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What to wear skiing, from the skin outward
The ski gear checklist, split by what you buy and what you rent
The family ski trip packing list, organized by bag

Helmets

The best ski helmets, ranked on what the maker actually publishes
The best kids' ski helmets, ranked on published safety and size range
Ski helmets with a visor: who they are actually for
Is MIPS worth it on a ski helmet?
Ski helmet vs snowboard helmet: is there actually a difference?
What size ski helmet do I need, and how should it fit?
Ski helmet safety standards, and why there is no safest helmet
Fitting a helmet and goggles together, before the tags come off

Goggles

The best ski goggles, ranked on what is actually published
The best kids' ski goggles, and the two specs that actually matter
Ski goggles that fit over glasses, and the three other options
Ski goggles vs sunglasses: when each one is right
Goggle VLT and lens color, explained without the marketing
How to stop ski goggles fogging up
Cleaning and storing ski goggles without ruining the lens

Outerwear

The best ski jackets, and the number most brands will not print
The best kids' ski jackets, priced by the day rather than the sticker
The best ski pants, and why they matter more than the jacket
The best ski gloves, and the second pair that matters more
Shell vs insulated ski jacket: which one you actually want
Ski gloves vs mittens: which and for whom
Ski base layers, and the layering system in full
Ski socks, and why the thick ones make your feet colder
Covering your face on the mountain, without fogging your goggles

Kids

Kids' ski helmet size chart, by the one measurement that works
Kids' ski size chart, with the rule the length comes from
Kids' ski boot size chart, and how to measure a foot properly
Skiing with kids, and the three things that end the day early

Buy vs Rent

How much does ski gear cost? The published prices, item by item
Rental ski boots or buying: the one item we say rent hardest
Should you rent or buy ski clothes?
Budget ski gear: what actually fits under $100, $200 and $300
When to buy ski gear, and in what order

First Setups

The best beginner skis, and whether you should buy any of them
The best beginner snowboards, and how to size one properly
The beginner ski setup, part by part
Ski size chart for adults, with the rule the numbers come from
Ski boot size chart, and how to measure your foot at home

Beyond the Slopes

The best snowshoes, sized on published load rather than guesswork
The best sleds for kids, and the safety standard that does not exist
Kids' ice skates, and the adjustable shells that cover four sizes

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