Great presents can start a conversation, bring a smile, offer joy, or even prove their worth through many winters of use. And when you are thinking around the options of presents for skiing and snowboarding fans, you’ll find there are plenty of options.
In fact, whether looking for a practical ski gift, something stylish, or simply a fun gift idea, we’ve got just the list for you. From tech to clothing, to actual ski packages, something in here will go down a treat.
Whether you are browsing ski gifts for Christmas, hunting for that birthday present for a snowboard fan, looking for perfect Valentines gifts for skiers, or simply wanting to surprise the snow sports enthusiast in your life – you’re in the right place.
Featuring some unique, tried and tested favourites that will definitely keep them busy on their next Alpine adventures (or wherever they’re heading this winter). Lets get stuck in.
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Polarized Ski Sunglasses
Top quality sun protection is essential for skiers and snowboarders. That winter sun glare can be harsh! Give the gift of comfort and clear vision some great ski sunglasses such as Bolle or SunGod.
Protecting skiers and snowboarders from the harmful UV rays, sunglasses also deliver a cool mountain vibe that never goes out of style. Essential for that mid-day apres ski party!
Discover sunglasses for skiing in our guide
Price range: £30-150
North Face Beanie Hat
Block out the cold with a stylish, warm North Face beanie hat. A good beanie is essential ski apparel, and a trusted brand is always appreciated.
With North Face you get a quality brand, which looks stylish at your apres ski party, and keeps you super warm in when that cold wind blows…
Buy North Face online, or view on Amazon.
Price range: £20-30
100% Wool Knitted Jumper
A charming jumper knitted with 100% wool, not only screams holiday festivity but also serves a practical purpose, keeping your loved one warm in those freezing cold mountains. And while knitted jumpers make great gifts for skiers, they’re also a comfy and stylish addition wherever you spend the rest of your winter (provided it’s somewhere cold).
We love premium knitwear brands such as Finisterre and Seasalt for their rugged, stylish and durable designs.
Price range: £75-200
Wool Blend Sweater
While a 100% wool jumper might not be to everyones taste (or budget), a wool blend sweater is also a great way to stay warm and stylish in the winter months. A wool blend is also usually quite a bit more affordable, but just as stylish…
Go for chunky knit and aim for a higher percentage of wool (more than 50%) to other materials.
Damart offer some great options for wool blend sweaters and jumpers.
Price range: £45-100
Cool Fashion Branding
Let’s be honest. Skiing and snowboarding are quite cool and fashion conscious sports, meaning that what you wear matters. At least, to some people. (read: most)
So picking the best and coolest snowboard brands is always going to be appreciated.
We think the cool brands are:
- Burton
- Volcom
- Picture Organic
- Patagonia
- Dope Snow
- North Face
- Bonfire
But of course, there plenty of other cool labels. Check out our guide to cool snowboard brands.
Pick a sweater, jacket or t-shirt with these logos and you’ll probably have a happy receipient.
Price range: £20 – the sky is the limit
Ski Goggles
Every skier or snowboarder, novice or pro, will appreciate superior visibility on the mountaintop. Ski goggles provide this along with desired features like UV protection and anti-fog capabilities.
Picking the right set can depend on the individuals style, but we think Volcom’s range of premium goggles are a top pick, with some of the coolest styles. Prices from around £100. Browse Volcom snow goggles.
Looking for budget ski goggles, or something under £50? There are lots of great ski goggles at Decathlon, with their own Wedze brand being good quality. Or take a look at Amazon for some good deals on branded snow goggles, including these Bolle unisex goggles.
Check Blue Tomato for a great selection of (often discounted) ski goggles.
See all our recommendations for affordable snow googles in our guide to cheap ski goggles.
Price range: £45-200
Ski Gloves
Give the gift of quality ski apparel! Ski gloves are one of the most accessories for skiers and snowboarders, and a good set of waterproof ski gloves can make all the difference.
Our favourite are Burton’s exceptional range of gloves, which are top quality gear. We love these leather [ak] snowboard gloves, which are waterproof, touchscreen friendly and stylish too, for around £100.
Looking for a more affordable range of ski and snowboard gloves? We think these Reusch gloves from Decathlon are an excellent choice at under £50.
Keep those hands covered and stay warm out there…
Price range: £35-200
Drones
Every skier or snowboarder wants to check back footage of them carving up the slopes. And what better angle than from a drone! In fact, this might be one of the best gifts for skiers or snowboarders who want to share their experiences on social media.
DJI are the big name in pro drone photography, and their Air range are the benchmark in drone quality. The DJI Air 3 is an exceptional piece of kit, but it ain’t cheap, clocking in at around £1500.
We think the DJI Mini 2 is an absolute steal at around £250 on Amazon. With a 30 minute flight time and a pocket sized compact profile, it really is the perfect Christmas gift for skiers and snowboarders.
Read our guide: Best ski drones.
Price range: £120-1500+
Action Camera
Compact, waterproof and delivering high-definition videos, action cameras serve as the essential ski gadget to document and relive every moment on the slopes.
GoPro are obviously the premium choice, and as gifts for snowboarders go, this is probably one that will go highly appreciated.
Any of the GoPro hero range will be an excellent addition to any ski trip. The GoPro Hero 12 is the current top pick at around £330 on Amazon.
Browse the GoPro store on Amazon.
If you’re looking for a budget action cam for your snowboarding or skiing fan, there are some decent picks under the £100 mark.
The Akaso EK700 is a very good budget action camera, with all the features you need including image stabilisation and waterproofing, for just £70 on Amazon.
Akaso also make a top quality cam, the Brave 7, which ticks all the premium action camera boxes at around £160.
Price range: £50-400
Adjustable Selfie Sticks
Another one of those handy ski or snowboarding accessories, a selfie stick is perfect for capturing the action on the slopes.
This is our top pick at £25 on Amazon, which turns into a tripod, has remote shutter option plus a study construction.
The ideal selfie stick is strong, extendable and compatible with their device of choice. Some might for action cameras or GoPros, others might fit mobile devices. Double check if they have an action camera already, or pick a good selfie stick for their phone.
Price range: £10-30
Fitness Tracker
How many calories does skiing or snowboarding burn? Find out with a sport fitness tracker, a fab gift for any active lifestyle. While the Apple Watch is a great option, there are also some excellent options from GPS giant Garmin.
Models like the Garmin Epix 6 or Fenix 6 sit at the top end, around £550 for these premium models. These feature integrated GPS map tracking, and all the fitness stats you need.
However there are plenty of ski tracking watches around the £150-200 mark.
The Garmin Instinct 2 is a solid fitness tracker with GPS and ski tracking. And at around £185, it has enough to keep avid fitness fans and skiers or snowboarders happy.
Or check out the Amazfit range of smartwatches (nothing to do with Amazon, although they are sold there). There are some excellent models between the £100 to £200 price range, so you cna buy the perfect ski gift without breaking the bank.
Price range: £60-1000
Day Packs/Rucksacks
A good backpack on the slopes is essential. While the average skier or snowboarder might have space in their jacket pocket for a number of accessories, a day pack means you can come more prepared.
Our list of the best day packs offers a more complete run down, but if we had to pick one, it’s the Dakine Heli Pro. This is a fully featured snow sports backpack with all the right compartments, breathable padding and easy access pockets.
Price range: £60-300
Read our full run down of the best ski backpacks.
Bluetooth Headphones
Many skiers and snowboarders love to rock some tunes as they carve up the slopes. A good set of bluetooth ear buds will go well with their helmet (it’s hard to wear over head headphones when skiing or snowboarding).
And if they don’t already rock airpods or whatever, this will be a great touch.
These JBL Wave earbuds are waterproof, have exceptional sound quality and offer 36 hours of playback time.
Price range: £30-100+
Bluetooth Speakers
You’ve heard of apres ski, right? A good set of bluetooth speakers can mean any ski chalet can become an apres ski hub in seconds.
We think the JBL Flip 6 is the best for durability, with deep bass and excellent sound quality and is waterproof too. Excellent stuff…
Price range: £50-150 ish
Portable Espresso Maker
A fresh cup of Joe on the go? Yes, a portable espresso maker is a thing, allowing your loved one to sate those caffeine cravings even in the middle of a ski run. Perfect for the coffee-loving adrenaline junkies, a portable espresso maker will keep them energized and warm.
Keep an eye out for a fully automatic/self heating option such as the Conqueqo espresso maker. It’s available either for pods (eg. Nespresso) or ground coffee (probably best buy the pod version for skiers), is self heating (some require hot water, but this one makes coffee in 3 mins) and comes with its own cup.
At £119.99, we think this is one of the best portable espresso makers, and whats more, a single charge can make 5 cups of espresso. Just want hot water? You can heat 100 cups from one charge!
Warning: cafe latte lovers will need to pack their own milk.
Price range: From around £50-200
Hip flask
For those who prefer a different type of mountain side pick me up, a hip flask is a great ski gift. For that extra special touch, you can even personalise it!
We like this cool tartan coated hip flask from Amazon for £8.99.
Price range: £8-20.
Vintage Ski Wear
A nod to the retro-infused ski scene of yesteryear, gifting vintage ski wear ensures your loved one stands out on the slopes and rocks the ski lodge with a throwback vibe.
Check out sites like Vinted and eBay for retro ski wear.
Think 80’s ski jackets, or garish snow suits. An especially fun present for those in the know…
Price range: Anything from £10 and up…
Ski Salopettes/snow pants
A great pair of ski pants or salopettes are an essential addition to your ski trip packing list. So a decent set will be a valuable part of any snow sports fans wardrobe.
Grab a great set of premium ski trousers, bib pants of salopettes from Blue Tomato for the best brands and lowest prices.
Guide price: £100-400
Portable Boot Dryer
Squeezing into damp ski or snowboard boots the next day is one of the least pleasant parts of a ski trip. Make their experience that much better with a portable boot dryer, meaning no more wet feet.
Boot dryers are heated pads that sit inside your shoes or ski boots (obviously when you’re not wearing them). For around £20-30, you can give the gift of nice dry tootsies.
The perfect gift for regular powder hounds.
Price range: £25-50
Ski Socks
While thermal socks can work, a good pair of ski socks will also work wonders. These tend to be moisture wicking, slightly thicker and insulated too.
Get great quality made for purpose ski socks at:
- Dare2B: from £10
- Burton Snowboarding: from £20
- Decathlon: from £2.99
- Picture Organic: from £15.99
- Salomon: from £14.99
Ski Thermals
Staying on the subject of keeping warm, a reliable set of quality ski thermals is another ski trip essential. Avoid cotton, as this can hold a lot of liquid,. But man man fibres and wool are the best options for thermals.
Pretty much every outdoors themed store will send a good range of ski thermals.
SimplyHike offer an excellent range of premium ski thermals.
Or, try Decatlon for a great range of budget and premium ski base layers and thermals.
Price range: £7.99-55
Hand Warmers
It gets cold out there on the mountain! Hand warmers make the perfect gift for skiers and snowboarders, and come in either single use pouches, or rechargable and reusable pocket devices. An excellent piece of winter gear for anyone who needs to keep the cold at bay.
Rechargeable hand warmers from £26.99 on Amazon.
Foldable water Bottles
You gotta stay hydrated out there. But bulky bottles can be annoying to carry if you’re not carrying a ski rucksack. Enter foldable water bottles! These go down as your hydration goes up, saving space in your ski jacket.
Check out this collapsible water bottle for £8.99 on Amazon.
Avalanche Safety Tools
If your snow sports fanatic loved ones are off-piste fanatics, they should definitely have a set of avalanche safety tools. A standard avalanche kit will include a snow shovel and a probe, but some may also come with transceivers, to help rescue teams find you faster in case of emergency.
This full avalanche kit with rucksack is £119 on Amazon.
Price range: £100-250
Ergonomic Snow Shovel
Off piste skiers will be grateful for a great ski shovel. They can build jumps, dig out of avalanches or build their own snow park in the back yard (assuming you live somewhere snowy enough to make a snow ramp in your back yard, you lucky thing you…)
Telescopic snow shovel: £24.99 on Decathlon
Mountain-Themed Artwork
You don’t have to be in the mountains to appreciate the beauty of the mountains. Give the gift of fantastic artwork for your snow sports lover to appreciate the view from wherever they are.
Etsy is a great spot for unique artwork, including
Skiing or Snowboarding Lessons
Whether they’re a novice or are looking to level up their skills, ski or snowboard lessons are a great gift. Book them into your local dry ski slope, or hire a pro to teach them new tricks next time they’re out in the wild…
Check out CheckYeti for ski lessons in hundreds of ski resorts.
Thermal Flask
Not just an essential item for ski season, but a great winter gift in general. There’s nothing like a warm thermos of coffee on a cold ski lift, so this is definitely one of those skiing gifts that has use beyond their ski holidays.
Whats more, the classic Thermos is one of those relatively indestructible items, meaning that it should be a faithful winter companion for years.
You’ll find the Thermos is most highstreet stores, but you can also buy Thermos on Amazon.
Price range: £15-30
Maintenance Multi-tool
One of those handy and essential items for looking after your skis or snowboard, a maintenance multi-tool will be a useful and cherished gift for years to come.
Cashmere Blanket
Whats warmer and softer than a cashmere throw or blanket? The answer: Not much. The perfect gift for those cold winter nights and an absolutely great gift for skiers and snowboarders alike.
Wool and cashmere are some of the best natural materials for keeping in the warmth, and their soft touch makes them useful both at home and out on the chalet porch with a nice hot chocolate.
Skiing or Snowboarding Magazine Subscription
For those who love to stay up to date with all the latest news and reviews from the world of snow sports, why not get them a subscription to one of the best ski magazines?
An annual subscription to Fall Line magazine is just £25 for the year, or just £10 for the digital version.
Ski Holiday Package
Why not treat your loved one to a fully paid up ski holiday experience? Find great deals on ski all in packages with SkiWorld in some of the best ski resorts in Europe. Truly an epic gift to remember.
If you want to find great deals, check our guide to ski holidays with lift passes included.
You could always book yourself in too… 😉
Price range: £500 – 2000+
The Final Thoughts…
From ski and snowboarding accessories, to a paid up holiday experience, there are tons of great gifts you can give to the snow sports nut in your life.
We hope some of these ideas for ski gifts have inspired you, and we’re sure they’ll be super happy whatever you buy them!
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