Grab bag for the holidays
by Dave Irons/
Tecnica Dragon 100 UltraFit boot
Salomon Snowtrip jacket
SSKI wax
by Dave Irons/
Tecnica Dragon 100 UltraFit boot
Salomon Snowtrip jacket
SSKI wax
Marker Attiva M2 helmet
Volkl RC Titanium ski
The ski shop is loaded with great gifts for the skier on your list, with everything from skis to ski wear, accessories and even gadgets. Here we have room for only a handful of items, but your ski shop will have a lot more. If a skiing or snowboarding Santa puts a gift certificate in your stocking or under the tree, hitch up the sleigh and head to the ski shop.
Volkl RC Titanium skis
$919 with Marker iPT 12.0 Piston
$845 with iPT 11.0 TC
www.volkl.com
The RC is among the most versatile of skis. A slalom sidecut provides the quickness while a GS flex makes it smooth and forgiving. This is an ideal ski for the good skier who wants to carve turns on groomers. Bindings are included.
Tecnica Dragon 100 UltraFit boot
$549
www.tecnicausa.com
With shorter skis, this 100 flex boot is plenty, yet it has all the features of the more expensive race models. Adjustable alignment and flex maximize performance and make fitting easy.
Salomon Snowtrip jacket
$280
www.salomonsports.com
This jacket lives up to its name. The “Snowtrip” was designed for travel and can be worn as a shell or with the liner for cold days. The liner also can be worn as a lightweight outer piece, and all are waterproof and breathable.
SSKI wax
$20
www.sskiwax.com
Here is an answer for parents whose kids are into racing, which means waxing skis. This wax doesn’t have to be ironed in, is solvent free and has no fumes. It’s safe, and anyone can apply it. Simply rub it on, polish with the provided pad and spread a top coat over the entire ski base. Even adults can use it.
Marker Attiva M2 helmet
$99
www.markerusa.com
Designed with the female skier in mind, this helmet is slim and lightweight and comes only in feminine colors of pink and pearl white. Features include a removable neck roll, ear pads and a fleece-like lining that is machine washable.