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Due to the nature of winter sports and especially skiing, it goes without saying that proper ski clothing is an essential part of the overall package. In my ‘Beginners Ski Tips’ section I have already approached the subject of ski clothing with some basic guidelines.

I now want to go into the subject in more depth. In the ski clothing category, I will discuss all items of ski clothing that are both required and also helpful when spending your days in a cold mountain environment.

The weather, like anywhere, can vary enormously in the mountains and during the winter months you might experience anything from above zero temperatures in glorious sunshine to snowstorms in freezing temperatures. Last winter on skis I experienced every temperature >> Continue reading | 2 Comments

Under Armour have kindly sent me one of their new ColdGear Thermal Mock tops to try out and review.

The blurb on the website states that it features a double sided fabric that wicks moisture from the skin and circulates body heat. It keeps athletes warm without weighing them down and contains odour control.

If there is one single item that is essential for skiing, above all others, it is probably your ski jacket. This will also be the most expensive purchase you will make, although whilst other items like ski pants, thermals and ski goggles go back in the wardrobe after your skiing trip, a good ski jacket can be used all year round in the right kind of weather.

Your skiing jacket will be there to protect you from the elements and it’s crucial you choose wisely when making this purchase. The difference between a poor quality garment and a good quality one, in bad conditions, can make the

In previous posts, I have looked at the various items of essential ski clothing which is required for all conditions that are experienced in the mountains. These include thermal under layers, mid layers, ski gloves, ski hats and ski socks.

Probably the most important purchase you make when choosing garments for skiing is the outer layer. A skiing Jacket and Skiing pants combine to provide the first line of protection against the elements.

Whatever level of skier you are, your ski pants will need to offer a combination of features to ensure >> Continue reading