Following are details on many of the items we supply for hire or sale and are aimed particularly at the first time skier and parents of growing children.

SKI JACKET

This needs to be wind and snow proof, (but does not need to be waterproof) and not be excessively bulky. It should be close fitting at the cuffs and neck, where a high collar and a hood are an advantage.

SALOPETTES

These resemble padded dungarees and incorporate a bib at the front and back to protect the kidney area and ensure there is no gap at the bottom of the jacket.

ONE PIECE SKI SUIT

An expensive item of ski-wear, rarely worth buying for the one week ski trip. They are warmer than the jacket and salopettes, and ideal for cold conditions early in the New Year and at half term.

SNOWBOARDING PANTS

With reinforced knees and seat, elasticised waist and detachable braces.

WHAT TO WEAR UNDER JACKETS OR SUITS

100% Cotton polo-neck sweaters soak up perspiration and maintain a warm layer next to the skin. Instead of expensive thermal underwear use a pair of "long johns." Between the polo-neck and the jacket a sweatshirt or THIN woollen jumper is best. It is better to have several thin layers than one thick jumper.
Microfleeces are very comfortable and wick away perspiration and can be worn over cotton polo or instead of one.

SKI HAT

Most heat loss takes place through the head - so wear a hat! It must be capable of covering the ears, but after that the choice is yours.

GOGGLES / SUN GLASSES

Goggles are essential if it is snowing and to protect from the wind. Glasses are necessary to protect from the glare of the sun on the snow and should be UV400 rated. Goggles are often not sufficient in bright sunlight, and can result in "panda eyes". Ideally both should be taken.

SOCKS

A minimum of 40% wool is needed for warmth and sweat absorption. Tube (no heel) ones are best as they come well above the top of the ski boot.

NECK PILLOW

Inflatable pillow useful for coach travel.

MITTS / GLOVES

Mitts are recommended for youngsters as they are warmer because the fingers are in contact with each other. Gloves are preferred by older pupils as they give more feel. We only hire mitts but have sensibly priced Thinsulate gloves to buy which can be used again after the ski trip.

BUM BAG

This is useful for carrying suncreams, lunches and anything else you would prefer not to fall on !

ANKLE PROTECTORS

These protect against chafed ankles if the ski boots do not fit perfectly, which they do not always do. They can be hired or bought and used again with roller blades, hockey boots etc.

APRES SKI (MOON) BOOTS

Clumping around in ski boots after a day's skiing
is not fun, and not recommended for the disco! Our boots are warm and water resistant with non slip treads and washable warm fleece liners

SKI CLIPS

Essential for keeping skis together making them
much easier to carry and identify your own skis.

LIFT PASS HOLDER

Ensures the lift pass (probably the most valuable
item carried) is safe and immediately accessible.

SUNSCREEN / LIPSALVE

Sunburn from high altitude sun can be much worse than summer sunburn. This must be high altitude ski cream not leftovers from summer. For Easter
skiing,and for those who burn easily, Factor 30 should be taken.

NECKWARMER

Thermal fleece tube giving immediate warmth to neck. Often "borrowed" by Mum's after ski trip!

GLASS RETAINING CORD/STRAP

Adjustable cord holds glasses firmly on head and prevents them being lost when falling over.

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