Ski Clothing?

hthomas

I hope this is alright to post here as I don't know where else to post this and get the same amount of eyes to see this.

I am going to take some ski lessons and I wanted to ask what do you all recommend for clothing that Bond would wear/did wear ? any other advice on it would be very appreciated!

Matt S

For Your Eyes Only has the most elegant ski outfit from Bogner, though a friend of mine has a very similar Bogner ski jacket in a darker blue that looks even better.

hthomas

Matt S wrote:

For Your Eyes Only has the most elegant ski outfit from Bogner, though a friend of mine has a very similar Bogner ski jacket in a darker blue that looks even better.

Thanks Matt. I had looked at pictures again of the outfit. I guess I could find something like that style. I do like the roll neck underneath!

Commandant

Enjoy your ski lessons!

hthomas

Commandant wrote:

Enjoy your ski lessons!

Thanks! I am hoping it is not to hard to learn and I can get off the beginner hill soon!

007JBDCMWR

From years of exp and prob 100 weeks plus skiing
Go with a goretex xcr shell jacket, buy some quality layering and Def Oakley goggles. Lastly wear a helmet

Jacob

I recommend that you buy skiwear from functionality rather than fashion (even though these two categories can certainly overlap!) -{

Higgins

Don't wear cotton undershirts or shirts.
Wear functionwear and make sure that you wear a helmet.

Herr Michael

Bergzeit.de and Sport Conrad.de are my go-to people for active outerwear and hiking boots.

Lots of ski clothing from these two. If you ask for a catalog they will send at no charge.

Jacob

I just wanted to add a bit to my post above.

I personally swear to the Canadian brand Arc'teryx. They make clothing (mostly jackets) for skiing, hiking, climbing, alpine/extreme weather activities, and military/law enforcement (Arc'teryx LEAF). The quality is excellent and they have jackets for every purpose.
I also feel confident this is a brand the modern character of James Bond would wear due to its popularity among special forces around the world. I own two hardshell jackets and a softshell as well as some various equipment from them and I love it all.

As some already have said, the trick to keeping warm and ventilated is layering; depending on the conditions where you ski, an inner layer (preferably made of merino wool), a mid layer (which keeps you warm) and an outer layer (a Goretex jacket to keep wind and water from you) should be sufficient and then you can easily ditch or add a layer if weather conditions change.
Skiwear can be expensive (but doesn't have to) but if you end up being cold on a mountain top you will curse yourself for not spending the extra money, I guarantee it!

Some good socks, gloves, pants, and a helmet! and you are good to go! Enjoy your trip -{

Miles Messervy

I second the recommendation for Arc'teryx. It's not a fashion brand like Canada Goose, so it's a little cheaper. But it's very high quality, so you will pay more than many other brands. But you'll never regret it. Also, I recommend Smart Wool for the base layer.

Just to add on, I've decided to invest in a helmet (I know, this is long overdue). Any specific reccomendations?

007JBDCMWR

Miles Messervy wrote:

I second the recommendation for Arc'teryx. It's not a fashion brand like Canada Goose, so it's a little cheaper. But it's very high quality, so you will pay more than many other brands. But you'll never regret it. Also, I recommend Smart Wool for the base layer.

Just to add on, I've decided to invest in a helmet (I know, this is long overdue). Any specific reccomendations?

Re Helmet, most suit specific head shapes
Ive had Dainese and saved me once, worn well and to be honest forget you are wearing it

thelordflasheart

Interestingly, my girlfriend and I were talking about skiing the other night and I realized that I'll need to buy new clothes if we take it up again. I don't think that we can look to Bond for inspiration. It's been so long since he's been dressed for the slopes that all of his outfits, save Lazenby's, look like something that a suburban dad in his 50s would wear (colour aside, Lazenby's outfit still looks good but I can't imagine it being warm enough to ski in!).

I think there are three things for me to consider:

Skiing or snowboarding?
What is your body type and age?
Do you care about style?

From what I've seen there's still a difference between the way that snowboarders and skiers dress. Not as pronounced as in the 90s, and of course this doesn't apply to *everyone*, but it does seem to be a general rule. I have no thoughts to offer on dressing for snowboarding because I'd be going skiing.

Age and or body type is probably a big factor as well. If someone is in shape, regardless of age, they can wear clothes that are more form fitting. This would be more functional and aerodynamic as well as flattering. However, some people my age (I'm the same age as Craig) seem to feel that they "can't" wear form fitting clothing even if they keep themselves in good shape. However, I'd want the more streamlined outfit myself.

Lastly, something purely functional can look good as well - I think we're past the time when we had to choose (I remember when I was a teenager you could either have a ski jacket that looked great or was warm).

For myself, if I had to put an outfit together today I'd probably go with high-waisted ski pants from Arc'teryx, a synthetic base layer tee, a thin polo neck top, and then something like the Canada Goose Bracebridge:

http://www.canadagoose.com/ca/en/bracebridge-jacket-2750M.html?cgid=shop-mens-shells#start=1&cgid=shop-mens-shells

I used to have a nice Descente jacket, but they're very expensive now from what I see, and I trust Canada Goose's quality.

Just my quick, unresearched two cents...

MB6073

I agree with the above, Arcteryx is awesome. Check out their Alpha jacket as an outer layer.