Cranmore's Ultimate Checklist for Beginners

Phone, keys, wallet? Everything you need to pack before hitting the slopes.
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For those who are new to the slopes, or who just haven’t clicked into their skis in a minute, here’s a checklist of everything you need to prep for the 2024/25 season!

START WITH BECOMING A SNOW CHASER!

There’s nothing like falling asleep the night of a big snowstorm, knowing you’re going to wake up to fresh pow, bluebird skies and plenty of skiing!

Stay up-to-date on all the coming snow days this winter by subscribing to our daily snow report or downloading the Cranmore app.

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CLOTHING ESSENTIALS

  • Waterproof ski jacket
    • We recommended getting a shell and a puffy you can wear together. You’ll be glad to have it when spring skiing kicks off and you want to shed a layer!

  • Ski pants (or bibs for those looking to mix it up)

  • Base layer tops and bottoms
    • Make sure your layers are non-cotton. Once cotton gets wet, there’s no coming back; keeping your core warm and insulated is key!

  • Gloves and mittens

  • Wool socks (merino wool is our recommendation)

  • Ski goggles

  • Helmet

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ITEM ESSENTIALS

  • Skis or snowboard
    • Stop by the Cranmore Rental Shop for the essentials you don’t already have. We offer a large inventory of Rossignol performance skis and snowboards, helmets and ski poles.

  • Ski and snowboard boots

  • Credit card and cash

  • Lift Tickets/Season Passes

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THE CRANMORE LIST OF ESSENTIALS… YOU’LL THANK US LATER

  • Sunscreen

  • RFID card

  • Hand and toe warmers

  • Our Spotify playlist

  • Aquaphor

  • Neck gaiter

  • Flask (with hot chocolate, of course!)

You can purchase gear at Cranmore’s on-site Sport Thoma shop. Or, if you’re looking to save a penny, head to Settlers Green on Black Friday for some tax-free shopping!

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