Ski Clothing Advice Thread

Hi all,

This was going to be an apres-ski clothing thread but really the advice Im after is regarding all ski wear, what is needed, and what features each item should have.

Ive managed to pick a nice matching jacket + salopettes (quicksilver) that has most of the ski-features i think needed such as wrist straps, ski-skirt, good pockets etc

Then what about....

Gloves: long wrist part, wrist strap, durable palm, reinforced finger tips?

Goggles: no idea.

Then also, what do you wear in the evening? Hiking boots I guess, but what about trousers? A second pair of salopettes or what do you wear to stay warm? I presume a 2nd jacket is a good idea, which doesnt need to have ski-features.

I think I have covered some of this breifly in my other thread, but any advice on items of clothing to consider purchasing (eg thermal jumpers, tshirts, trousers, SOCKS!!!) would be appreciated, and like Ive said what features to look out for in these things.

Thanks,

Sami

What do you wear in Glasgow at night? Wear the exact same. Works for me be it trainers or whatever else.

Usually just trainers/smart shoes depending on where going, jeans/trousers, tshirt/shirt, jumper and jacket.

You lot get changed? :shock:

That wastes valuable ski or apres ski time!!!!

Seriously this only happens once a holiday when I struggle home at 4am complete with snowboard and associated parafinalia. Normally it's like RossF says )

Spot on.

You only need the same stuff as you'd wear on a cold night out in the UK.

BUT - if you feet are in those boots as comfy as slippers (board boots) then just stay out in them as snaffle a few beers before anyone else get out.

I agree. Take casual clothing that you'd wear at home on a cold night, layer up so you can get down to a T shirt in those hot and sweaty bars. Leave your ski gear at home after the apres ski, and unlike Tino take a break between apres and after dinner drinks, unless you are German, Dutch or an alcoholic. Or a Scottish boarder living in Germany.
I tend to take 2 pairs of jeans, as they end up getting wet and ultimately dirty around the bottom, 3 or 4 T shirts and sweat shirts or thin fleeces, and then wear your ski jacket for dodging between bars. Thermals are a good idea for skiing, but not for apres, as the bars will be warm and welcoming. Like I said, layer up and you will be fine. I tend to wear Converse or a pair of Merrell walking shoes for around the town at night, so something similar and relaxed will do, but always take a smart pair of shoes and shirt in case theres the odd smarter event to attend, or a fussy club or something. TBH you wear what you want when skiing.

As for goggles, dont scrimp on cheap ones, but dont spend a fortune either. I am not an expert, but for first timers I recommend orange lenses, as the likes of you and I cant afford and dont really need interchangable lenses. Go for anti fog lenses though.

Gloves - get some good quality ones with leather palms and waterproof and breathable material - TK maxx is a good place to look for most things. Again, get a reasonable pair, dont buy the cheapest but dont spend silly money either, it just isnt good value.

Do get a couple of hats to wear on the slopes - one thicker and warm one with a fleecy lining, that will cover your ears on those colder days, and another you can wear on alternatrive days as they will get damp from sweat and moisture. Women tend to like the headbands.

AND dont forget lip balm and some high factor sun cream. Boots were selling the Piz Buin factor 15 or 30 mountain creme for your face, as you WILL need to keep your face moisturised.

Top tip - get a small rucksack thats light to wear and wont bother you, and always carry a couple of bottles of water, a mars bar and your mobile phone.

Enjoy.

Tony_H wrote:and some high factor sun cream. Boots were selling the Piz Buin factor 15 or 30 mountain creme for your face, as you WILL need to keep your face moisturised.

Enjoy.

don't underestimate: I've got quite dark skin and very rarely burn on a summer holiday. Even with factor 30 or 40 I burn in the mountains. Definitely go for at least 30

Interesting. I dont have particularly dark skin, and usually use factor 15, and I never burn. My face does go a little red from the wind and sun, but no burning. However, factor 30 is probably the safer option.

I also dont wear as much make up as Caron )

I have fairly dark skin, and I rarely bother. Mind I do tan easily.