The Best Snowboarding Gear of 2017-18

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11 Snowboarding Gear Must-Haves

When it comes to keeping you safe and warm, your snowboarding gear matters. If you’re updating your kit this season, don’t miss our top picks for men and women.

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Smith Code Helmet

Despite the minimal look, this helmet provides maximum brain protection. Uses Koroyd® construction to absorb impact energy paired with a MIPS liner to reduce brain injuries from impacts. $180

Smith Optics Adult Code MIPS Ski Snowmobile Helmet – Matte Black / Large


Adidas Progressor C Goggles

Adidas Progressor C Goggles

With this goggle, the field of vision is so big; you almost forget you’re wearing them. If you have a wider face, you’ll love the crisp, clear oversized lenses and quick lens swapping technology. $160

Adidas ad81 6052 Bright Shiny Yellow LST Active Progressor C Visor Goggles Lens


Skida Alpine Neckwarmer

Skida Alpine Neckwarmer

Stay warm and stylin’ on the slopes with a made-in-Vermont neckwarmer lined with cozy Polartec® micro-fleece. Poly-blend outer fabric wicks away moisture to keep your face dry. $26


Columbia Powder Keg Pant
Columbia Powder Keg Jacket

Columbia Powder Keg Jacket & Pant

Whether you’re slaying powder or cruising groomers, this stretchy jacket-pant combo delivers. Columbia’s Omni-Heat insulation and a thermal-heat-reflective lining keep you warm and dry without feeling bulky. Jacket $350, Pants $250

Columbia Powder Keg Womens Insulated Ski Jacket – Small/Punch Pink

Columbia Powder Keg Womens Ski Pants – Medium/Dynasty


 Icebreaker Affinity Thermo Hooded Pullover

Icebreaker Affinity Thermo Hooded Pullover

Thanks to Thermoquilt fabrication, you’ll stay warm with just this under your coat. The technology uses a quilted pattern to hold in warmth when you’re cold and release it once you warm up. Made of breathable merino wool blended with soft polyester. $180


Airblaster Men’s Merino Blend Hooded Ninja Suit

Airblaster Men’s Merino Blend Hooded Ninja Suit

The ultimate baselayer; this one-piece suit’s new Woolverino fabric blends Merino wool with Tencel and Lycra to make it stretchier, stronger, and faster drying than ever. When nature calls, a fly allows for quick bathroom breaks without fully stripping. $200


Dakine ELECTRA Mitts

Dakine ELECTRA Mitts

Made for the park and warmer days, the affordable, Thinsulate-insulated Electra has touchscreen-compatible fabric for staying connected without ditching your mitts. $35


Smartwool PhD Slopestyle Light Elite Plaid

Smartwool PhD Slopestyle Light Elite Plaid

Socks slipping or feet freezing? Get these low-profile socks with a seamless toe, double elastic fit to keep your foot in place, and Indestructawool construction for warmth and durability. $26


Helly Hansen Ten-Below HT

Helly Hansen Ten-Below HT

When it’s beer thirty, swap stiff boots for cozy Primaloft-insulated sneakers that fit under your snowpants. A waterproof membrane and grippy rubber outsole make them good to go in any weather. $130


 K2 Sapera Boots

K2 Sapera Boots

Absorb vibration and impact with these new, all-mountain, medium-flex boots designed for women and all kinds of terrain. Get a customized fit thanks to included heat-moldable Intuition liners. $270


 Arbor Westmark Camber and Rocker Snowboards

Arbor Westmark Camber and Rocker Snowboards

Available in camber and rocker versions, these popular men’s boards deliver a fun, responsive ride. Expect poppier performance from the camber edition and a buttery, floaty ride with rocker (Rocker board pictured).
$450

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Jenny Willden is the Managing Editor of Outdoor Sports Guide and a self-proclaimed gear and grammar nut. She's a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Adventure Travel Trade Association. A lover of adventure and travel, she's happiest when riding horses or snowboarding in Utah’s mountains. Follow Jenny’s exploits on Twitter @jennywillden or Instagram @jlwillden.

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