Your guide to the best priced ski wear!

With the credit crunch biting at your heels and Christmas just around the corner, you're probably thinking that you can't afford to buy new ski wear this year. But you can!
Our Crazy Clearance section on skiwear4less.com is proving to be a huge success, we've slashed the prices on 1000's of products so that you can afford to stock up on some essentials! And the choice just keeps growing each day!
Check out our guide below to your ski wear essentials and pick up some bargains for this years trip!

THERMALS
The most important layer, without a good quality base layer, the performance of each subsequent layer will be compromised. This layer should be close fitting to maximise the fabric's moisture wicking capabilities.
Though it's essential to purchase a good quality set of thermals, it doesn't have to break the bank! We've got sets reduced from £60 a set to just £10 a set! Thats a saving of £50! With brands such as Big Air & Five Seasons, you know you're getting good quality products!



FLEECE
A good quality fleece can be worn underneath your ski jacket to provide extra warmth.
We've got a great selection to choose from, including Dare 2 Be & Five Seasons, with an RRP of £30 we're clearing them for just £14.99! That's a saving of £15!



SKI JACKETS
Purchasing a good quality ski jacket is very important, the jacket you choose should offer durable protection against the abrasive effects of snow and ice, but must be light enough to allow for sustained activity.
We've got some amazing Five Seasons ski jackets for ladies and men in our Clearance section. With RRP's of up to £80, you'll be saving a fantastic £40!



SKI PANTS
Ski pants are constructed on the same principal as ski jackets, therefore it's important to buy a pair which fit well and are comfortable. Detachable braces and adjustable waists can also help to perfect the fit. We've got a great selection to choose from, with prices starting from just £10!



SKI GLOVES
Good quality gloves go a long way to making your ski day comfortable. You need to keep your hands dry and warm and padded ski gloves can also protect against injuries. Look for gloves and mittens that fit snugly, are well insulated, and allow your hands to move freely.
Check out our great range of ski gloves, with prices starting from just £6.99!



ACCESSORIES
There's plenty of other things to stock up on for your trip, such as sunglasses, ski goggles, lift pass holders, handwarmers, footwarmers, ski ties and more. But you'll find them all at knockdown prices at skiwear4less.com
Our best bargain would be our Apres Ski Boots, which we stock in adult sizes for £19.99 and junior sizes for £14.99. These have a huge saving of £20! So grab a pair today!



KIDS SKI WEAR
It's important to choose the correct ski wear for your children, good fitting ski jackets and ski pants are a must. We've got a wide selection at skiwear4less.com in a great range of colours and sizes. Our Kids Clearance section is also stocked with loads of bargains, so be sure to grab some before they dissappear!



In fact, we've got so many bargains it would be impossible for us to fit them all on this blog!
We've also got skis, snowboards and ski boots at incredible knockdown prices, so get yourself over to skiwear4less.com now and fill your cart with some cut price goodies!

Should I buy or rent skis?

Rental means you are able to try out the latest skis, but you are going to pay for this privilege. Many rental rates in France and the USA are over £100 per week. Not cheap! Buying means the skis will probably last you about 15 to 20 weeks. You are soon able to work out why a busy ski rental shop owner, even after paying commission to the tour operator, is the wealthiest man in town.
The cost of new skis has fallen in recent years due to new discounters, like skiwear4less.com and Ski Warehouse retail shops. They now sell both Rossignol and Blizzard skis from £89.99 including bindings. It makes you wonder how the old boys like Snow and Rock and Ellis Brigham can charge over £600 for a sophisticated lump of wood!
If you have your own skis the two biggest enemies of them are rocks and rust. Rocks mean that the skis will need servicing, cost about £18 from The Ski Warehouse (branches in Tamworth, Castleford, Newcastle and Carlisle) or £25+ from Snow & Rock. Rust, or if your posh oxidisation, of the edges takes place for the simple reason that people leave wet skis in a nylon bag. After your holiday the best thing to do is thoroughly dry your skis, leaving them in an airing cupboard overnight even. Once dry, seal the edges using a cheap candle so no moisture can penetrate the edge and put them in a dry environment.
Before you go to ski again, simply rub off the excess wax and hey presto your whizzing down the slopes whilst others are queuing in the hire shop!

What's the best ski for me?

This most frequently asked question is not a simple one to answer. This question relies on many factors such as your height, weight, skiing ability, male or female, aggressive or non agressive towards the snow. Type of terrain you like to ski, length of time you have spent skiing and of course budget.
Although, Snow + Rock and budget don't seem to mix.
Just because you're worth a few bob doesn't necessarily mean you should buy an expensive ski or on the other hand, if you're an expert skier don't expect a beginners ski to perform like a FIS race ski.
We strongly advise that if you're not sure simply phone us on 01228 792006 for good honest advice.
Great value and advice, no wonder we sell one in five of the UK's skis.