To ensure safety throughout your ski trip, whether venturing off-piste or sticking to the resort slopes, it's crucial to be equipped with the appropriate gear. This will help keep you protected and secure during your entire skiing adventure.
For every skier and snowboarder, safety on the slopes is important. This includes attentively following your ski instructor's guidance if you're a beginner, avoiding areas marked as off-limits, and providing assistance in the event of an accident. These practices are essential for a secure and responsible skiing experience.
Remember, the skier or snowboarder ahead always has the right of way. Overtaking is permissible, but ensure you allow ample space for their sudden movements. Also, avoid stopping on the piste unless it's an emergency. With these safety basics in mind, explore our selection of ski gear to enhance your security and confidence on the slopes.
We strongly recommend wearing a helmet for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Its hard plastic shell and shock-absorbing foam provide crucial protection against lacerations and skull fractures, while the snug inner liner offers additional warmth.
When you ski, certain areas of your body, like your wrists, knees and back are more prone to injury, and one way to safeguard them is with protective gear, such as wrist guards, defence shorts and back protectors.
Wrist protectors
Wrist protectors are particularly useful for snowboarders who apply pressure on their arms and wrists to turn and support themselves on the slopes. They’re designed to absorb shock and resist flexing, featuring a plastic outer shell that promises a range of movement so you don’t feel restricted. Two tightening straps ensure a secure, personalised fit.
Defence shorts
Defence shorts are great for learners as they provide cushioning and protection at the coccyx, hips, thighs and bottom – which you can expect to be landing on quite a bit if you’re just starting out! The anatomic design clings to the natural contours of your body and the mesh fabric offers breathability.
A protective vest
Wear a defence gilet or back protector to help shield your back from injury and provide your spleen with an extra layer of cushioning. These can be adjusted to fit snugly around your body via multiple straps or a belt and will ensure maximum freedom of movement.
Discover the ingenious three-in-one Defense 700 backpack from Wedze, featuring a detachable protective back panel. This versatile design allows you to use it with the panel, without it, or simply wear the panel alone. The backpack not only eases carrying your gear – like skis, snowboard, and helmet – preventing awkward balancing acts en route to the ski lift but also helps protect your back and legs from strains. Its Thermoformed back and straps ensure utmost comfort and freedom of movement, while the foam padding snugly cushions your back and shoulders' most sensitive areas.
Always remember to double-check your equipment for damage before you set off on your skiing trip and take care with your bindings and fastenings when you’re getting ready. A loose helmet or ski boot could make your session memorable for all the wrong reasons.
