Ideas to shop around
Directions rather than one particular thing, for when you’d rather choose. Some come with a few that fit.
Goggles and helmets
Clear vision and a good fit make for better days on the mountain. Check head size and helmet fit before buying.
3 that fit · about $99 – $295
Smith Squad Goggles with ChromaPop Lensabout $99.99 · amazon.com
Giro Ratio MIPS Snow Helmetabout $99 · amazon.com
Smith Vantage 2 Helmetabout $295 · amazon.com
Gloves and warmth
Cold hands end a ski day early. These keep fingers and necks warm.
3 that fit · about $24.25 – $149.95
Black Diamond Mercury Mittsabout $149.95 · amazon.com
HotHands Hand Warmers, 40 Pairsabout $24.25 · amazon.com
Buff Lightweight Merino Neck Gaiterabout $32 · amazon.com
Ski socks and base layers
Thin, warm layers that wick moisture and keep the cold out.
4 that fit · about $30.95 – $125
Smartwool Ski Targeted Cushion Over the Calf Socksabout $32 · amazon.com
Darn Tough RFL Ultra Lightweight Ski and Snowboard Socksabout $30.95 · amazon.com
Icebreaker 175 Everyday Long Sleeve Crewabout $95 · amazon.com
Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Bottomabout $125 · amazon.com
Bags and packs
Carry boots, layers and snacks to the lift and back to the car.
3 that fit · about $73.35 – $124.95
Dakine Boot Backpack 50Labout $73.35 · amazon.com
Dakine Heli Pack 12L Ski and Snowboard Backpackabout $93.71 · amazon.com
Osprey Glade Ski and Snowboard Hydration Backpackabout $124.95 · amazon.com
Snow day extras
Small, useful add ons for a day at Mt Baker or any other mountain.
4 that fit · about $8.77 – $35.90
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+about $8.77 · amazon.com
DryGuy Travel Dry DX Boot Dryerabout $35.90 · amazon.com
Hydro Flask Insulated Water Bottleabout $35.49 · amazon.com
Ski Goggles Pass Holderabout $9.59 · amazon.com
Funny Ski Shirts and Snowboard Hats
Wearable ski humor: shirts for the slopes and a silly shark helmet cover for laughs. Low risk for any skier.
4 that fit · about $14.99 – $20.99
Procrastiskiing Funny Skiing T-Shirtabout $19.99 · amazon.com
Never Underestimate an Old Guy on Skis Funny Skiing T-Shirtabout $19.99 · amazon.com
Funny Skiing Definition Apparel T-Shirtabout $20.99 · amazon.com
Shark Ski Helmet Coverabout $14.99 · amazon.com
Ski Mugs and Mountain Cabin Decor
Mugs and cozy decor for the after ski mood. Gifts that work for skiers and snowboarders alike.
4 that fit · about $7.99 – $16.99
Vintage Lake Tahoe Retro Skis Ceramic Mug (11 oz)about $16.99 · amazon.com
Panvola I'm Difficult Ski Mug (11 oz)about $12.97 · amazon.com
Skiing Definition Wooden Box Sign Desk Decorabout $7.99 · amazon.com
Kurt Adler Ski Lift Hanging Ornamentabout $11.33 · amazon.com