What to pack for the snow

What to pack for a ski trip? These ski checklists cover thermal layers, gear and the paperwork for a week in the mountains. Copy a ski packing list, adjust it to your days and to whether you are renting gear, and share it with whoever is going with you.

Essential ski gear

Ski trip lists from the community

There are no public ski trip lists yet. Copy the checklist above, make it yours and publish it — it will be the first.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to go skiing?

Waterproof jacket and trousers, a thermal base layer, a fleece, ski socks, gloves, a helmet and goggles, plus your lift pass and documents. Copy this ski list and drop whatever you are renting there.

What clothes do I need for the snow?

The three-layer system: thermal next to the skin, fleece in the middle, waterproof on the outside. Avoid cotton — it soaks and chills you. The list breaks it down piece by piece.

What to pack for a ski holiday?

Your ski gear, warm clothes for the resort, comfy clothes for the hotel, shoes with grippy soles and your documents. If you are driving, snow chains and a scraper.

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