Kit & Gear
What to bring, what to buy when you arrive, and how to look after your gear for a full season.
A Guide to Buying Second-Hand Ski Equipment
Where to actually find good gear, how to inspect it before you buy, and what to never buy used
Jul 2026
Buying Your First Ski or Snowboard Setup
What to buy, what to skip, how much to spend, and where the second-hand market saves you real money
Jul 2026
Avalanche Safety Basics for Ski Seasonaires
Not a complete course — but what you need to understand before going off-piste
Jul 2026
The Essential Apps for a Ski Season
The ones that are actually useful — and the ones most people download and never open again
Jul 2026
How to Get Ski Fit Before Your Season
You'll ski 80+ days. Your knees will know if you didn't prepare.
Jul 2026
Nordic Skiing During Your Ski Season
Why cross-country is the best bad-weather option — and how to pick it up in a season
Jul 2026
The Ski Layering System: What to Actually Wear on the Mountain
Base layer, mid layer, shell — and why getting this right changes your entire experience
Jul 2026
Ski Season Slang and Culture: A Glossary
The terms you'll need to know — on the mountain, in the chalet, and at the bar
Jul 2026
The Complete Ski Season Packing List
20 weeks, one bag — what to bring, what to leave at home, and what to buy when you arrive
Jul 2026
Travel Insurance for a Ski Season: What You Actually Need
Standard travel insurance won't cover you. Here's what will.
Jul 2026
Ski Touring for Beginners: A Seasonaire's Introduction
When the lifts close or the resort feels small, skins open a different mountain entirely
Jul 2026
What to Do If You Get Injured During a Ski Season
It happens. Here's how to handle it — medically, financially, and practically
Jul 2026