Thermal Underwear
Outside - a jacket or overalls. And underneath? Of course, thermal underwear. Its main purpose is not to retain heat, but to wick moisture away from the body. The best thermal underwear is not made from wool, which can be itchy and even cause allergies, nor from cotton, which becomes wet on the body. It is made from modern synthetic materials specially developed for winter sports. But the best manufacturers remember that thermal underwear is still not just underwear! The jacket is taken off not only in the hotel room but also in a café, on the terrace of a bar on the mountain slope. You can sunbathe or have lunch in thermal clothing. In Norway and Finland, people wear it to discos and parties. Some of the most beautiful models this season are offered by Helly Hansen. The designers of this company never forget about fashion!
Boots
One of the best boots for this season has been prepared by Atomic. For amateurs, the RACE-TECH CS 140 model is intended: aggressive and responsive, quite soft, with enough internal volume for a full day of active skiing, for breaks on the bar terrace, and even for the disco.
CS 130 is usually chosen by professional skiers: they are recognized as the best boots of the World Cup. This year's model features a more friendly last and stiffness. Atomic also presents other models among this season's novelties. All are made using the latest I-flex technology. These are very comfortable boots with the highest technical characteristics.
Goggles
UVEX makes goggle frames from materials that provide flexibility at low temperatures and high strength. Supersonic series ski goggles are compatible with any helmet. They are equipped with Supravision anti-fog protection. They have double spherical Lite Mirror lenses. Apache models feature a new high-tech design and Climazone ventilation system. And goggles with double Lite Mirror lenses can fold!
Skis
Several respected companies produce skis. One of the popular brands is ELAN. This season, the company offers several novelties. For example, the Magfire 14 skis are designed for experts who get maximum enjoyment from high-speed skiing on any snow and in different conditions. The surface area and the use of WaveFlex technology provide floatation in off-piste skiing, and the highest torsional rigidity ensures stability on prepared slopes. ELAN skis use several modern technologies. The Fusion system helps make clean, smooth turns with minimal effort. And the wavy WaveFlex profile is designed for executing long and short turns.
Gloves
To keep hands from getting cold and sweaty, you need to buy professional sports gloves. The best ones are very durable and waterproof. They should be high with gauntlets, with Kevlar inserts on the fingers. Preferably also with rigid inserts that protect the hand from fractures. Waterproof gloves are made with a lining of membrane fabric. The best membrane is made by Gore-Tex. For such a chic and functional item, it's worth paying $40-60.