Packing list for a mountain vacation with the kids

Sports holidays are fast approaching, and maybe you're one of those people going skiing with your family? Here's everything you need to take with you.

Whether you're planning a skiing vacation in the Swedish mountains or down to the Alps, it's important to have the right equipment. Cold kids who are poorly dressed and grumpy parents are a bad combination, so make sure your family has the necessary equipment. Here is a packing list of everything that is a must for a mountain vacation, excluding ski boots/snowboard shoes and skis/snowboard. If you lack your own boots and skis, you can check out our range HERE.

BOOT BAG

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Carry your boots, back protection, helmet and accessories to and from the slopes in a smart bag. Salomon, Original Gear Backpack, recommended price 599 SEK.

Helmet

For children

7048652184740_001_1d8b5a5f67dc4b96962c00e1a5886bf7.jpgIn some European countries, such as Austria and Italy, children under 15 must wear a helmet on the slopes. But we recommend everyone, adults and children alike, to always wear a helmet. You can't get cheaper life insurance. Sweet Protection, Blaster II Helmet Jr, recommended price 899 SEK. You can find all our junior helmets HERE.

For adults

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Nowadays, it's less common to see someone skiing without a helmet than with one. Today's helmets are also really stylish. Salomon, Spell+, recommended price SEK 999. You can find more adult helmets HERE.

Ski jacket

For him

Peak shiga.jpgPeak knows how to make stylish, good-looking ski clothes that are up to scratch. This warm jacket is also great for everyday use. Peak Performance, Shiga Jacket, recommended price SEK 3,295. Check out more ski jackets for men HERE.

For her

7310426999714_001_ad114ced29ea4b168e364ac080f2dc0a.jpgThe best ski jacket of the season? We think so. This stretchy down jacket costs a pretty penny, but it's worth it because you'll never want to take it off. J. Lindeberg, Crillon Down Jacket, recommended retail price 5 495 SEK. Find more ski jackets for her HERE.

For the kids

7332520763480_001_1e9ef839c955454aa75bcd59bf349733.jpgA ski jacket with soft fabric at the chin, taped seams, a name tag on the inside and a removable hood that fastens with buttons that pop up if the child gets stuck. 8848 Altitude, Aragon Jacket, recommended price 1 295 SEK. More children's jackets can be found HERE.

Ski pants

For him

5713112023083_001_9b5155559dce491da5f9b83089a81d1e.jpgSki pants that can handle cold, snow and wind without any problems while still delivering on style. Peak Performance, Maroon Pants, recommended price SEK 2,695. More ski pants are available HERE.

For her

7320781045278_001_c2dc19945d89480f81dc34028f2e549a.jpgIf you want some color on the slopes, but don't want to go all in with red ski pants, these light pink ones are a great alternative. Odd Molly, Love Avalanche Pants, recommended price SEK 2,495. Find more ski pants HERE.

For the kids

6413680161499_001_88c5133977164701a7e1ea94312113ef.jpgClassic padded model with smart suspenders that keep the pants in place. With 10,000 water columns and taped seams, these pants can handle many hours of snow play. Icepeak, Theron Jr, recommended price SEK 699. If you want to check out our entire range, you can do so HERE.

SKI SWEATER

For him

skidtröja.jpgStretchy, soft, warm and super stylish. No, we can't find any reason why we shouldn't buy this quick-drying hoodie either. Peak Performance, Rider Zip Hood, recommended price SEK 1,295.

For her

Kari FZ FLEEECEA thin fleece sweater is the perfect mid-layer, or a comfortable choice for mountain fun in the cabin. Kari Traa, Kari F/Z Fleece, recommended retail price SEK 449.

For the kids

5713112411668_001_9918af29a5974e7f9e1b78d9af0a54e7.jpgPeak's wonderful ski sweater in a junior version, just as stretchy and soft with the same roughened interior as the adult model. Peak Performance, Jr Rider Zip, recommended retail price SEK 899 .

Ski socks

For adults

5713112064925_001_b0ac93c3120b4885aab2980dd6521834.jpgDitch the ragged socks and opt for a pair of cozy and soft ski socks instead. These stretchy socks are both breathable and moisture-wicking. Peak Performance, Ski Sock, recommended price SEK 199. HERE you will find all our ski socks (both for juniors and adults).

For the kids

7318572965454_001_3b9d8192e09f485d93bc505676de9352.jpgNothing ruins your mood like lumpy, sweaty socks in your ski boots. These ski socks are made of polypropylene and wool for the best balance between moisture transport and warmth. Craft, Warm Intensity Sock, recommended price SEK 149.

Base layer

For him

7048652245250_001_354522893d6d4ac7b48f032956433ae8.jpgA thin and soft 100 percent merino wool base layer sweater is the warmest and most comfortable choice when it comes to base layers. Bula, Geo Attitude Crew, recommended price SEK 699. Matching pants cost SEK 699. Find all our base layers for the whole familyHERE.

For her

Tikse Kari TraaNorwegian Kari Traa are great at making great underwear and this new item in pure and soft merino wool definitely has the potential to become a new favorite. Kari Traa, Tikse LS, recommended price 649 SEK. Matching pants cost SEK 599.

For the kids

7318572960176_001_690b3d7797ed4552b6be36d57157f5de.jpgClassic base layer in a soft material that is channel knitted for best moisture transport. Craft, Baselayer Set, recommended price SEK 299.

Buff or ski mask

For adults

Buff .jpgOnce you have skied with a soft buff next to your chin, you will never want to ski without it. A lifesaver when it gets cold and windy in the mountains. Kan can also be used as a hat under your helmet. Buff, Original, recommended price SEK 199. Find more buffets HERE.

For children

Didriksons balaklava.jpgBalaclava under the helmet keeps ears and chin warm on cold ski days. This model has a soft brushed interior. Didriksons, Fleece Balaclava, recommended price 199 SEK. More ski masks are available HERE.

Ski gloves

For adults

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Short ski gloves with impregnated leather and removable lining of wool terry and wool pilé. These classics will serve you well for many seasons to come. Hestra, Army Leather Wool Terry, recommended price 1 095 SEK. If you want to check out other ski gloves, for both children and adults, you can do so HERE.

For the kids

Hestra kids.jpgHestras legendary Heli Ski Glove comes in a junior version with a strong polyamide fabric on the outside and leather on the inside. Hestra, Army Leather Heli Ski 3-Finger Jr, recommended price SEK 799.

Ski goggles

For adults

goggles vinnareMedium-sized goggle with a cylindrical lens that won the hearts of the test panel in our latest goggle test! Oakley, Fall Line, recommended price 2 165 SEK.

For the kids

Salomon kids.jpgA new product from Salomon that is especially adapted for juniors between 11 and 14 years old and for people with smaller faces. Salomon, Trigger, recommended price SEK 599. HERE are all our goggles, both for women, men and juniors.

Backpack

Burtonjpg.jpgA solid backpack with emergency supplies will save hungry and tired kids (and parents). This 18-liter bag also opens from the back, which is really handy on the slopes. Burton, AK Side Country 18 L, recommended price 1 395 SEK. Find more smart backpacks for skiing HERE.

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