Japan Skiing

EQUIPMENT LIST – Japan Skiing

TRIPS COVERED BY THIS LIST:

  • Japan Skiing

A NOTE ABOUT EQUIPMENT LISTS: Nothing can ruin a trip faster than having the wrong gear for the conditions at hand.  All our programs are subject to rapid and severe changes in the weather.  Select garments that are warm, lightweight, and durable.  Generally speaking, the best arrangement is to think in terms of layers – a system that dries quickly, allows flexibility and resists wind, water,r and abrasion. All of us have different tolerances for heat or cold; for example, you might choose warmer gloves than specified here if you tend to get cold hands. If you have doubts about a specific garment’s appropriateness, please discuss this with your guide in advance to determine the conditions you are most likely to experience. This list is built for a trip with an unsettled weather forecast.  With a good weather forecast, some of these items may be left behind to save weight.

Clothing

Head, Hands & Feet

  • Warm Hat 
  • Sun Hat 
  • Buff
  • Lightweight Gloves (for uphill; softshell)
  • Midweight Gloves 
  • Heavyweight Gloves (for downhill; waterproof and breathable)
  • Ski Socks (2-3 pairs)

Upper Body Layers

  • Lightweight or Midweight Baselayer Top
  • Lightweight Fleece or Puffy jacket
  • Softshell Jacket with Hood
  • Puffy Jacket with Hood
  • Hardshell Jacket w/ Hood (for storm days)

Lower Body Layers

  • Lightweight or Midweight Baselayer Bottom
  • Softshell Pants
  • Hardshell Pants (for storm days)

Accessories

  • Backpack (35-45 Liters, designed for skiing)
  • Sunglasses
  • Goggles
  • Sunscreen and spf lip balm
  • Cloth Mask
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Thermos
  • Headlamp
  • Blister Kit
  • Optional: Ski Helmet

Ski/Ride

  • Skis or Split Board
  • Climbing Skins (sized and cut for your skis or board)
  • Ski or Snowboard Boots
  • Ski Poles (collapsible for split boarders)
  • Ski Strap
  • Repair kit (critical for telemark or split board set ups)

Avalanche Saftety (these can be rented from NCMG)

  • Transceiver (3 antenna, less than 5 years old)
  • Shovel (metal blade required)
  • Probe (240cm or longer)

Lodges

  • Toiletries / Prescriptions
  • Ear Plugs
  • “Street” Clothes to wear in the evenings
  • Snow boots
  • A large tote bag for bringing stuff into the onsens and lodges from the van

Travel

  • Medium Duffel (we have very limited space in our Japanese rental vans – please pack light!)
  • Ski Bag
  • Passport
  • Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Cash (Japan is a very cash-based economy and most rural places don’t accept credit or debit cards)
  • Travel Clothing

 

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