Your Guide to Expertly Packing for a Winter Weekend

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Published by Allie Hochman

This Way, You'll Have Everything You Need for All of Your Slopeside Adventures

When it comes to packing for a winter weekend, organization is key, as most outdoor activities in these chilly temperatures require countless layers of clothing, boots, and bulky equipment. Whether you’re jetsetting to your bucket list ski destination or driving to the mountains for a weekend of relaxation with a side of snow, here’s your guide to packing for your upcoming winter weekend to ensure you don’t leave anything behind.

Necessities to Keep in Your Carry-On

It’s no secret that some of the most iconic ski destinations require a flight across the globe. So, aside from your mountain gear, it’s best to keep all of your essential items in your carry-on bag during the flight, so anything you might need is easily accessible. This way, you can spare yourself the trouble of searching through any oversized baggage for a phone charger mid-trip, or desperately digging for your glasses to take a closer look at a trail map.

• Travel Documents - When traveling internationally, be sure to keep your passport and visa close to your person
• Travel Itinerary & Reservations
• Chargers
• Converters & Adapters for International Trips
• Laptop or Tablet
• Cash & Credit Cards
• Health Insurance Card
• Toothbrush & Toothpaste
• Headphones
• Book or Kindle
• Sweatshirt
• Essential Medications
• Reading Glasses
• Contact Lens Case & Solution

For Ski & Snowboard Weekends

Clothing & Other Gear

• Warm, Weatherproof Jacket
• Snowpants
• Base Layer - top and bottom
• Second Layer (weather dependent)
• Ski Socks
• Underwear
• Bra
• Neck Warmer
• Snow Pants
• Warm Boots for Off-Mountain
• Winter Hat

Essential Mountain Equipment

• Ski or Snowboard Boots
• Skis or Snowboard
• Poles
• Helmet
• Goggles
• Gloves or Mittens

Other Items to Consider

• Tools
• Hand Warmers
• Toe Warmers
• Glove Liners
• Mountain/ Trail Pack
• Snacks
• Water
• Energy Drink
• Chapstick
• Extra layers
• Goggle Cleaner
• Spare Goggle Lens for Varying Conditions

For Winter Weekends, off the Slopes

Clothing & Other Gear

• Warm, Weatherproof Jacket
• Snowpants
• Base Layer - top and bottom
• Second Layer (weather dependent)
• Thick Socks
• Underwear
• Bra
• Scarf
• Snow Pants
• Warm Boots
• Winter Hat
• Gloves
• Sunglasses

Other Items to Consider, Depending on Your Adventure

• Grips for Shoes (if walking on slippery grounds)
• Mountain/ Trail Pack
• Snacks
• Water
• Energy Drink
• Chapstick
• Extra Layers
• Snowshoes
• Ice Skates
• Sled

Eliminate the Stress of Packing With These One-Of-A-Kind Kulkea Bags

Boot Trekker Boot Bag

This might appear to be an ordinary ski boot bag, but beneath the zippers, you’ll discover the Boot Trekker’s elite Intuitive Packing System™, making for a seamless packing experience, with space to store boots, gloves, hats, extra layers, water bottles, and more. Plus, the Goggle Wrap™ and Helmet Sling ensure all of your gear will remain secure and at arm’s reach from the lot to the lift. Comfort is never an afterthought, given the padded and contoured adjustable shoulder straps, EVA molded back panel, waist belt, and more.

Thermal Trekker Heated Ski Boot Bag

Tired of having frosty toes before you even finish your first run? The Thermal Trekker Heated Boot Bag is the ideal solution! Simply insert your ski or snowboard boots inside the Thermal Trekker, plug it into the wall for 90 minutes, and you’ll have a whole new perspective on comfort when hitting the slopes. Not only does this bag’s Thermal Conduction Design™ guarantee warmth where it matters most, but the intuitive Packing System™ helps to organize all your gear for a seamless skiing adventure.

Käydä 44L & Käydä 36L Travel Backpack

Declared “best ski pack” by Men’s Journal, the versatility of the Käydä Travel Backpack is unmatched, making for the ideal travel solution whether you’re loading up your ski boots, boarding a flight, or packing for a weekend adventure. Available in two sizes, 44L and 36L, there’s a Käydä to support every adventure-junkie. Aside from the incredibly spacious main compartment, which can easily fit a pair of boots, clothing, and other gear, this multipurpose travel system is loaded with pockets for every purpose, including a helmet sling, internal laptop protection sleeve, scratchproof lens pocket, interior transparent toiletries pockets, and more. Let’s not forget the detachable travel kit, providing you with the perfect place to keep electronics, keys, snacks, and other valuables safe and close to your person at all times.

Kartta Travel Backpack

Designed by experienced snow sports adventurers and passionate world travelers, the Kartta ensures instrumental space for adult-sized ski or snowboard boots, clothing, specially made interior pockets for smaller personal items, and a secure pocket for your laptop or tablet. Plus, the external helmet sling and luggage pass-through straps make transporting any type of gear a no-brainer. And with the elite comfort features, like the ergonomic back panel and breathable contoured shoulder straps, get ready to travel with confidence this winter.

Kantaja Single Roller Ski Bag

The Kantaja Single Roller gives you the freedom to tackle your next ski adventure with ease, especially when it comes to boarding a flight. This game-changing bag takes the heavy lifting out of your travel experience, as you can fly through the airport with your skis on wheels. The Mammoth Mouth™ full-length opening gives direct access and visibility to the meticulously designed inner compartment, complete with Ski Stabilizer Straps and the Pole Grabber™, to keep your gear in place for the duration of your trip. The Single Roller is adjustable, so you can easily change the length to fit any-sized skis. And for those traveling with two pairs of skis, the Kanatja Double Roller provides these same elite features, double time! There’s no shortage of space for two adult-sized pairs of skis, poles, and other essential items.

Jyrkkä Snowboard Bag

Give your beloved board the protection it deserves with the Jyrkkä Snowboard Bag, sturdy enough to keep your equipment safe, and spacious enough to fit boots, a helmet, tools, and apparel. Between the Ventilation Grommets to air out your gear, Steep Protect™ padding for maximum protection, and the Mammoth Mouth™ full-length opening, we can assure you, your next trip to the slopes will be nothing short of a breeze. Plus, a purchase of the Jyrkkä positively contributes to the environment, as the fabric is crafted from 36 converted plastic bottles - an added bonus, always!