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Cross-Country Skiing Checklist

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Equipment
Expert Advice Image Skis/bindings Expert Advice Image Boots
Expert Advice Image Poles Expert Advice Image Fanny pack or daypack
Expert Advice Image Drinking water in an insulated container Expert Advice Image Map of ski area in a waterproof case
Expert Advice Image Extra clothing (socks, mittens, hat) Expert Advice Image Food
Expert Advice Image Sunscreen and lip balm Expert Advice Image Sunglasses or goggles
Expert Advice Image Small first-aid kit Expert Advice Image Ski wax and waxing tools
Expert Advice Image Money for ski pass and lunch

Clothing
Expert Advice Image Wicking long underwear top and bottom (such as MTS® or Capilene®) Expert Advice Image Fleece jacket or wool sweater
Expert Advice Image Fleece tights or wool pants/knickers Expert Advice Image Ski socks (wool or synthetic)
Expert Advice Image Wicking liner socks Expert Advice Image Gaiters

Outerwear
Expert Advice Image Outer shell jacket (waterproof/breathable such as Gore-Tex® or Elements®) OR soft shell jacket Expert Advice Image Outer shell pants (waterproof/breathable such as Gore-Tex® or Elements®) OR soft shell pants
Expert Advice Image Waterproof gloves or overmitts or shelled ski gloves Expert Advice Image Fleece or wool mittens or gloves
Expert Advice Image Neck gaiter or balaclava Expert Advice Image Fleece or wool hat or headband





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