An up-to-date list of all of the gear I actually use (and love) for cross-country skiing!
This gear guide is focused on apparel and accessories. For info on skis, boots, and poles, please go to your local ski shop! Some legacy items I’ve had for a long time are no longer made, they are either not listed or don’t include a link.
| Type | Gear I Use |
|---|---|
| Jacket | Craft Glide Hood Softshell Jacket |
| Patagonia Micropuff Hoody – for very cold days | |
| Salomon Light Shell Vest | |
| Pants | Swix Universal X Pants – full zip |
| Craft ADV Hybrid Softshell Pants | |
| Midlayer – top | Patagonia R1 Pullover – very warm |
| Patagonia Capilene Midweight 1/4 zip | |
| Baselayer – top | Craft SubZ Wool Baselayer |
| Craft Active Extreme Baselayer | |
| Baselayer – bottom | Athleta High-Waisted Leggings |
| Socks | Darn Tough Micro Crew Midweight |
| Fits Medium Nordic Crew | |
| Darn Tough Nordic Socks | |
| Gloves | Hestra Primaloft Mitt |
| Swix Split Mitt | |
| Headbands/Hats | Skida Fleece-Lined Headband |
| Skida Nordic Hat | |
| Buff/Balaclava | Skida Snow Tour |
| Skida Fleece Bandana – great for cold days | |
| Sun Hat | Skida Brim Hat – for sunny spring days |
| Sunglasses | ROCKBROS Polarized Sunglasses |
| Headlamp | Black Diamond Sprint 225 |
| GPS Watch | Coros APEX 2 |
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