Tis the season to be thinking about holiday gifts. And boy-oh-boy, if there’s one person who needs a lot of stuff, it’s the backcountry skier in your life.
Backcountry skiing is an expensive sport. Skis, boots and bindings are all extremely expensive. A thousand dollar purchase is not uncommon for an individual outfitting themselves with a mere part of the backcountry kit. So it may come as a surprise to find out that there are many inexpensive items that a backcountry skier could certainly use.
Following is a list of not-to-crazy-expensive gift ideas for a backcountry skier:
Ski Straps ($4-$8)
This is one of those items that skiers lose all the time. They are also one of those items that skiers can use to fix a myriad of backcountry problems. They are a very nice thing to have. We recommend the Voile Ski Straps.
Glop Stopper Skin Wax ($12-$15)
Warm Socks ($8-$30)
Darn Tough Hike/Trek Boot Sock
Who doesn’t need a new pair of warm wool or synthetic socks. Look for a pair that is tall and will protect the skier’s shin from the boot. I am personally a big fan of Darn Tough socks.
Lightweight Gloves ($20-$40)
OR PL Base Glove
Skiers often wear heavy thick gloves for their descents. But a good chunk of a backcountry skier’s day is spent going up hill. No one wants to wear super heavy gloves while skinning up. Most want light gloves that breath, but still keep their fingers protected from the cold.
There are several options out there, but we recommend the OR PL Base Glove.
Brooks-Range Field Organizer ($20)
