Ski Trip

Later this week, Ashlee and I will have our bags packed and will join a couple of friends to ski Park City Mountain just outside of Salt Lake City, UT.  We skied the east coast the past few years at Snowshoe Mountain and are excited to be heading out west again.  I’ve found that I’m interested in what other people pack for a skip trip so I decided to reciprocate to help folks out with their upcoming trip.  I received inspiration for this post from Expert Vagabond’s instagram story where he shared his packing list for Lake Winnipeg.

Pack For A Ski Trip

Here are the items in my bag when I pack for a ski trip:

Helly Hansen Ski Jacket
North Face Softshell
Patagonia Down Jacket
Nike 1/2 Zip Shirt
Alternative Apparel T-Shirt
Filson Shirt
Marker Ski Pants
Under Armour Leggings
Bonobos Jeans
Bonobos Pants
Wigwam Socks
Wigwam Ski Socks
Barbour Beanie
Barbour Scarf
Anon Helmet
Marmot Gloves
Bonobos Belt
Smith Goggles
Helly Hansen Bag
Salomon Shoes
LL Bean Boots
Bathing Suit

Tops

Helly Hansen Double Diamond – I’ve had this jacket for 5+ years and it’s withheld every condition and temperature range I’ve thrown at it.  I like the interior pockets on both sides, the wind vents under the armpits allowing you to cool down and the velcro at the end of the sleeve preventing snow from getting into the jacket.

North Face Apex Bionic 2 – I do not use this jacket as much now that I have the Patagonia Jacket but it’s still performs exceptional.  I’ve found it works well in windy and rainy conditions and I like the minimalist look.

Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket – One of the newer additions to my cold weather arsenal.  The Patagonia Jacket is my favorite and one that I’ve worn the most in the past two years.  It’s warm and functional which are two keys that I look for in a jacket.

Nike Dri-Fit Element 1/2 Zip – I use this shirt as a base layer either by itself or with an Alternative Apparel T-Shirt underneath.  The Dri-Fit feature is not only great for skiing but performs well for long-distance running.

Alternative Apparel T-Shirt – I do not think this shirt would rank high in terms of performance for skiing but it does the job for me.  I use this shirt in the gym as well and the lightweight material makes it feel as if it’s Dri-Fit material.

Filson Alaskan Guide Shirt – I received my first Guide Shirt last year and this shirt is the epitome of warm.  I would not wear this shirt in temperatures above 50 degrees which makes it perfect to throw on after you’ve finishing your ski runs of the day.

Bottoms

Marker Hole Shot Pants – Of all the items in my packing list, I have had the Marker Pants the longest.  It’s hard for me to recommend them as I’m sure the technology has changed significantly since I purchased them in 2007.  If you’re looking for affordable, durable ski pants, the Markers have not let me down.

Under Armour Base Leggings – I originally bought these for long-distance running and have since used them as a base layer for skiing.  The flexibility of the leggings is why I recommend these for multi-purpose sports training.

Bonobos The Blue Jean – I became a Bonobos fan a couple of years ago and only have great things to say about their brand.  These jeans have held up well and are great to wear because of their flexibility.

Bonobos French Corders – The French Corders are my favorite and most comfortable pair of Bonobos pants that I own.  I wear them during the colder months due to the weight of the pants making them ideal for mountain weather.

Bathing Suit (Similar) – I purchased my first bathing suit a couple of years back.  I recommend the shorts because you can ball them up tightly which creates more room when packing.

Accessories

Wigwam Hiker Socks – I recently purchased these to wear with my boots and noticed the thickness works well for temps under 40 degrees.  The socks will be perfect for my Salomon Running Shoes and LL Bean Boots.

Wigwam Ski Socks – I can’t recommend these yet, as I haven’t skied with them, but the socks have nearly 900 reviews and 4.4 stars on Amazon.

Barbour Franklin Beanie (Similar) – The beanie has been great the past two winters including last year’s trip to Snowshoe Mountain.  The wool blocks the wind keeping your head warm.

Barbour Martingale Scarf (Similar) – The scarf, similar to the beanie, have been great additions to my winter gear.  The scarf is also made out of wool and works well in windy, cold conditions.

Anon Blitz Helmet – I purchased this helmet several years back after always renting.  The main issue I have with this helmet is the lack of comfort in the ear area.

Marmot Randonnee Gloves (Similar)- The gloves feature a Gore-Tex insert, Gauntlet Quickdraw, and Wrist Strap, all of which I recommend in a pair of gloves.

Bonobos Leather Belt – I received this belt a few months back and it’s been great for a casual look.

Smith Scope Goggles – I’ve had these goggles for 5+ years and they’ve performed well for their price point.  The goggles do fog after heavy use which is not ideal.

Helly Hansen Duffel Bag – I purchased this bag the same year I purchased the ski jacket.  I like how I can wear the duffel bag as a book bag and it’s treated as a personal item when flying.

Salomon Running Shoes – I’ve had these shoes for 10+ years and they still perform extremely well.  Running shoes in the snow are not ideal so these are my go-to running type of shoe.

LL Bean Boots – I have been an avid wearer of Bean Boots since 2003 and can’t recommend these boots enough.  Bean Boots are ideal for winter conditions because the grip on the bottom is what you want to prevent slipping.

Conclusion

Skiing since 2007 has helped me to know what not to pack and most importantly what to pack for a ski trip.  Hopefully seeing what works well for me will help you the next time you hit the slopes.  If you have recommendations or items that work well for you, please let me know in the comments or by sending me an email pointswithq@gmail.com.

I appreciate you reading!