2022 Ski Babes Gift & Giving Guide:
Gear & Clothing
Plus Snow - Plus Sized Snow Gear
Plus Snow provides a full range of contemporary and practical style options to suit your needs, specifically designed to suit curvy bodies to provide you the convenience of choice, unlike your current options of poorly shaped designs and limited choices. We offer you specialist advice to stay comfortable and happy while being active outdoors. Our individualized ‘Shop Your Shape’ feature gets you in direct contact with a sizing specialist representative who can suggest styles and sizes which will best suit your shape and your needs - we can offer you the information and honesty you need when you are investing your hard earned dollars into enjoying your snow time. It’s all about YOU!
Contact: https://plussnow.com/
Bike Bags - Oveja Negra
Oveja Negra designs, manufactures, and sells top-shelf bikepacking bags out of their fun and bustling factory in Salida, CO
Every bag that bears their name is manufactured by a small team of dedicated and talented sewers right here in their factory.
When you decide to purchase an Oveja Negra product you are supporting the community in Salida. Thanks to you they are able to provide thrive-able careers to people who live and play in their funky little mountain town. They are also committed to supporting other US manufacturers; this helps them limit the environmental impact of the transportation of their raw goods as well as giving them and you the peace of mind that their materials are produced ethically by companies who invest in their communities. Over 90% of their raw materials come from other domestic factories.
Women-owned & operated.
Go There Pants from SheFly Apparel
SheFly Go There pants make it easy to answer nature's call! Finally - a technical and high quality soft shell pant with a patented second zipper fly that allows everyone to relieve themselves outdoors without removing clothing. Go There pants have five large pockets, an adjustable waist tie, durable four way stretch fabric perfect for colder weather, and can be converted into joggers and capris. Go There pants are available in sizes 00-22. Built by an all-women team and started by three college students, SheFly technology is truly revolutionary for any women who spends time outside.
Contact: www.sheflyapparel.com
SWOOP: Comfortable + Functional
After 15 years as a nurse, Virginia Peterson, continued to struggle to find a bra to wear for 12 hours straight, so she designed her own. Virginia kept the bras simple, yet functional for that busy active woman. Little did she know the idea would turn into a women owned small business!! New this year are shorts, pants + ultra soft and warm tunics!
Contact: Wearswoop.com
Kicksled Alaska
Kicksled Alaska sells kicksleds and kicksparks made in Finland by ESLA. Kicksledding can be so fun you will forget it's a workout. Kicksleds are sometimes easily summed up as a "snow scooter" and their functionality is endless. Exercising, hauling gear, pushing kiddos, commuting, exploring wild ice or running the dog--the kicksled can take you there. If you are looking for a new way to enjoy the snow or ice this winter, give kicksledding a try.
Contact: www.KicksledAlaska.com
Alaska-grown skis, board, swag!
Fairweather skis and boards are built in Haines, Alaska with local spruce, birch and art. This family-owned and operated company works hard to make performance products with least harm to the environment and the most fun for the user.
Contact: www.fairweatherskiworks.com
Alpine Fit - Alaska Adventure Apparel
Jen Loofbourrow and her crew at Alpine Fit make base layers, bushwhacking leggings, neck gaiters, headbands, and merino wool hats. Their styles are designed to be worn for long adventures using quick dry naturally anti-odor fabrics including silver fibers, recycled materials, and merino wool certified to the Responsible Wool Standard. These fabrics are super soft and comfy for all day adventures. With your comfort and fit in mind, they focus on offering additional fit sizes for body proportions and using the right fabrics for long and frequent wear. Great for skiing, biking, backpacking, packrafting and camping. Alpine Fit has their own manufacturing space in Anchorage, Alaska and all their products are Made in USA. Shop online at alpinefit.com for gear for you and the adventurers on your list!
Contact: https://alpinefit.com/
