What to bring Snowboarding
One regular question that pops up is "what should I wear snowbarding?". To answer this we have put the following guide together. When Snowboarding it's important that you bring the right equipment. Some things that you should have (from head to toe)::
- Helmet : Unless you have a hard head and want to test it, get a snowboard helmet.
- Goggles: To protect your eyes and to help visibility, a pair of goggles are recommended.
- Face Mask: On cold days it's recommended to bring something to keep your face warm.
- Water Proof Jacket: When ice melts you don't want to get wet, make sure you pick a good quality jacket.
- T-Shirt Layers: To keep in the heat wear layers when snowboarding.
- Snowboard Gloves: Gloves keep your hands protected, warm and dry. Some more expensive ones even include a much recommended wrist guard.
- Pants: Again like the jacket these should be comfortable and and water proof.
- Thick socks : to keep your feet warm and comfortable during a long day of snowboarding.
- Snowboard boots: Boots that are the right size and stiffness for you is important.
- Finally : Don't forget your snowboard !
What to wear Snowboarding
On the slopes your aim is to remain warm and dry, once you achieve this your day boarding will be more enjoyable. For upper body it's recommended to layer clothes, so wear 2 T-shirts rather than a jumper. Long sleeves are recommended as your lower arms can get cold if you wear short ones. For colder days a thermal top is also recommended. For the lower body, you can buy thermal under ware which will keep your legs (and bits) at a constant temperature through out the day. It is important to pick fabrics that breath, and will allow moisture to get away from your skin. Otherwise you will face the possibility of coming down from your days snowboarding like a soaked sponge.
What to wear at Apres Ski
We recommend that you wear the same clothes that you've worn during your days skiing. If you become too warm you can always remove your jacket and one of your layers of clothes. Apres Ski is not a black tie affair and it is supposed to be casual. Many people will even take part with their ski boots on, so don't worry.