Hi all!

Just learned how to ski, but the suit I borrowed is super old and started getting wet.

I’m looking for something ideally made in Europe, if not, at least from a European-based company (and made outside), that would be good for a beginner, fairly light and packable. And water-proof. :)

  • Squirrelsdrivemenuts@lemmy.worldEnglish
    1·
    2 days ago

    A cheap option is using a warm jacket covered with a raincoat. Those are not specific to skiing so you can use them the rest of the year too.

    • Alaknár@sopuli.xyzOPEnglish
      2·
      2 days ago

      Yes and no.

      While that would work, sure, ski-specific gear has some great enhancements over regular gear. For example, ski jackets tend to have a pocket on the left sleeve, near the hand, where you can put your RFID ski-pass to quickly go through the lift gates without having to take your gloves off, secure the sticks, and fumble in your pockets for the card.

      • cabbage@piefed.socialEnglish
        2·
        2 days ago

        I keep my ski pass in the left front pocket of my jacket, never had any issues. Most people I know do the same. The ski passes have pretty good range.

        Based on experience in French and Swiss alps, in case it’s regional.

        • Squirrelsdrivemenuts@lemmy.worldEnglish
          3·
          2 days ago

          Also based in the french alps and I put it in the pocket of my skipants. I’ve been using this combo for three years now and it has not failed me. Multiple layers also means adaptability for warmer weather instead of being stuck with a thick skicoat.