15 Christmas gift ideas for snow sports enthusiasts

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 All of us sometimes have difficulty choosing the right Christmas gift for a loved one! In this article you will find 15 Christmas gift ideas that can make any snow sports enthusiast happy!

1.    Ski & stay package

This is by far the most obvious gift for any skier or snowboarder. Ski holidays and packages can be expensive. As such, some skiers cannot afford to go as often as they would like. You can book a ski and stay package for your loved one, one of the best skiing gifts. 

2.    Jacket

This is also one of the most obvious ideas that would still be very much appreciated, because quality jackets are extremely important for any skier or snowboarder. You should choose to gift your loved one a ski jacket that has a decent waterproof and breathable.

3.    Pants

Pants, like the jacket, are an extremely suitable gift for Christmas. They should also be made of high-quality materials and fitted with a waterproof membrane.

4.    Gloves/Mittens

Nothing can dampen a skier's or snowboarder's great day like frostbitten hands. Gloves are therefore a very valuable gift. However, before you make a purchase, you should choose what type of gloves would be more suitable- one is five fingers or paw type gloves. The material, from which they are made, as well as the internal insulation and the presence of a waterproof membrane are also of great importance.

5.    Hat

A winter hat should be part of your Christmas gift list. It can be worn both on the track and while walking on cold winter days.

6.    Carry-on bag

Everyone knows that keeping the essential items in a handy carry-on bag will determine just how much one enjoys the ski trip. It saves you from the hassle of having to drag along bulky luggage everywhere you go.

7.    Action camera

The Action Camera is the perfect gift for any skier or snowboarder. With it, your loved ones will be able to capture high-quality videos and remember every fun moment on the slopes. If, however, the person you want to give a gift to is already a proud owner of an Action Camera, then they'll be happy with small and useful accessories, such as a selfie stick or a gimbal for shake-free videos.

8.    Snoods

A snood is made to help keep a skier’s or snowboarder’s neck warm as they glide down the slopes. They come in a variety of styles and colors. You should do your research to choose a color and a style that’s close to what your loved one will love.

9.   Hoodie

You can find many different types of sweatshirts to give for Christmas. If you want to make the gift more personal and memorable, you can print a favorite phrase or photo on the sweatshirt and thus make the person you are going to give it to even happier.

10.Baselayer

Having the right baselayers is important to keep warm and enjoy skiing or snowboarding. If the person you are thinking of gifting currently layers T-shirts and hoodies and a bunch of other heavy clothing to keep warm, you should get them the baselayers. And even if they have, you can get them more. Skiers and snowboarders can never have enough of these ski essentials.

11.Socks

Both ski boots and snowboard boots must be worn with a special type of socks. The problem with regular socks is that they don't provide the same warmth and protection as ski socks. In addition, ski socks last longer and offer extra cushioning to the skin and toes and also protect feet from the pressure of boots. Unlike specialized socks, ordinary cotton socks will soak up moisture and keep your feet wet and cold. Ski and snowboard socks are designed to wick away moisture and keep your feet dry all day.

12.Sunglasses

This is a perfect gift that is essentially important most of the time while in the mountains. They will protect your loved one from the bright morning sun on the mountain slopes. Be sure to get sunglasses with a sufficient UV-protection.

13.Helmet

Although most ski resorts don't have a strict rule that requires skiers and snowboarders to wear helmets on the slopes, it's a great accessory to ensure the safety of your loved ones. In addition to protecting their heads, it will also provide extra warmth.

14.Bootbag/ Bootbackpack

Skiing and snowboarding require a lot of different accessories for a complete experience. While you can pack them in normal backpacks, boot bags are the best. They are specifically designed to carry the different accessories, including your boots, goggles, gloves, helmet, lenses, socks, scarves, hand warmers, hats, and any other small item that you might have in your arsenal.

15.Goggles

Last on our list of Christmas gift ideas, but not least, are ski and snowboard goggles. They will protect the eyes of your loved ones from the sun and bad weather conditions on the slopes. You can choose a single-plate or multi-plate model, with multi-plate models usually coming with one suitable for foggy weather and one for sunny weather.

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