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Ronni asked:


I’m 14 and I’m trying skiing for the first time this year and I have the following things: Helmet, ski jacket, snow pants, goggles, gloves, and I’m renting skis because it is my first year. I just want to make sure I have everything and a little advice wouldn’t hurt.

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3 Responses to “Beginner skier help?”

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   January 14th, 2012 at 5:39 am

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   you have everything you need but since its your fist time not being mean but you probably going to fall so i would bring and extra hoodie or an extra pair a socks and remember dress in layers because you could always take a layer off

2. Caffeinated Content for WordPress Says:
   January 15th, 2012 at 12:22 am

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   You need boots, but you can rent these with the skis. You also may want ski socks, as they are warm and prevent the boots from giving you blisters. They are long and thick, and you can find them at most sports stores. You’ll need underwear as well: not regular ones, ski ones. They are basically very thin shirts and trousers made of cotton. They are flexible, and you should buy several so that you can put them on in layers to make sure you’re warm enough.
   It’s also wise to take a small snack with you, like a chocolate bar. Here in Europe it is very cold, and probably the same on your side of the Atlantic, so you lose energy fast through keeping yourself warm and the excercise. Have a chocolate bar or a fruit between meals to keep yourself going.
   Even though you’re a beginner and probably wont be going very fast at first, it is wise to bring a headscarf of some kind, as it will be windy and the frost in the wind actually hurts your neck sometimes.
   If your friends make fun of your hemet, DO NOT take it off. Having a helmet when skiing reduces your chances of brain damage in an accident and are essential for all beginner and advanced skiers. Keep the helmet at all costs.
   Hope this helps.

3. Caffeinated Content Says:
   January 16th, 2012 at 1:22 am

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   Upper Body: thermals (under armor idealy), fleece pullover and/or zipper jacket, then ski jacket – depending on the type of jacket you have. You want to be warm and once you’re cold it’s hard to warm up again, whereas you can always take off layers.

   Bring a scarf to cover your neck and be able to cover your face, especially when going up a lift when it can get very cold.

   Lower Body: thermals (under armor ideal); sweat pants on top if cold; snow pants over all.

   Hands: be sure they’re good quality and bring hand warmers (little packets sold in sporting good stores).

   Feet: ski/snowboarding socks – make a world of difference. Get a couple pairs at least and be sure you keep your feet dry – it makes a world of difference.

   I highly recommend taking a 2hr lesson to get started. I was around your age when I started and my “friends” said they would teach me but after 5 minutes they left and I couldn’t even stand up. The 2 hr lesson got me going and made my day.

   Also, be sure to put on sun screen. People don’t realize how easy it is to get burned on the snow. Also, ALWAYS wear eye protection. If you’re planning on doing other things around the snow you may want to bring a pair of sun glasses as well. Be sure the glasses and goggles provide full UV protection.

   Full change of clothing when done – jeans, undergarments, fresh thermals, turtleneck, fresh socks.

   Have fun!