Journal

You were happy with how your ski boots fit when you tried them on at the store, but now that you’re trying them on again before the big ski trip, they feel far tighter than at the store. Naturally, you're worried they're too tight and you're wondering, "How tight are ski boots supposed to be?"

While some skiers forego them, most prefer the stability and balance of ski poles. If you’re interested in purchasing a set yourself, or if you're trying to gauge if you currently have the right size, you might be wondering just how tall ski poles should be.

Just a decade or so ago, the only thing atop most skiers' heads was a beanie. But things have completely changed, and the only thing on top of most heads on the slopes are helmets. It's to the point where it makes you question if it's compulsory to wear ski helmets.

Regardless of whether you ski or snowboard, after a few weeks of wear, your jacket's going to get stains and odors. After quite a few seasons of improperly cleaning my jackets and many jackets later, this is what you need to know about washing ski jackets.

Wearing everyday leggings for skiing and snowboarding is highly discouraged, even as a layer. Most leggings lack moisture-wicking capabilities. Without this technical feature, leggings trap sweat and moisture inside, which will make the wearer colder and uncomfortable while skiing or snowboarding.

Baselayers are an essential part of your layering system. While it might feel like there are too many options, we wanted to break down base layers to help you make the best possible choice.

We’ve Upped Our Ice Game. The Blackstone Fireball has arrived in Egremont.

Gloves, check. Goggles, got ‘em. Hat, yes. And that’s just the start.  Going through your ski season checklist can be a lot. So we’re here to help you make sure you have what you need, and to ensure there’s no need for panic if you forgot anything.