In this installment of our guide to skiing we look at skiing clothing…

Proper and safe skiing means being properly and safely outfitted so that you are protected from internal dampness, external humidity and, of course, cold temperatures. Packing the right combination of ski clothing can be tricky, but you should be covered if pack the following items for a one week ski trip: Fleece Tops - 3; Goggles - 1; Hat - 1; Headband - 1; Ski Gloves - 1 pair; Ski Jacket - 1; Ski Pants - 1; Ski Socks - 3 pair; Sunglasses - 1 pair; Sweaters - 3; Thermal Underwear - 2 sets.

Rather than wearing one thick layer of clothing, it is recommended that you dress in layers, and stick to the standard three-layers system, which includes a base layer, an insulating layer, and a protective layer. The outer layer should be waterproof and windproof and should be made of a ‘breathable’ material that allows perspiration to escape.

Ask around for recommendations from other skiers you know if you can and be prepared to dedicate some time to getting it right (the process should take more than an hour if done properly). Providing honest details to your fitter goes a long way towards getting you into the right boot. Your fitter needs to know what your proficiency level is, and how often you will be using your boots, as these things are important in order to keep you from purchasing a boot that hurts your ability to learn to ski.

Because boots will generally pack out at about twenty percent over the course of its useful life, you should start off with boots that are a little tighter and firmer on your feet. Your boot is something that will change as your experience changes; because when you have more experience you will be more conscious of response and precision, something that a shorter, tighter boot can accomplish, even though when you’re first starting out, you will likely prefer a more generous, lengthy fit in your boot.

For sharper turns, you’ll need to move your weight from foot to foot (i.e. to turn sharply to the right, put more weight on your left foot and, to turn sharply to the left, put more weight on your right foot) as well as pointing your skis in the direction that you want to go.

The only real way to break in your boots is on the slopes, and just like a new pair of shoes, they will require some breaking in, and may be rather uncomfortable until you use them for a few days

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