{"id":2029,"date":"2011-12-10T13:24:19","date_gmt":"2011-12-10T19:24:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/14erskiers.com\/blog\/?p=2029"},"modified":"2011-12-10T13:24:19","modified_gmt":"2011-12-10T19:24:19","slug":"2nd-annual-ski-related-gift-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/14erskiers.com\/blog\/2011\/12\/2nd-annual-ski-related-gift-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2nd Annual Ski-Related Gift Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Last year, we posted a <a href=\"https:\/\/14erskiers.com\/blog\/2010\/12\/last-minute-gift-ideas-for-backcountry-skiers\/\">last-minute gift guide for skiers.<\/a>  So, without further explanation, here&#8217;s the 2011 version of some of 14erskiers&#8217; favorite ski gear.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brittany\u2019s Top 5 List:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1) A Buff \u2013 I carry a Buff with me every time I go backcountry skiing.  The Buff has become a permanent fixture in my backcountry ski pack.  Those who have tried a Buff, will generally rave about it.  Put me in that praising category.  The Buff can be worn in <a href=\"http:\/\/www.buffusa.com\/buffusa\/wear\/how_to_wear_a_buff\">many different ways<\/a>&#8211; converting from a face mask to a hat, to a helmet skull cap, to a \u201cdoo-rag\u201d.  It\u2019s a multifunctional piece of clothing essential for every backcountry skier.  I\u2019ve even used it to tie the tips of my skis together when I\u2019ve lost my ski strap!<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39189&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>2) Merino Wool Long Underwear tops &#8211;  After spending a couple of years working in a backcountry shop, I\u2019ve been converted.   Highly moisture-wicking, warm when you want it to be warm and cool when you want it to be cool, new Merino wool blends provide some of the best fabric for baselayers.  Plus, it doesn\u2019t hold the stink like so many of the synthetic baselayers do!  My preferences \u2013 Icebreaker or Smartwool.<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39185&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>3) Gordini Fuse Gloves \u2013 I\u2019m critical about my gloves.  I have the classic \u201ccold fingers\u201d syndrome.  My hands never seem to stay warm enough- enough that I often sport mittens.  Still, the Fuse gloves rival any mitten I own.  Warm, moisture-wicking, and highly durable, my Fuse gloves have suffered a season of Brittany-abuse unscathed- which is nearly unheard of.  <em>(Frank&#8217;s note- I use these gloves as well- top notch)<\/em><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39193&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>4) Smartwool PhD socks \u2013 My feet sweat- a lot.  It\u2019s a gross practice, but my body simply can\u2019t help it.  Thankfully, my Smartwool socks keep my feet nice and warm even with all that moisture and help to guard against the dreaded sweat-foot stench.  The PhD socks are padded in all the right places necessary for a backcountry skier, helping prevent against blisters on those long touring days.<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39197&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>5) Glop Stopper  &#8211;   Among every backcountry skiers nightmare are skins glopping with snow. Many can attest that glopping skins have ruined ski days.  Worst yet, it seems unpredictable.  I\u2019ve had my skins glop during all times of the year.  Glop stopper can the rescue in scenarios like this.  It\u2019s a must-have in every BC skiers backpack.<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39201&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Frank&#8217;s Top 5:<\/strong><br \/>\n1)  GU brand energy gels  &#8211;  I love gels, and GU makes the best.  Quick easy energy, easy to digest, tasty, and they don&#8217;t freeze and break your teeth like energy bars can in the winter.<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39205&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>2)  BCA Float 36 Airbag Pack  &#8211;  Yeah, I know- a gift in this price range is almost as ridiculous as those &#8220;Lexus with a bow in the driveway&#8221; ads.  But nothing says &#8220;I want to see you come home safe&#8221; like an airbag pack.  See our <a href=\"https:\/\/14erskiers.com\/blog\/2011\/11\/20112012-year-of-the-airbag-bca-float-36-review\/\">review.<\/a><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39209&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script>  <\/p>\n<p>3)  GoPro POV Camera  &#8211;  Sometimes it seems as though everyone on the mountain has sprouted one of these &#8220;teletubby&#8221; helmet cams, and they&#8217;re a little silly in some ways.  But more than anything, they&#8217;re just FUN.  I look forward to re-watching my footage when I&#8217;m an old, old man.  The GoPro is my choice for POV cams since it has a wide range of mounting options&#8230;<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39213&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>4)  Altimeter Watch  &#8211;  Just how big (or small) was that face you just skied?  How much faster did those Carbon boots and tights make you on your dawn patrol?  Why did that 10 mile bike ride take so long- must have been a lot of vert, right?  Where are we on this topo map?  The answer to all these questions and more can be found with an altimeter watch.  This one is nice and affordable:<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39217&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>5)  Nikwax Leather Protectant  &#8211;  Leather gloves and boots last longer and stay waterproof with a little love and care.  Try this:<br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/product_ad_widget\/paw.php?pawid=39221&amp;pw=29053&amp;output=js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s our list for this year.  By all means, if any of you have a great gift idea, leave a comment- we&#8217;re not done with our shopping either!  And if you&#8217;re still stumped, there&#8217;s always a gift certificate from Backcountry.com:<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=ml&amp;ti=28937&amp;pw=29053\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/gbi\/10060\/28937\/23393\/29053\/image.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" style=\"border: 0px;\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last year, we posted a last-minute gift guide for skiers. 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