Gear guides · 2026/27

Ski and snowboard gear: what to buy and what to rent

Rent skis and boards; buy the things that touch your body. Boots, a helmet, goggles, gloves and good clothing make the biggest difference to comfort and safety, and rental versions are the least reliable. These guides explain what to look for and list what’s in stock at a UK ski shop, with prices checked daily.

• Ski helmets43 in stock · £31.95 to £403.95
• Ski goggles45 in stock · £28.95 to £324.95
• Snowboard boots24 in stock · £29.95 to £559.95
• Snowboard bindings19 in stock · £87.95 to £359.95
• Women’s ski jackets and trousers32 in stock · £54.95 to £199.95
• Ski gloves and mitts12 in stock · £44.95 to £132.95
• Ski boots14 in stock · £79.95 to £351.95