Pro Kits: Ingrid Backstrom's Shred Gear

Skis:Volkl Shiro

Boots:Tecnica Diablo Inferno 130

Liner:Surefoot Custom Foam Boot Liner

Bindings:Marker Jester Pro or Marker Duke

Jacket:The North Face Gimme More Down

Pants:The North Face Shawty Pant

Goggles:Giro Basis

Helmet:Giro Shiv 2

Gloves:The North Face Women's Montana

Poles:Joystick The Sauce

Matchstick Films star Ingrid Backstrom spends her year skiing and expeditioning around the globe, so it's fair to say she needs gear that won't compromise. Whether she's touring up Mt. Denali, shredding in La Parva, Chile, or taking some laps at her local resort at Squaw Valley, she needs some tough stuff. Here's what she's rocking.

What does Backstrom trust to protect her head? Why, the Giro Shiv 2 because "the helmet is super light and comfortable and can accommodate my goggles either under or over." Said goggles are usually the Giro Basis with a black limo tint lens. "I love the shape and optics of the Basis, and I prefer to go darker on the lenses for more definition, even if it's partly cloudy."

Follow Ingrid on twitter, @IngridBackstrom.

Check out Ingrid's blog at ingridbackstrom.com.