From Mike Doyle,
Your Guide to Skiing.
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The following is a list of the gear, equipment, and clothing you will need for your day on the ski slopes. If it's your first ski trip, rent skis and boots. There is no point in investing in expensive equipment until you are sure this is the sport for you.

Do make sure that you have appropriate clothes, that will keep you both warm and dry.

Skiing Checklist

Equipment / Gear:

• Ski Boots
• Ski Boot Bag (optional)
• Duffel Bag (for your gear)
• Goggles (consider over-the-glasses goggles if you wear eyeglasses)
• Helmet
• Skis
• Ski Carrier (optional)
• Ski Poles
• Ski Bag (optional)
• Ski Lock
• Sunglasses
• Walkie Talkies (optional)

Ski Clothing:

• Gloves or Mittens (two pairs, in case one gets wet)
• Long Underwear (shirt and pants), preferably moisture wicking, which brings moisture away from the skin
• Turtleneck
• Sweater or fleece
• Ski Socks (ski socks or fleece sock), plus an extra pair
• Ski Pants (insulated and waterproof) - Men's Ski Pants - Women's Ski Pants
• Ski Jacket (insulated and waterproof) - Men's Ski Jackets - Women's Ski Jackets
• Neck Gaiter (to keep your neck warm)
• Hat, Headband or Helmet Liner

Tip: If you dress in layers, you can always remove a layer if you get hot. It's harder to add layers after the fact, especially when you're cold.

Accessories:

• Hand / Foot Warmers
• Lip Balm
• Sunscreen / Windblock