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Ski Equipment

By Mike Doyle, About.com Guide to Skiing

Having the proper ski equipment is essential for skiers of all levels. Here's information on how to choose, rent, and buy ski equipment including skis, boots, poles, helmets, goggles, clothing, equipment, and all the skiing accessories you'll need for a day on the slopes.

  1. Gear Guides
  2. Skis
  3. Ski Boots
  4. Goggles
  5. Ski Helmets
  1. Ski Clothing
  2. Ski Accessories
  3. Maintain Ski Equipment
  4. Ski Equipment Rental

Gear Guides

Selecting and buying ski equipment and ski clothing, including what to buy, where to buy it, and how to get the best deals.

Skis

How to choose a pair of skis, where to buy skis, top ski manufacturers, and information on men's, women's, and children's skis.

Ski Boots

Selecting, buying, fitting, and canting ski boots.

Goggles

There's no question that good ski goggles should be an essential on everybody's skiing checklist, especially in the cold and high wind of mid-winter. Save those cool sunglasses for a little later in the season, and make sure your goggles and lenses are clean and clear.

Ski Helmets

A ski helmet isn't just an accessory - it's a necessary part of your skiing wardrobe. Because ski helmets can save you from serious injury, there is no excuse not to wear a helmet. Also, helmets can look cool and sleek, too.

Ski Clothing

Ski clothing for men, women, and children including ski jackets, ski pants, accessories, snow boots, and apres-ski attire

Ski Accessories

Ski accessories for men, women, and children, including ski helmets, poles, goggles, and other accessories.

Maintain Ski Equipment

Maintaining, storing, and getting your ski equipment ready for ski season.

Ski Equipment Rental

When you're a beginning skier or just trying out the sport to decide if it's the right one for you, it makes sense to rent ski equipment. Once you're sure that you're going to spend enough time on the slopes to justify buying ski equipment (which can be expensive) you can invest in your own ski gear.

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