The best ski gear: Teched-out accessories

Buying Guides
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Buying Guides

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1. Oakley Airwave 1.5

£520

These goggles have a heads-up display that uses GPS and onboard sensors to show your speed, altitude, airtime and height, and even piste maps.


2. POC Spine VPD

£200

This armour is super-light and, although you’ll resemble an NFL player, it’s incredibly flexible so it won’t restrict your movements when you spin off jumps.


3. Therm-ic Powerglove IC 1300

£200

The Powerglove heats your hands electronically for up to ten hours to keep your grip secure and painful frostbite firmly at bay.


4. Salomon Quest

£135

Finding a helmet that fits perfectly can be tricky, but the Quest uses an inflatable inner liner to ensure it’s comfortable no matter how lumpy your noggin is. 


5. Burton [ak] 31L

£140

Developed by mountain guides, this pack with a hydration bladder, secure strap and shovel pocket can handle any tough backcountry environments.


6. Burton Ion

£300 This snowboard boot is as comfy as a trainer and has a foil liner and wicking material to keep feet warm but not sweaty. Its red wing leather will last for ages too.

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