What to wear while you are skiing

The only thing when you are on the mountain skiing is to fight cold, wind, and harsh conditions when temperatures are below zeros.

The early morning skiing is the best of the day, not enough people on the slopes, and sometimes you will be the first one who cuts the groom.

At that time, you feel that you are on the top of the world and slopes are made just for you.

Here you start to realize how to be comfy and warmth.

• Wearing too many layers doesn’t do the job since you are always on the move!
• Wearing non-breathable layers is not a good idea.
• Wearing fabrics or material cotton-based is the worst thing.

Let me describe to you what is the best combination that you should wear for maximum warm, protection and performance.

The Base Layer

Base layers are usually thermals or other thin, insulating materials that do a good job of wicking sweat and keeping temperature up and your body heat as close to your skin as possible.

The Middle Layer

The mid-layer is a solid fleece in a common choice, with options varying from thinner fleece for milder conditions to thicker ones for sub-zero temps, the job of the mid layer is to provide insulation and trap as much heat as possible.

The Outerwear Layer

The outer layer. This is often the most “technical” of layers to wear when skiing because its main role is to battle the thing that makes skiing so fun: water.

The outer layer, namely your jacket and pants/bibs, are your protective layers. They are worn over your base layer and mid-layer. They act as the first line of defense against wind, rain, snow, and even tree branches.

The Insulated Ski Jackets/pants are your ultimate choice.

An insulated ski jacket is the warmest on the list as it has a layer of down or synthetic insulation built into the outer shell. This insulated lining works to trap body heat, so you don’t have to worry about adding your layers.

Hood, snow skirt, pockets, and zippers are all things to consider when choosing a jacket. Your needs will be different depending on what kind of skiing you do. For example, you’ll need more ventilation for ski touring and a more waterproof jacket for powder skiing.

What is the difference between a ski jacket and a winter jacket?

A “normal” coat, or a winter coat, is only designed for warmth, whereas a ski jacket is built for durability, water and wind resistance, breathability, and warmth. Skiing and snowboarding are the equivalents of exercising all day at 25mph in the snow, where temperatures hover around freezing.

Should ski jackets be tight or loose?

Your ski jacket should fit comfortably (not too tight, nor too loose), enabling you to move freely.

Trapped air is what provides warmth, so it shouldn’t feel too tight. Think about what layers you’re going to wear underneath. If you run cold, keep in mind that you may want space for a Mid-Layer.