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Equipment Checklist Equipment Checklist Skis Ski Boots Ski Bindings Ski Poles Snowboard Gear Ski Boards Telemarking Ski Touring X-Country Off-Piste Racing Kids Gear Ski Fads Ski Clothing Accessories Checklist There's nothing more annoying than starting your skiing holiday by shelling out for a new pair of sunglasses because you left yours at home. We've come up with a quick checklist of the basics you should have with you. Print it off and pin it to the kitchen wall. Skis, poles and boots Ski jacket and pants Socks, underwear and thermals Gloves (both ski and woollen for around the resort) hat and scarf Sunglasses and goggles SPF 15 suncream, lipsalve, total block cream Rucksack/Backpack Boots that have soles with a good grip for walking around the resort Photos for lift pass Something to read (for the airport and plane) First aid kit containing: Any regular medication you need Painkillers eg paracetamol (especially for those hangovers...) Anti-inflammatories, eg Ibuprofen Elasticated bandages Sticking plasters Re-hydration powders (see above re hangovers) Tape Scissors Safety pins Contraceptives (you never know...) Passport Travel documents Credit cards Travellers' cheques Local currency Insurance documents     [Photo: Salomon] Got everything you need for your trip?   What are you looking for?   Skis Snowboards Ski Boots Ski Doctor   Snowboard Boots Snowboard Bindings Boot Doctor Board Doctor

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