What should skiers pack?

Ski gear

Pack the skis you need for racing!

• Both pairs of skis
• Both pairs of ski boots or your Combi boots
• Both pairs of poles

Clothing

You want to remain warm and dry, comfortable in the evenings and on the bus.

• Uniform and Varsity jacket
• Ski clothing for your Tuesday workout
• Warm clothes for colder temperatures, like a balaclava (covering face and head), buff, headband, and/or hat
• Extra gloves or mittens
• Extra warm socks
• Snow boots
• Pajamas
• Warm clothing for watching the other day of races (it'll be cooooold!)
• Comfortable clothing for between races and the bus trip home

Consider packing HAND WARMERS and FOOT WARMERS, friends!

If you like to keep your sweaty clothes separate from your clean clothes, you might pack a large plastic bag to separate them.

Accommodations

You are staying in a villa with other skiers and coaches. Bedding, pillows, towels, and washcloths are provided. Pack your toiletries.

Additionally, consider what you may want at night in your room.

• Headlamp
• Phone/device charger
• Cards, board games

Snacks

You are welcome to bring snacks. Coach Abery suggests aiming for high protein and without sugar.

How should skiers pack?

Three bags are needed. Make sure your name is on the outside of EVERY bag.

Your daypack/backpack will stay with you on the bus to and from Biwabik. All other bags will travel under the bus.

Bag 1: Daypack/backpack

This bag will stay with you on the bus both ways.

• Money for bus stops
• Bagged lunch
• Sports bottle with water or sports drink
• Homework, headphones, etc.

Skiers should wear or have available in their daypack the clothing they are going to wear to preview the course on Tuesday.

Bag 2: Ski bag

Skis will travel under the bus.

• Both pairs of skis and rock skis, if you have them
• Both pairs of poles
• Both pairs of boots
• If you are not using a ski bag, make sure skis and poles are securely tied together. Rubber bands do not work.

Bag 3: Overnight pack (suitcase or duffle bag)

All ski clothing, snacks, toiletries, etc. that are not needed in your daypack/backpack.