Ski/Snowboard

Equipment — Ski/Snowboard

Essential gear guides and recommendations.

Base kit for any outing

  • Proper backpack (20–35 L) with rain cover
  • Layers: base, insulation and waterproof shell
  • Water (1.5–2 L) and energy food
  • First aid kit and emergency blanket
  • Headlamp with spare batteries
  • Charged phone, power bank and offline map
  • Sun protection: hat, glasses and sunscreen

Activity specific

  • Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe — and training
  • Helmet, goggles and back protector
  • Skins and crampons for touring
  • Warm layers, spare gloves and beanie
  • Wax, multitool and repair tape

Activity