Equipment

All ski gear, including skis, boots, helmets, and poles, will be provided by our trusted ski partner.

Borrowing Clothes

To keep costs down it is always a good idea to ask friends and family if they have any specialised ski clothing that you can borrow. The school do have access to some DofE clothing that could also work with skiing, but not enough to accommodate everyone on the trip. If this is something you are interested in please speak with Mr Jack.

Buying Clothing

If you prefer to purchase your clothing, Aldi, Lidl, Mountain Warehouse, TK Maxx, Trespass, Go Outdoors, and Decathlon offer reasonably priced options. Aldi’s ski clothing will be available for pre-order online on November 11th and in stores on the 17th. Check out the details here.

Clothing Guide

• Helmet:
  • Needs to be worn at all times. Sometimes can be rented from the ski provider.

• Warm Hat:
  • For lunch, travel, and ice skating when helmets are off.
• Goggles/Sunglasses:
  • Goggles preferred, must be worn while skiing.
  • Protects against sun and potential snow blindness.
  • Keep goggles clean with a soft case/cloth.
• Buff/Scarf/Bandana (optional):
  • Useful for neck/chin/mouth coverage against wind chill.
• Base Layer:
  • Breathable, quick-drying, sporty material.
  • Avoid absorbent/cotton base layers for warmth.
• Base Layer Bottom (optional):
  • Optional thermal layer under trousers.
• Technical Fleece (optional):
  • Dries quickly, wear over the base layer if needed.
• Ski Jacket:
  • Warm, technical jacket with useful pockets.
• Ski Trousers/Salopettes:
  • Waterproof trousers designed to fit over ski boots.
• Gloves:
  • Thick gloves must be worn while skiing.
  • Leash for extra security, spare pair optional.
• Ski Socks:
  • Comfortable, thick socks for warmth.
  • High socks that reach above the ski boot.

For further details and recommendations, you can explore additional resources here.

Prepare for an exciting and comfortable skiing experience!