Ski suits

Winter will come very soon, which means that it will be time for winter activities, nature walks, skiing, ice skating and sledding. Fans of outdoor activities are trying to go to the mountains or, at least, are content with artificial trails. Recently, alpine skiing has gained unheard of popularity. Even those who know little about skiing tend to the mountains.

The most important attribute that you want to take with you is a ski suit. On how comfortable you feel, half the success depends. If skis can be rented on site, then with a suit the situation is more complicated. Need to know how to choose equipment. In this article we will talk about ski suits.

Ski clothing has its own specific features:

• Fully sealed seams;
• Removable hood;
• Ventilation in the armpits, and sometimes at the back;
• Snow skirt and cuffs on the sleeves to prevent the ingress of snow inside;
• Skipass pocket on the sleeve;
• Secret and external pockets for documents, phones, keys;
• A piece of material in the outer pocket for wiping glasses;
• Reflective inserts.

It must be remembered that a ski suit is not only outerwear. It is also underwear and socks. This detail needs to be given no less attention than the top. For everyday wear is considered optimal underwear made from natural fabrics. But for sports, on the contrary, you need to choose synthetic underwear. This material will allow moisture to evaporate quickly, and the skin - to breathe. It is better to buy thermal underwear known manufacturers and then there will be no problems.

Modern designers are paying more attention to ski suits, as the demand for them increases constantly. Today you can find men's suits, women's and unisex.

Fusion is chosen mainly by professional athletes. They are made in such a way that they make it easy to move and keep warm. The special cut of this garment even helps to increase the speed. One piece suit has many advantages. It is waterproof and protects against wind.

Separate models are bought, for the most part, by amateur athletes.. They consist of two parts of a jacket and pants. This kit can be worn in the city. However, like other ski clothing, it is equipped with all the necessary technology. Often, pants and jacket are connected by clasps or laces.

Species for the intended purpose:

1. Racing. This type of suit is designed for competitions and training in alpine skiing. For its production uses the most durable materials. Because of their elasticity, they completely fit the figure. A distinctive feature of a racing suit is that when it is created, wind-proof fabric is not used. His task is to quickly moisture and high-quality thermoregulation.
2. The trigger. This type of jumpsuit is designed to participate in various tournaments. It has a special form-fitting cut that increases speed while running. Trigger suits are chosen not only by professional athletes, but also beginners. In this model, you can see how the arms and legs are located, which allows the coach to put the right technique. Jumpsuits, among other things, have a protected back, forearm and lower leg, which is simply necessary in the ski run.
3. Running. This suit is recommended for non-professional skiers. It has a free cut. The running suit is slightly warmed and strengthened ahead with special wind protection. By its qualities it looks like a training one.
4. Walking As the name suggests, these jumpsuits are used for outdoor recreation. They are free, comfortable, durable and insulated.
5. Training. This type of suit is designed for sports workouts. Also, they are often bought by amateur athletes. Typically, such a kit includes a jacket, extended rear. Bottom on her elastic band. The sleeves are wide, do not limit movement. Pants are narrowed, may have straps. There is an additional windproof fabric in front, and the back of the fabric is well stretched, providing free movement and good ventilation.

Often, women who wear large sizes of clothes face the problem of buying a ski suit. Indeed, it is not easy to find a practical and at the same time stylish model of the jumpsuit in a non-standard size. Be that as it may, designers try to please all customers and develop clothes for every taste and style.

Practical spacious models on the membrane have become an excellent solution for skiing. These costumes do not limit movement and prevent the penetration of wind and cold. Large size ski suits can be found in classic colors as well as in bright colors. They can also have a variety of prints. Such products are made of durable materials and accessories and are no different from standard size models.

Ski equipment includes 3 layers of clothing. Each of them has its own purpose.

• Inner layer.

His task - to remove moisture from the body. This is usually a thermal underwear, adjacent to the skin.

• Insulation.

This layer is designed to keep warm. This can be either a layer of the jumpsuit itself, or various sweaters or sweaters.

• Protection.

This layer is the material of the costume itself. Its functions - protection from rain, wind and snow.

Thermo-underwear good quality should rid the skin of sweat, "passing" it to the next layer. The material for the winter thermal underwear is modern synthetics, allowing the skin to breathe. It should be noted that it dries quickly and prevents the growth of bacteria.

Socks must also be special. Many manufacturers make socks. They do not get wet themselves and give all the moisture out. In addition, they struggle with an unpleasant smell. Quality socks are usually insulated and sealed around the fingers, heels and shins. There are socks with a massage effect that increase the blood circulation of the legs.

The third layer is a jumpsuit or a set consisting of a jacket and trousers. This garment is characterized by water resistance and vapor permeability. The first position reflects the pressure of water that can hold the material to leakage. The second says about the amount of steam per square meter, which the material produces per day.

Three types of membranes are known:

• Hydrophilic (besorovye)

They work like diffusion. At the top of the membrane, enough condensate is collected to impregnate the fabric and remove moisture to the outside. In clothes from a besporovy membrane it is usually "slightly wet". It is better to buy for average temperatures. It is practical, flexible and does not need particularly careful care.

• Porous

They function due to small pores through which a vapor molecule is passed through and does not pass water at all. The suit made of this material should not be worn in warm and humid weather. In addition, it is known for its fragility. Although it is worth noting that it is well suited for cold weather when the body heats up.

• Combined membranes

Currently it is the best option. Although it contains not only the positive qualities of previous types of membranes, but also negative ones. Of the advantages of this material can be noted excellent wear resistance, water resistance and stretch properties. Its disadvantages include a high price and poor performance at high humidity and low temperature.

Choosing ski equipment should pay attention to such indicators as material, membrane characteristics and additional details. High-quality fabric should be hypoallergenic and provide good ventilation. The lining of the suit should push the collected moisture to the outer layers of the fabric, and the heat should reflect inwards. The best option is mesh or fleece lining fabric.

Also an important criterion is the strength of the product. On the knees, elbows, shoulders must be seals, which in case of a fall will help soften the blow.

It is important to have a hood on the jacket. It must be adjustable in two planes. His task is to protect from wind and snow and at the same time he should not interfere with the view. Some models are equipped with a detachable mask, which, if necessary, can be stored in a pocket.

Choosing a ski suit, do not overlook the details.

1. All snakes must be serviceable and “ride” without any problems.
2. The zipper on the jacket should be protected by a flap to prevent drafts.
3. The more pockets the better.
4. The cuffs on the sleeves should be fastened easily and securely so that the snow does not fall inside.
5. Inside the collar should be covered with a fleece. This will save the face from weathering.
6. Ideally buy costumes with the sign "RECCO". This is a reflector for emergency responders.
7. Footwear for a ski suit
8. The best shoes for a ski suit are ski boots. Buying them is as difficult as in the case of a suit.

• There are two main rules to use when choosing shoes.

- Boots must fit tightly, never squeeze or hang out. In order to understand whether this or that model suits you, walk around in it for about ten minutes. While lifting on the toe, the heel should not come off the insole.

- The stiffness of the ski boots is selected depending on the driving style. For beginners, more suitable shoes made of less rigid plastic. You can switch from walking to skiing and vice versa. These shoes give more freedom at the time of bending the legs in the legs. Also, these shoes will be comfortable while waiting for their turn on the lift. For more experienced athletes fit more rigid models of shoes.

Today ski equipment can be found anywhere. But, so that the suit does not disappoint you and does not turn out to be fake, it is better to contact special sports shops. There you can find out the necessary information from the seller, try on a suit, choose the right size. In addition, you will be sure that you buy a quality item, as they usually sell clothing directly from the manufacturer. Trusted and bona fide stores are sportmaster, columbia, roxy, stayer, kerom, azimuth, salomon, vitgen and so on.

For those who want to save, a good option are sports online stores. As a rule, their prices are below market. However, no one can guarantee the quality of the goods. And try on your favorite model, you can only at home.Therefore, since you decided to make a purchase in the online store, choose well-known and popular sites, so as not to throw money away.

A high-quality skiing suit is not a cheap pleasure. It is worth noting that you do not need to save on it. Otherwise, you risk to ride in unpleasant conditions, get sick, buy a suit for one season or at least look ridiculous. True, beginners should not buy expensive high-tech models. They simply do not need them!

Depending on the materials used and various bells and whistles, prices for ski suits are the most diverse. Men's jacket can cost from 30 to 90 thousand rubles. Women are usually more expensive. The minimum price is 45 thousand and it can reach 190 thousand rubles. Pants for men can be bought for 20-50 thousand rubles. For women will need from 20 to 70 thousand. Overalls are usually slightly cheaper than a suit.

During the purchase you need to be careful not to run into a fake. Imitations of famous brands can be found for 5 thousand rubles. Another question is that there is no question of any convenience, reliability or durability in this case. It is necessary to acquire ski suits only in the checked places - branded boutiques or in the network of sports supermarkets.

If the costume does not have tags and packaging, if the logo is carelessly executed (there are irregularities or sticking out threads) if there is no data on the technology and composition of the thing, if there are ordinary lightning on the product, and not YKK lightning), if in general the product has an unpresentable look - so it's fake. In the store selling such models, it is better not to buy anything.

• This season, pay attention to the soft shades, without excessive acidity. This is peach, eggplant, purple, brown and so on.
• As a picture, select the cell, strip, zebra, abstraction. Particularly interesting ethnic motifs.
• It should be preferred models of simple cut, with a minimum number of seams and without unnecessary details.
• Rhinestones and excessive jewelry this season are not popular.
• You should not buy short or narrowed styles, as well as jackets decorated with fur. In the mountains, they will look inappropriate.
• Today, high stand-up collars are in fashion.
• It is interesting to look at membrane fabrics made under canvas, velvet or jeans.

Over time, membrane products clog up due to sweat salts. This also applies to fluff. For this reason, the product must be washed once a year. However, in the washing machine, this can not be done. Normal powder, too, can not be used. It needs to be well remembered, otherwise you just spoil the thing. Such products must be washed using special tools. The best way to learn about washing methods is to ask the seller at the time of purchase.

There are not membrane, and impregnated models. So they generally can not be erased by any means. Under the influence of chemicals impregnation rolls and the moisture-protective effect disappears.

It is necessary to dry the suit after each use. Better to do it in a natural way. Use heaters or batteries - you can not!

As you can see, buying ski clothes is not easy and requires a responsible approach. Take your time, weigh everything and think it over and then your choice will delight you for a long time.