The Best 2026 Ski Gear for Powder Skiing
Dec 10, 2025
It might seem a little early to be ringing in the powder days of the season, but it's never too soon to get ready for them.
The PowSlayer combo has been in the Patagonia lineup for well over a decade now, and we think we know why: it’s a damn good kit. Designed with Patagonia’s stable of athletes, it returns with top-tier Gore-Tex Pro fabric—upgrading the durability factor for skiers who are constantly brushing up against the elements in the backcountry.
The jacket features two oversized chest pockets that are large enough for skins, as well as a bevy of smaller storage pockets. The pit vents help you cool down on the ascent, but the integrated powder skirt, adjustable sleeve cuffs, and helmet-compatible hood cinch down to seal out Mother Nature when you’re ready to drop into the deepest day of your life. The PowSlayer pant comes with oversized pockets on the thighs, low-profile vents to dump excess heat, and an articulated build to increase your range of motion on the skin track. The kit features an industry-standard cut for backcountry gear—fitted but not too tight—so if you’re someone who prefers a roomier fit, sizing up is the move.
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