Hello /out/, I decided to jump the gun and get a ski pass + lesson for this weekend then promptly realized I needed winter clothes since this center does not rent them out. So I got all this crap in Amazon, wondering if it looks retarded to those of you who ski often. I also got some The North Face snow gloves but those look rather good (posting pic later).The jacket is probably shit, I wanted a Columbia interchange one but they wouldn't get here on time before I drive out. But it was just $33... I would imagine a rental for a day or two goes for around that much, so meh
These are the gloves I got, probably overkill.https://www.thenorthface.com/en-us/shop-all/activity-pages/snow-c347788/mens-montana-ski-gloves-pNF0A89QG
I know this is a slow board but bump. Also general skiing newbie advice is more than welcome.
Dont worry about your gear if you're resort skiing. Replace the gear that doesn't perform in stages. Bring dry clothes to change out if you need.Good goggles might be expensive but give those a shot, they might work fine. It's good to have a spare set of goggles.Concentrate on your riding. Try to ski with style. Watch Candide vids and be like him.Skiing is the shit, you chose wisely.
>>2796415Thank you anon. Indeed I planned to bring a change of clothes. I was thinking also having my backpack with me with an extra pair of gloves, food, water, etc. Not like it's a survival situation, but why not.
If your rig is close you dont need to carry anything but it's good to have stuff if you aren't stopping. Snow is still poor out West but I'm getting fired up. Just mounted the bindings on some fresh AT boards.
>>2796419>rigI don't even know what this is, haven't been skiing in at least 15 years. Where do I leave my stuff while I'm on the slopes? Do I get a locker or something when I rent the gear? I could use the car but I imagine it's out of the way
>>2796420Leave the car ready to rock, find some place to leave your shoes while you ski.Every place is going to be different, you'll figure it out.If you're really new at this, keep in mind that the first day will probably be the worst day. If you can enjoy and get past the first day you'll be alright.
>>2796422Thanks and yeah guess I'm just overthinking.
Papa Bezos just delivered, wish me luck my fellow autists.
>>2796830Relax and don't get discouraged when you eat shit constantly
>>2796830good luck
Rent or buy a helmet. I hardly see anyone on the mountain without one. It might save your life.
>>2796888True thatDon't want to end up like Schumacher
>>2796830I bought those Montana gloves for a relative in Eastern Washington. Theyre legit. Your fit looks great.Also accept right now you will get passed by a good ole boy skiing in jeans. This happens in all gear sports like cycling, golf, ski.
>>2796888Bugman pls go
>>2796362So I take it you've been skiing by now. How did you go OP?
>>2797344We don't do that here.
>>2797344nta but i went skiing one and partially tore my MCL, not going again, also very expensive hobby and depending on where you go, there can be very obnoxious rich douche bags, the ski bums are no better, i'm more interested in snoeshoeing or maybe cross country skiing now
morning autistsI indeed already went skiing and survived. It was really fun. I did a level 1 class to get a feel for it and remember some of the basics. About half the class were retardos but in the other half we were pretty comfortable and moved fast. Apparently many people just get like 10 mins of actual skiing in the baby slope in this class but we got like an hour, and after we went for an actual slope with that crew (the easiest). Did that like 10 times and then I tried the 2nd easiest and was promptly humbled when it took me like 10 mins to get down after eating so much shit.The gear did very well. The Montana gloves are bulky but kept my hands dry. I also took some other gloves I have which were a lot more comfortable but not waterproof, I used them for a bit. The jacket was a fucking life saver for $33 man, it really did the job. The goggles were fine, the magnetic thingy is convenient to clean the inside. The pants are also very good but I think not 100% waterproof. Got my buttcheeks all wet in the chairlift.I got a very proper helmet from the rental, pic related.
oh and my entire body now hurts, which is good
also I was happy to have taken my backpack with some stuff in it (water, a bit of food) so I wouldn't have to get in the huge lines at the resort. I don't think I really felt it during skiing. But parking was not far, so I might not do that next time and go chill in my car for a bit when needed.Also I was warm as fuck and worked up a sweat a few times. But I did sit down outside for around 10 mins to have a gatorade and before I knew was really cold (I opened up my jacket). Just a good reminder to not understimate the cold. It was around 32F I think, and snowing.
btw I had the temption of going down without the helmet, I'm sure it feels nice as fuck to feel the wind and be able to hear everything
