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How to dress well for #szusowanko?
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Winter is beautiful, for many of us the most important time of the year. Often, like the first star, we wait for the first snowfall, to look first for the launch of the cannons, then the opening of the ski season. In order to have the full pleasure of enjoying the slopes, in addition to taking care of physical form, we must also be well dressed. Let's remember, especially in the mountains, winter likes to show its more demanding face.
From the article you will learn:
- What features ski clothing should have to ensure comfort and protection during winter activities
- Where to start picking out your outfit for the slopes — and why thermoactive underwear is crucial
- What technical characteristics to pay attention to when choosing jackets, trousers and gloves
In theory, everything seems simple - it is supposed to be, first of all, warm. But with regard to the practice of winter sports, there are still many additional aspects that must be taken into account. And, of course, it's not just about the color scheme or the choice of clothes in accordance with the current prevailing on the slopes fashion.
Warmth and comfort
Frost and wind, which are frequent guests in our sites, impose on us the obligation to put on warm clothes. But let's remember that it must also be comfortable if we plan to drive several hours on, for example, the slopes of Zeleniec. On the other hand, we must also remember not to overdo it with the number of layers, because it is not said at all that a jacket, fleece and even a warm sweater will limit heat dissipation, for example during a rollercoaster ride. Ski or snowboard clothing is not only a jacket, pants, helmet and goggles. Selection of suitable elements It is necessary to start with thermoactive underwear. Colloquially it is said that this is breathable underwear. That is, one that keeps you warm, reduces sweating, while giving comfort and a sense of comfort.
Today, the technologies of sewing and clothing production have risen to the heights, because available in the range of many brands - for example 4F, Solomon whether Mountain Warehouse they perform all the most important functions - they are light, elastic, seamless, but above all they fill with thermoactive protection - they allow to preserve the heat produced by our body, and thanks to “breathing” they reduce sweating to a large extent by wicking away moisture.
Outer layer
The same goes for the rest of the winter wardrobe. The jacket and trousers should also meet certain conditions, that is, have optimal parameters. This is, above all, adequate insulation, which clothing should be able to provide throughout the day. Both the jacket and the pants should absolutely be waterproof, that is, have a waterproof membrane. Another parameter worth paying attention to is the so-called breathability measured by the parameters RET (evaporation resistance coefficient) and MVTR (water vapor permeability) expressed in g/m²/24 h according to the company's recommendations Solomon, a leading manufacturer of ski clothing and equipment, the range of parameters is as follows:
- RET below 6/MVTR over 30,000 — very good breathability
- RET 6-12/MVTR 20,000-30,000 — good breathability
- RET above 15/MVTR less than 10,000 — poor breathability
Other very useful functions of the jacket in particular are the hood, pockets or snow belt. People who plan ski trips in the Tatras or the Alps should definitely consider buying a jacket with a Recco sensor, which is a system that allows to locate a person who has been hit by an avalanche.
Additional, also important elements
When choosing a dress It is also worth paying a little attention to the selection of the right gloves. Here again, several factors must be taken into account. First, like all elements of a ski wardrobe, they must be comfortable and flexible. We should be able to pull them off easily, but they should also be elastic so that you can easily insert their tips under the sleeves of the jacket. Secondly, they must of course be waterproof and, of course, warm, because the hands are also very exposed to low temperature values.A separate issue, of course, is the fashion and trends prevailing on the slopes. It goes without saying that you also have to look good on the slope! In spite of everything, however, it is better to initially focus on the technical parameters of clothing, only then taking into account aesthetic issues. Although, on the other hand, the elements of the ski wardrobe available in most stores take into account all the requirements of modern fashion.All winter wardrobe items are available in stores located in Wroclaw Fashion Outlet — the only outlet center in Lower Silesia. Among more than 100 brands, you can also find outdoor salons: 4F, Alpine Pro, Mountain Warehouse, Quiksilver or Salomon.
It is worth adding that until January 15, 2022 there is a special promotion, thanks to which you can collect for purchases of at least PLN 700 7-hour pass to Zieleniec Sport Arena at the information point of the center!
