can anyone give me a shopping list for a skiing holiday?

Question

my friends and i have just booked a skiing holiday to romania in january. we are first time skiiers and have no idea about what we need to take with us or what we can get when we are there. we are trying to keep it as inexpensive as possible. any tips on best shops to go to and what sort of clothing to take would be very much appreciated.

Answer 1

First, if you don't want to go through the hassle of buying every individual item, you might be better off finding entire packages and such that will reduce complications.

Secondly, you will probably have to purchase multiples of each item, because you need to buy things for the entire party.

Now, the list of most things (not including clothing-this is a separate list).
1) Ski goggles. Significantly reduces glare that reflects off snow. This is a must!
2) Skis, of course! The skis should be at or slightly above chest height. Also use ski poles if you feel you should use them-most adults do use them. (Ski poles are helpful in turning, maintaining balance, and propelling oneself forward on flat snow.)
3) Tickets, or else you'll have nowhere to go. Purchase ski tickets in advance if possible and keep them in a safe place. If you can't, simply buy them at the snow resort.
4) All the other basic necessities you might need on a typical trip. Bring plenty of currency (both U.S. and Romania, for you might need it), food, beverages, etc.
5) Reserve a place where you can stay throughout the duration of your trip.
6) Chapsticks. Personally, I don't like to use them, but you may find this necessary.
7) A backpack to hold food, water, and other necessary items.
8) Walkie-talkies (to converse with your friends if you separate).

Now, clothing...
1) The basics. This is mostly up to you (undergarments, shirts, sweaters, sturdy hiking shoes, etc.). However, be resonable: don't bring things that simply don't belong!
2) A warm, durable ski jacket. A MUST. You will practically freeze if you don't have one.
3) A ski helmet. This is essential for first-time skiiers to prevent injury.
4) A warm, insulating hat (if you really don't want to go with the helmet).
5) Many pairs of socks-they'll become smelly as you ski, for skiing is vigorous exercise.
6) Other ski apparel that might or will be necessary, such as ski boots that fit your skis.
7) Gloves. Don't use mittens; it's harder to maneuver the fingers in mittens. Stick with warm, double-layer gloves.

Tips

Wear at least three layers of insulating clothing to retain warmth.

Stick to the beginner runs and don't progress until you feel you are skiing reasonably well on the beginner slopes.

Learn how to use ski lifts safely. This is a very serious matter!

All in all, you should take a ski class that will orient you and your friends with skiing. The instructors are generally understanding and will attempt to help you to the greatest extent of your ability.

Have fun!

Answer 2

Go to TK Maxx - you can get some bargains there - also try ebay for some items too.

Ski socks (very important to get proper ski socks)
Thermal leggings and long-sleeved t-shirts
Sallopettes
Ski Jacket
Ski gloves
Sunglasses
ski goggles
Thermal hat (though you can buy funky ones there)
sunscreen - face and lips
I wear ordinary t-shirts and light fleeces over my thermals. Good to have layers as you can get very warm whilst ski-ing.
Get a good knee support as it's very easy to strain your knees and this will help you. Muscle rub is also a good idea!
I bring a small back-pack for carrying water and snacks up the mountain.

Good idea to have sturdy walking boots for walking around the resort in the snow. The bars are warm at night so jeans and short-sleeved tops are fine. You wont need anything too glamourous.

Some accommodation have swimming pools and saunas etc so throw in swimsuit.

Have a fab holiday !

Answer 3

1. thermal underwear top and bottom (synthetic, NOT cotton)

2. cheap ski/snowboard pants

3. cheap ski/snowboard jacket

4. polyester fleece neck warmer

5. ski socks made of wool (best) or synthetic (next best)...NEVER wear cotton

6. cheap snowboard gloves or mits (mits provide more warmth, gloves more dexterity)

7. goggles (vermillion or amber)

8. helmet--yes, wear a helmet for safety; also, it will make your head feel much warmer than a ski cap or watch hat--you will not get a cold head if you wear a helmet (they are relatively cheap now)

9. ski boots, if you can afford a cheap pair--these will fit better than rental boots, and you won't pick up anyone's stink

10. in case you just want to have fun, and not spend a lot of money on lessons, get a pair of skiboards--in a day you will have a blast, and you won't feel like you are working at some job of "I must get down the mountain without dying".

Answer 4

It really does come down to working out the unit cost of each cake, and then deciding how much profit you'd be happy with. You need to start by pricing up all your ingredients per cake, so if you use 100g of butter to make a cake and butter costs you £1 per 500g block then the butter you use in each cake costs you 20p. You then repeat that for each other ingredient. Don't forget any consumables you use such as cake cases, piping bags, etc, and don't forget to add something for your electricity / gas used in cooking, your time spent, etc. You should also pay a visit to them or to other similar shops locally and see what other similar cakes are on sale for, because that's how much they'll be selling yours for; you don't want to pare your own profits to the bone to later discover they're making a fortune out of your cakes!

Answer 5

all that Jack S said, plus take Deep Heat cream to rub into your aching muscles and some strong painkillers (Ibuprofen or something) - dont know about you, but i ALWAYS hurt after a couple of days!!
Also, take some spf cream - sun can be deceptive on the slopes, you may get a tan, or even burnt - protect yourself. Have a great time!!

Answer 6

thermal leggings (a must)
sallopetes
thermal gloves
goggles (maybe skiing glasses as well)
warm scarfe
skiing jacket (make sure it has pockets for ski pass etc)
warm long socks (eitha thermal ones or football socks are good as well)
Blacks and Millets are alwasy good shops, maybe try online theres a make called thinsulate. the shop freespirit does goggles.

Answer 7

thick socks
sallopets
a good ski jacket
goggles
hat
gloves
suncream
lipsil
boots, poles and skis (most places hire them out)
a head buff (useful)
thermal vest and leggings
tissues
lots of layers of clothing

*i think it is worth the money and time to have a few lessons first otherwise you waste a lot of time on your bum!

Answer 8

Snow

Answer 9

Have a look here http://wikiski.com/wiki/index.php/Category:New_to_the_Snow


and here http://wikiski.com/wiki/index.php/Category:Equipment