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Paka: The Best Base Layers?

January 7, 2025 by braveskimom

best wool base layers

I am a big fan of wool base layers for many reasons. First, I like how wool insulates and breathes, Second, I like wool because it’s a natural fiber. Third, I like how wool base layers don’t get smelly. I’ve tried base layers made from sheep’s wool, from yak fur, and now from Peruvian alpaca […]

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Filed Under: Equipment and Gear, Product Reviews, Ski Fashion Tagged With: outdoor gear, ski clothing, wool base layers

Holiday Gifts: Technical Ski Clothing from Jack Wolfskin

November 7, 2023 by braveskimom

Good morning! For those of you who have been reading Braveskimom.com for a long time, you know that I ordinarily produce an annual holiday gift guide each November (links to previous guides are here!). Since I’m just reentering the ski journalism world after a nearly 18-month hiatus, I don’t have it together this year. But […]

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Filed Under: Equipment and Gear, Product Reviews, Ski Fashion Tagged With: ski fashion, technical ski clothing

Ski Essentials: Shred Dog’s Elevated Hardshell Jacket (Giveaway)

December 13, 2022 by braveskimom

Olympian Julia Mancuso skiing while wearing the fire red elevated hardshell jacket from shred dog.

I’ve been looking for a well-made, technical hardshell and I’ve finally found one. It’s the Elevated hardshell jacket from Shred Dog and it is a winner. I like it so much that I’m especially happy to be giving away this same women’s jacket today! First, a little background. I’ve known Shred Dog since 2019 when […]

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Filed Under: Equipment and Gear, Product Reviews, Ski Fashion Tagged With: hardshell ski jacket, ski fashion

Gear Notes: Get Ready for Summer with a New Bike Helmet + More

May 10, 2022 by braveskimom

While a few of you very, very lucky people out there are still alpine skiing, it’s fair to say that late spring is upon us and snow is m-e-l-t-i-n-g! Warmer weather is here, and it’s time to get ready for summer. Today, Gear Notes is featuring a well-priced Mips Bike Helmet from Outdoor Master, along […]

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Filed Under: Equipment and Gear, Product Reviews Tagged With: Biking, summer fun, sup

Let Carv Be Your Full-Time Digital Ski Coach

March 29, 2022 by braveskimom

Are you the type of skier who is always looking together, reading ski tips in magazines, watching videos, and occasionally taking classes or participating in clinics? Do you yearn to maximize your fun on snow while effortlessly carving perfect turns, which leave you feeling like you’re flying? Well, I have got a tip for you: […]

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Filed Under: Equipment and Gear, Good Stuff, Learn to Ski, Product Reviews Tagged With: improve your skiing, learn to ski, ski instruction

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I'm Kristen, a western Colorado mom, wife and trail boss in a busy outdoor family. Our family has a passion for skiing and my goal is to provide information to help other families enjoy their skiing adventures. Whether you have tiny toddlers just learning to slide or grown children with whom you're planning a reunion, you're in the right place. Cheers!

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