15 Gift Ideas for Dad Skiers and Snowboarders
If your old man is anything like me, he loves to ski. I learned how to ski in Colorado when I was 8-years-old over a three day weekend. I took lessons the first day and a half, and by the time it was time to drive back to Kansas I was skiing blues with my dad.
It might be tough to think of the ideal present for your dad who is always wanting to go skiing with you and your family. Especially since skiing gear is expensive, size-dependent, and for people who don’t ski it’s difficult to understand what makes a great skiing gift for dad. Don’t worry, we’ve got your back – this comprehensive guide has outstanding presents for your ski bum dad that they’ll use on the slopes for years.
1) Turbine Planet Jacket
Sometimes it’s nice to upgrade something dad already has. For your skiing dad, a new jacket for the slopes just might be your answer. A warm, waterproof jacket will keep dad comfortable all day long while he’s ripping it — or cruising down the greens.
2) Burton Gore-Tex Gloves
If you’ve never gone skiing, insulated gloves are a skier’s best friend. Chilly chairlift rides up to the top and whipping winds and he’s skiing down are more enjoyable with a new pair of ski gloves. These Gore-Tex gloves from Burton have a removeable liner that works on touchscreens, so dad can text you on the lift without freezing his hands.
3) Smith Ski Goggles
A great pair of ski goggles will help your dad keep snow, water, and ice out of his eyes. And they’ll make him look pretty darn cool. Smith goggles are one of the most popular choices for divers. They also have a less expensive variant that doesn’t break the bank. And they come in different colors too!
4) OutdoorMaster Ski Helmet
Arm your dad with the head protection he needs with this ski helmet from OutdoorMaster! There are plenty of brands and styles of ski helmets out there, but the OutdoorMaster Kelvin ski helmet we find to be the best middle of the line option. It comes in different colors, and has a built-in strap to keep dad’s goggles on!
5) DIKAMEN Thermal Fleece Performance Underware
A warm base layer of clothing in important for dad to keep from freezing out there on the slopes. It is also one of the safest bets and most practical ski gift options for dad. This fleeced-lined option from DIKAMEN doesn’t break the bank, and is an unbeatable combination for moisture management, lightweight warmth and all-day comfort.
6) Garmin GPS Smartwatch
If you dad is also a bit of a tech geek, perhaps a smartwatch for tracking his GPS and skiing activities is what he’ll want. I own one myself, and have a review of this smartwatch here. It allows dad to select specific workouts, like skiing, and track multiple health metrics while dad hits the slopes. If dad doesn’t already own a smartwatch, you should really consider this one!
7) Jones Baker Beanie Cap
After a long day on the slopes, he’s going need to cover up that helmet hair. This beanie from Jones Baker matches style and comfort. These affordable beanies are perfect to keep dad’s head and ears warm and they come in different colors.
8) Buy Him an Epic Pass
This is the ultimate ski gift for dad. The EPIC Pass is a multi-resort, multi-day and season pass that has different limitations depending on the pass you buy. Only a limited number of EPIC Passes are available each season, and once the sales limit has been reached, they will no longer be available to buy – until the following season.
9) Karbon Ski Pants
Just like dad needs a good, durable ski coat, he needs the pants to go with it. Waterproof ski pants are a must for any skiing dad. Karbon ski pants are some of the warmest and most sturdy ski clothing available. They’re ideal for a full day on the slopes, and they’ll keep you toasty even after many hours under your skis.
10) Patagonia Alpine Crew Sweater
After a day on the slopes, it’s time to hit the lodge bar and relax. Keep your dad in style with this sweater from Patagonia. Made from real organic cotton, you know dad will be comfortable and warm in this all day long.
11) Hylaea Wool Ski Socks
Toasty toes make any ski day a good ski day. Keep dad’s feet comfortable and warm with a new pair of ski socks from Hylaea. Not only does it look good and perform even better, these wool performance socks with arch support in particular are odor free to keep dad’s feet feeling fresh from first chair to last call.
12) Zipline Graphite Carbon Composite Ski Poles
Ski poles are kind of like your wallet: don’t leave home without them. Zipline is the choice of 2018 Olympic Gold Medalist David Wise, and other Olympic and World Cup athletes. With a variety of different colors and pole length options to choose from, these ski poles for dad will make a great gift.
13) Unigear Ski Boot Travel Backpack
Your old man has enough to carry from the car to the lift ticket window, so make things easy for him with this boot backpack from Unigear. It features a separated goggle and helmet compartment, separate space for clothing and a tarp-lined boot compartment that can double as a changing mat for dad.
14) All Weather Fleece Blanket
This is the perfect gift dad can use either while he’s putting his ski boots on at the car or for warming up after a day on the slopes. This blanket from Leisure Co. is lined with soft fleece on the inside and water resistant and wind proof polyester on the outside. It’s big enough to wrap around two people inside and is wide enough to even use as a blanket on the snow.
15) Portable Power Bank
Make sure dad never runs out of power for his electronics on the mountain with this portable power bank. This Micro USB to USB-A Cable portable charger is perfect for dad’s smartphone or bluetooth headphones so he always has extra juice to keep him from having to charge in the lodge.
