Piste Perfect: 8 Gadgets And Wearables For The Slopes

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Piste Perfect: 8 Gadgets And Wearables For The Slopes
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Getting bundled up and hurling yourself down a mountain can be fun, but also comes with its own set of challenges. From cold smartphone fingers to tricky backpack manoeuvres, these gadgets aim to solve your piste problems and take your day on the slopes from cool to downright chill.

By Evan Varsamis

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Carv Real-Time Ski Wearable – Are you a ski newbie, or keen to work on your technique? With this wearable, you’ll be able to access personalised ski lessons on every run. Slipping right into your ski boot and measuring everything from pressure to motion in order to analyse your form, the wearable can actually communicate tips to you in real time, via an app and headphones, helping you improve your technique as you ski.

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EGX Snow Goggle by Electric California – This set of cylindrical goggles allows you to take on winter weather with confidence, due to the innovative press seal technology that keeps out the cold. Plus, you’ll get to enjoy wide peripheral vision and 100% UV protection, as well as anti-fog, anti-scratch and anti-reflective technology.

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SNOOKS Women’s Ski & Snowboard Outerwear – Ditch the traditional ski outerwear and switch to something more stylish. Designed by women, for women (no twee colours here!), the Union Jacket features a waterproof but breathable outer layer that comes with a mesh goggle pocket, thumbhole cuffs, adjustable waist, a longline fishtail design and more. A practical jacket that promises to keep you warm, dry and going strong, all day long.

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Wolffepack Summit Snowsports & Access Backpack – Hate dealing with your backpack getting on and off the chairlift? Need faster, easier access to your stuff in between runs? Specifically designed for snow sports and featuring built-in back protection, this backpack ensures quick, hassle-free access to your gear with a simple twist.

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Majic Ski/Snowboard Helmet – The helmet you never knew you needed. What makes this headgear one-of-a-kind is the integrated visor that minimises wind and prevents water from getting inside. What’s more, the helmet is made of carbon composite fibre and is equipped with a high-impact-resistant shell, which ups the safety certifications, and also features a ventilation system and removable inner lining for increased hygiene and comfort.

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Giro Contact Goggles for Snow Sports – Sometimes you just need to see more. Thanks to the expansion view technology (EXV) on these high-design contact goggles, you get much wider peripheral vision, plus magnetic interchangeable lenses. If that’s not enough, the fleece liner filled with triple layer foam makes sure the goggles rest comfortably on your face while protecting you from harsh weather conditions.

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Double Layered Touchscreen Gloves by Mujjo – Accessing your smartphone while bundled up on a ski slope becomes an effortless process with these touchscreen gloves. Equipped with an extra wool layer providing enhanced insulation, the updated design is highly durable and includes a leather wrist strap with magnetic snap closure.

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BSG2 Magnetic, Unbreakable Snow Goggles – If you find yourself literally falling on your face often, then you definitely need a pair of these. But what makes this scientifically advanced pair of snow goggles unique isn’t necessarily their cool features (which include replaceable magnetic lenses and an unbreakable frame), it’s the affordable price point. A perfect companion for your day on the slopes.

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Evan Varsamis is the CEO and Founder of The Gadget Flow, a powerful online platform for discovering the world’s coolest new devices and high-tech accessories. Evan is a leading voice in the world of gadgets and tech, and as an American Express Global Citizen he shares his top new product finds – for work, play and everything in between – each month. Find out more about The Gadget Flow and get the app here.

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