Feb 14, 2018 7:00 AM

Skiing in the Sun? Gear Up Right

Don’t ruin the perfect ski day by dressing for a blizzard.

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Trew Men’s Wander Jacket

A simple wind-blocking shell is all you need in gorgeous weather. The trim cut of the Trew Men’s Wander Jacket doesn’t leave you feeling like you’re wearing a tent, and the lightweight construction makes it easy to stuff in a backpack. ($419)

Faction’s Dictator 2.0

Engineered for hard-chargers, Faction’s Dictator 2.0 skis are supersaturated with aggressive specs: ultralight aluminum alloy skeletons; a dual radius sidecut for fast, precise turns; and a slight tail rocker that ups the fun factor in the powww. ($729)

Smith Optics I/O 7

Skiing in sunglasses isn’t recommended beyond the bunny hill. Smith Optics’ I/O 7 goggles pair up with the company’s swappable ChromaPop lenses for a variety of conditions. On the brightest days, snap in the antireflective lenses to nix the nasty glare. ($200)

Tecnica Freeride Cochise 130 Dyn

The Tecnica Freeride Cochise 130 Dyn ski slippers are popular with all-mountain adventurers who want rigidity but don’t need the brutal constriction of a race boot. They’re stiff, but still light and maneuverable. Switch into the more forgiving walk mode for a stroll to the chalet. ($700)

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Trew Men’s Wander Jacket
A simple wind-blocking shell is all you need in gorgeous weather. The trim cut of the Trew Men’s Wander Jacket doesn’t leave you feeling like you’re wearing a tent, and the lightweight construction makes it easy to stuff in a backpack. ($419)
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Faction’s Dictator 2.0
Engineered for hard-chargers, Faction’s Dictator 2.0 skis are supersaturated with aggressive specs: ultralight aluminum alloy skeletons; a dual radius sidecut for fast, precise turns; and a slight tail rocker that ups the fun factor in the powww. ($729)

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Smith Optics I/O 7
Skiing in sunglasses isn’t recommended beyond the bunny hill. Smith Optics’ I/O 7 goggles pair up with the company’s swappable ChromaPop lenses for a variety of conditions. On the brightest days, snap in the antireflective lenses to nix the nasty glare. ($200)
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Tecnica Freeride Cochise 130 Dyn
The Tecnica Freeride Cochise 130 Dyn ski slippers are popular with all-mountain adventurers who want rigidity but don’t need the brutal constriction of a race boot. They’re stiff, but still light and maneuverable. Switch into the more forgiving walk mode for a stroll to the chalet. ($700)

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Snowshed 3-Season Helmet Beanie
Keeping your head warm is smart, even on beautiful days—it’s still winter, after all. Snowshed’s soft merino 3-Season Helmet Beanie is thin enough to fit under a helmet, so you don’t have to take it off when you strap on your safety gear. ($35)

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