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)
David Wolman (@davidwolman) is a longtime WIRED contributor and the author, most recently of Aloha Rodeo. He can be reached at david@david-wolman.com ... Read more
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