to create waterproof, breathable linings in boots. Seamed tape, a DWR outer, and protective backers complete the system.