slopes gear Once the snow starts flying we are on the slopes as a family, which can be a little bit of a challenge with all the different ability levels. The other challenge? We’ve all been there when the toddler needs to go potty and they are wearing approximately six layers and you’re stuck in a public bathroom trying to keep all their clothes off the floor. These parenting hurdles aside, finding the right gear makes a huge difference. We have tried out what seems like nearly every brand, and here are our absolute favorites which we keep buying each year (or passing down) as they outgrow them.
Giro Helmets www.giro.com
Smith Goggles www.smithoptics.com
Kids Ski Socks www.eurosock.com
where to hit the slopes WEST MOUNTAIN
GORE MOUNTAIN
59 West Mountain Road 793 Peaceful Valley Road Queensbury, NY 12804 North Creek, NY 12853 (518) 636-3699 (518) 251-5026 24 | MAMATOGA FALL WINTER 2015 www.goremountain.com www.westmtn.net
WHITEFACE MOUNTAIN 5021 Route 86 Wilmington, NY 12997 (518) 946-2223 www.whiteface.com