ski gear

Skida is Swedish word for ski, and if you ski anywhere in Vermont you are likely to see the spiffy Skida neckwear on the slopes. Bright, colorful and extremely durable, these winter accessories are our go-to brand.  Related: Ski gear to keep you warm and stylish on the slopes ...read more

I'm wistful when I look at these photos from Deer Valley. Last March, I was lucky enough to ski with a friend of mine on one of my favorite mountains. I was out doing my yearly check-in with all the Utah mountains and picked up a few samples from Rossignol to try out on the ...read more

It doesn't seem like it is possible, but you can save money fueling your child's passions. To help us out, there's a company called SidelineSwap.   Related: Easiest ski and snowboard lease for families SidelineSwap is a company that focuses on the resale market. Think of them ...read more

Are you someone who enjoys playing outside in the winter? I sure do. That being said, having the right gear makes ALL the difference in how you feel about winter. Investing in clothing that will keep you warm and dry is an awesome way to stop resenting winter. I suggest you stay ...read more

Here's where we are: the ski season looks like a go! As we get ready to ski and ride safely, it's time to think about gear. I have a great service that will SEND you rental for your kids. K2 and SkiEssentials.com have partnered to create an online, season-long lease program and ...read more

Gathering deals for moms who ski. We all know mom is the one who makes a lot of the magic happen. When it comes to planning ski and riding adventures, moms need help (and a little recognition). This page is meant to offer discounts on gear and apparel for ski moms.  Related: ...read more

I can't imagine winter without Skida. Looking for trendy winter accessories? You've come to the right spot. This female-owned brand is the partner you need in your life for all your outdoor adventures. Here's why you need Skida winter accessories to stay stylish in the cold. ...read more

What a treat it was to gather some of my ski mom friends for a night of shopping at the Rossignol boutique in SoHo NYC.  The New York City Winter Style Event was hosted by Rossignol  and it was the perfect opportunity for us to get ready for the February ski holidays.  My ...read more

Since we love skiers and riders so much, it's only natural that the holiday that falls right smack in the middle of winter should be celebrated with winter gear. I've rounded up some of my favorite Valentine's Day Gifts for Skiers and Riders. Valentine's Day Gifts for Skiers and ...read more

Winter is here and we're talking about skiing in Utah. Here's what you need to know about the Ski Utah Passport for 5th and 6th graders -- it's the best way to make skiing with kids affordable. It's great for local Utah families and for those of us who have to fly to the powder. ...read more

You might still be eating Halloween candy and thinking about apple picking, but I'm thinking snow. In a few weeks I'll head to Colorado to start our ski season. My girls will be doing pre-season ski training and I'll be making the rounds at the Colorado resorts. Since the snow ...read more

A huge thanks to Kristen Lummis (aka https://braveskimom.com/) for contributing to this piece and to our 2019 Family Ski and Snowboard Guide. As you start to fall in love with the sport of skiing, you might want to consider moving from rental equipment to owning your own gear. ...read more

It's time to talk ski and snowboarding gear. This week I head out to Colorado to start our ski season. My girls will be in race camps over Thanksgiving and I'll be making the rounds at the Colorado resorts (I aim to ski at five different mountains in two weeks...wish me luck). ...read more

You know we love to see ski mamas (and ski dads) playing in the snow with the kiddos. But we also know USUALLY it's the kiddos who get all the cool gear. Well, we are putting an end to that with our Snowtastic #SkiMoms Giveaway! We've got more than $500 worth of prizes to share ...read more

Finding the best looking ski coats for women isn't easy. A lot of gear is boxy, boring and built for function, not necessarily form. My ski buddy, Kim-Marie, introduced me to Skea—ski fashions made by skiers with a ton of style. The designers are ski instructors, professional ...read more

We dutifully hit the slopes every weekend with the kids. If you are counting, that's 8 skis, 8 poles, 4 helmets, 8 boots, 8 gloves...you get the picture. It's a lot of expensive gear to keep track of every time we ski Then I started to notice the organized moms on the mountain ...read more