The 30 Best Gifts for Skiers That They’ll Love! (2022)

A solid ski helmet is one of the best gifts for skiers because it will come in handy every time they’re on the slopes. While prices for these range substantially, we’ve found that Wildhorn helmets are well-respected as their ski helmets are comfortable, practical, and come with a built-in goggle strap.

All skiers need warm baselayers, and they make for one of the most practical skiing gifts. Smartwool’s Merino 250 baselayer line (for both men and women offers extra-warm, cozy layers that wick sweat and moisture seamlessly on the slopes.

A high-quality ski jacket is essential for a fun day on the slopes. While there are tons of brands that make ski gear, Helly Hansen ski jackets make top-notch, lightweight shells designed specifically for comfort and performance on the slopes, making them perfect, lifelong gifts for skiers that they can keep for years.

If you’re looking for a bit of a different style, Burton is another great option for warm and waterproof ski jackets. Burton ski jackets are designed especially for winter sports, making them perfect gifts for skiers. Plus, they come in all kinds of fun patterns and colors!

Like a good, durable coat, waterproof ski pants are essential because, as everyone knows, skiers spend plenty of time sitting in the snow. The North Face Freedom Pants are some of the warmest and most durable ski pants that make for one of the best ski gifts out there.

Insulated gloves are a skier’s best friends, and the Hestra Heli Ski Gloves are excellent additions to any skier’s gear set. They come with cuffs so you won’t lose them, and they have e-tip functionality so you can use your touch screens while wearing them! (By the way, we have two complete guides on the best ski gloves and ski mittens – check those out for more options!)

While neither cheap nor durable, an Epic Pass is the ultimate gift for the travel-loving skier. Usable at over 60 ski resorts all around the United States, the Epic Pass is one of the best gifts for skiers that money can buy.

Darn Tough ski socks make great companions out on the slopes because they’re comfortable, durable, and warm! We love them because of the extra cushioning they give our feet on cold, snowy days. Give one pair of quality ski socks or a few for an extra special skiing gift this year.

What’s better than regular wool socks? Wool socks with mountains on them, duh. Skiers jump at a chance to show off their love for the mountains, and these mountain-themed Darn Tough Yeti wool socks will surely come in handy on the slopes and for apres-ski.

When you’re out on the slopes on especially cold days, it’s so easy to get cold in your extremities. That’s why we recommend HotHands hand and foot warmers as one of the best gifts for skiers. They’re inexpensive and are perfect to tuck into gloves or boots for a blast of warmth in otherwise arctic conditions.

You know what happens if ski gear doesn’t dry properly? It starts to STINK. Luckily, for ski trips and winter getaways, a packable clothesline is a great tool to hang damp clothes after long days on the slopes. It is a cheap and practical gift for skiers that they’ll use every time they’re at a ski resort.

Snacks are one of the greatest ski gifts, because who doesn’t like snacks? When you’re out on the slopes, expending energy and burning calories left and right, a quick refuel is just what you need.

From our own experience, some snacks that skiers like include:

• Clif bars
• Kind bars
• Gu gels (caffeinated and uncaffeinated)
• Trail mix
• Jerky (vegan and meat varieties)

Once you’re a more advanced skier, you’ll most likely want to wax your gear to optimize your speed on the slopes. Hertel Super Hot Sauce Ski Wax is an all-temperature wax that lasts for three days and doesn’t require an iron (though you can use it that way if you’d like). It’s one of the most useful and budget friendly gifts for skiers that they can use every time they hit the slopes.

If your loved one is a person who prefers books with photos and gorgeous visuals, Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die by Chris Santella is a fantastic book to leaf through and get inspired. You’ll learn about the most incredible, jaw-dropping, and challenging trails in the entire world, with some stunning photos to boot.

There’s nothing better than retreating back to your cabin after a day on the slopes and spending the evening reading a good book…about hitting the slopes! The Art of Fear was written by professional skier Kristen Ulmer about embracing fear and how that applies to snow sports and life in general. This easy, inspiring read is fantastic for those who love snow sports as well as people wanting to understand how to handle fear better.

Chris Burkard’s Under an Arctic Sky is an epic film about surfing under the northern lights. It isn’t exactly about skiing, but it’s a really spectacular story about chasing waves and winter sports in some of Iceland’s most gorgeous landscapes. It’s a great gift to give your winter-loving friends and family…then watch it with them.

What’s more inspiring or entertaining than leafing through an awesome magazine on your favorite topic? (Answer: nothing.) Ski Journal Magazine is all about winter sports, and a subscription is one of the most unique skiing gifts you can give to your favorite winter sports lover.

For outdoor lovers, there are few things as versatile as a neck warmer. It can be worn in many different ways, and it’s touted as 4 times warmer than microfiber. A Turtle Fur Neck Warmer is great for skiers to wear under a thick coat, to use as a scarf, or to hold their hair back under their helmets.

(By the way, we’ve also got a complete guide to the best neck gaiters/neck warmers for skiers!)

If you’ve ever been out in the cold for an extended amount of time with your phone, you’ll know that the batteries tend to die much more quickly. A PHOOZY Thermal Phone Case can keep your phone warm when you’re not using it, maintaining the battery for longer and ensuring it doesn’t get soaked in the snow.

Hydration is a very important part of staying healthy while participating in winter sports, as the action can definitely still dehydrate you. Whether your skier likes their water hot or cold, a Hydro Flask water bottle can keep it that way. Hydro Flask boasts that its bottles keep water cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours…definitely enough for a full day out skiing.

Spending a day (or several) out on the slopes can be fun, but can also cause all kinds of muscle aches and pains. A foam roller is a great tool for stretching and relieving tension after hours of active winter sports, and is one of the best gifts for skiers.

One of the things that’s most uncomfortable about rental gear is the footwear. You can partially solve this problem for your favorite winter sports lover by purchasing them a pair of their own ski boots. You can find tons of great ski boots on REI or Backcountry.

Once your beloved skier is more seasoned, they’re going to need a place to put all their awesome gear (like the stuff in this list!). The Athletico Boot Backpack is the perfect all-in-one bag for skiers. There’s space for a helmet, boots, goggles, and extra gear, all in a lightweight and breathable fabric.

While lots of ski resorts do offer pole rentals, if you’d prefer some that are more lightweight and better customized to your size, these Black Diamond Razor Carbon ski poles are a fantastic companion for skiers anywhere. They work well as a gift for mid-level to advanced skiers looking for a gear upgrade!

While we mentioned some disposable hand warmers earlier in this guide, we’d be remiss if we didn’t offer a zero-waste solution as well. Like we said earlier, keeping extremities warm while out on the slopes is a real challenges for skiers, and a rechargeable hand warmer can be the perfect solution for long days out in the snow.

It gets harder to keep your phone charged the longer you’re out in the cold, so you can probably imagine this being a big challenge for skiers. If you give the gift of a waterproof solar battery pack, however, your skier can recharge while they’re in the sun/snow, and plug in while they’re on the lifts. Pretty nifty, eh?

Full disclosure: this is a totally unnecessary item, but a really cool and useful gift for skiers, especially if they’re planning to hit the slopes several days in a row or throughout the course of a season. The more someone skis or boards, the more damp their boots end up – this DryGuy DX Boot Dryer ensures that they’re fully dry before the next use. It’s one of our favorite ski gadgets and one we’d recommend for any avid skier!

Like many other athletes, skiers are often obsessed with tracking stats and logging their trails. Garmin smart watches do exactly that, and they are one of the more useful gifts for skiers out there.

A GoPro Hero Black is an excellent gift for the avid skier who wants to document their adventures. Portable, weatherproof, and high-quality, a GoPro will help your favorite winter sports lover capture and relive their favorite moments on the slopes again and again.

Pro tip: if you decide to get a GoPro as a skiing gift, don’t forget a helmet mount so they can use it hands-free!