What You Need To Know About Flying With Skis Or A Snowboard

Are you thinking about flying with skis or a snowboard this winter but have never done it before?

Flying with snowboard and ski equipment can seem like a huge hassle, but having all your own stuff when you get to your mountain destination is a joy. Using your own gear is always better than relying on rentals, so if you’re planning the ski trip of a lifetime, you’ll want to bring your own quiver along.

If you’re wondering what to pack, how to pack it, how you’re going to get it onto the plane, and how much it’s going to cost you – then you came to the right place. Before you pack, be sure you know what you need to about flying with snowboard, skis, poles, and boots. Read on!

What to Bring

If you’ve decided to bring your ski or snowboard gear with you on your next ski vacation, you might be feeling overwhelmed. That’s not surprising, because you’re going to have to bring a lot of stuff.

But there’s no reason to be afraid; people bring their skis and snowboards and everything else with them on vacation all the time. Once you’ve done it once or twice, you’ll learn that it’s not as crazy as you thought at first, and you’ll be an old pro before you know it.

First, you’ll need to remember to pack your snowboard or ski clothes. This includes a waterproof ski jacket and waterproof ski pants, or a full-body, waterproof snowsuit.

You’ll want to make sure that you pack layers – tops and bottoms, plus base layers to wear underneath everything. Don’t forget wool socks, a warm hat, waterproof gloves or mittens, and something to wear around your neck like a scarf or gaiter.

Once you’ve found everything you need, start gathering your actual snowboard or ski equipment. Of course, you’ll need your skis or snowboard, and your ski or snowboard boots. If you’re a skier, don’t forget your ski poles, too.

Goggles are a must and don’t forget your helmet if you wear one. You might also want to bring sunglasses, hand and toe warmers, and some other warm layers, too.

Phew! That sure sounds like a lot of stuff – but read on to see how easily you can pack everything, so you can be on your way to the mountain in no time.

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