How to Select a Women's Ski Suit
When skiing or snowboarding, staying warm and dry are the two most important comfort factors. Cool temperatures, windy weather and wet snow are all working against you as you speed down the slopes. Wearing a good ski suit, however, can protect you from the elements, so that you can focus on carving the snow, avoiding trees and staying upright. A one-piece ski suit has an added benefit over parkas and snow pants: Snow can't get to your skin at the waist. There are a variety of women's ski suits available at many different price points.
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Determine where the suit will mostly be used. Skiing climates vary considerably with location and time of the year. If you plan on skiing in the same place at the same time of the year, make sure your ski suit is suitable for those conditions.
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Select a ski suit with the appropriate amount of insulation. If you are skiing in very cold temperatures, you need a ski suit that will protect you in those temperatures. If you are mostly a spring skier, consider getting a suit with less insulation, so you don't get too hot.
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Check the fabric of the ski suit. The best ski suits are made to resist wind and repel water, yet remain breathable and lightweight. The tag on the suit should tell you all you need to know.
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Try on the ski suit over clothing you would normally wear for skiing. A good ski suit should fit snugly, but allow you full range of motion. Move around in the ski suit while shopping to make sure it will be comfortable on the slopes.
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Select a ski suit with multiple features for convenience and warmth. There are a number of features in women's ski suits that can help keep snow out, such as ankle gators and wrist cuffs. Having many zipper pockets comes in handy as well, since you probably won't be carrying a handbag down the mountain.
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Tips & Warnings
Get a ski suit with protected zippers. A flap of material covering the zipper, aka a storm flap, can provide extra protection from the cold.
Look for ski suits that can be drawn in at the waist to define women's waists. Some ski suits can look bulky and boxy without this feature, and there's no reason why your figure can't shine through your ski suit.
If you get hot when you're skiing or snowboarding, as many people do, select a ski suit with vents that can open and close. Vents allow your body heat to get out of the suit, but can be closed if you get too cold.
