The Ultimate Skiing Packing List

I've skied almost every year, for over ten years, and I absolutely love the sport. It's tradition for myself and my family to go away at Christmas, nothing quite beats waking up to snow on Christmas day! I love that it brings us all together, and it's something we all love to do. It's obviously cold, but even if it's minus temperatures or the sun is shining on the slopes, there's a few bits I'd recommend packing. So, without further ado, here is my Skiing Packing List! (ps. I've also included my video version of this at the end, so be sure to watch and learn more).

When it comes to ski wear, make sure it is thermal, breathable and soft. For a jacket and bottoms, they must be waterproof. Gloves should be insulated and breathable too. Great places to buy ski gear from are:

Stores (+ online) - Decathlon, M&S (for thermals), Sports Direct, Go Outdoors, TKMaxx, Ellis Brigham, Millets, Snow & Rock, Blacks, S'No Queen (for thermals), Mountain Warehouse, your local ski or outdoor centre/shop.

Favourite Brands - Salomon, Roxy, Spyder, North Face, Superdry, Topshop, Sweaty Betty.

SKI WEAR

Jacket
Salopettes
Thermal Tops (x3) - Base Layer (Long Sleeved)
Thermal Leggings (x2)
Fleece Jumper (x2) - Mid Layer
Ski Gloves
Scarf / Snood
Neck Warmer (Buff is a good brand)
Hat (I wear a Helmet, but take a bobble hat for when we stop/walk round town)
Ski Socks (x5) - Invest in long ones with support (avoid the thick tube ones!)
Sports Bras
Comfortable Underwear
Goggles

Additional: Boots, Skis, Helmet (if owned)

NORMAL WEAR

Jeans
Jumpers
T-Shirts
Evening Outfits
Leggings / Tights
Swimwear
Pjs
Comfortable Lounge Bottoms
Cotton 'Normal' Gloves
Underwear & Socks
Fluffy Bed Socks (cosy for after a day on the slopes)

SHOES

Slippers / Slip-On Shoes (for the Boot Room!)
Snow Boots / Trainers with Grip (for the snow)
'Normal' shoes for evenings in (Eg. Ballet flats, Uggs)
Flip flops (Spa/Pool if required)

GADGETS

Extension Lead
European Plug Socket
GoPro (amazing for skiing!) & Chest Mount
Headphones
Portable Phone Charger
Camera
Phone
Chargers
Memory Cards

TOILETRIES

Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Shampoo & Conditioner
Soap / Shower Gel
First Aid Kit
Ankle, wrist or knee supports (if needed)
Hand Warmers / Heat Packs
Face Suncream / Moisturiser with SPF
Make up & wipes
LIP BALM (with SPF)
Lemsip / Flu or Cough Medicine
Paracetamol / Ibuprofen
Hair bands (grips, clips, ties for braids to keep hair out of face when skiing)
Hair brush
Contact Lens / Glasses (if needed)
Deodorant
Aftershave / Perfume
Prescriptions

MISC

Reading Book
Pack of Cards
Rucksack (for travel and/or on the slopes)
Small bag (I take a clutch for inside hotel - phone, room key, camera, cards etc)
Sweets, Gum and/or Snacks (for inside jacket on the slopes)
Hair Dryer / Straighteners
Jewellery / Watch
Travel Pillow
Zip loc bags (for toiletries or snacks)
Notebook & Pen

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