[LWJ]

So I have been skiing since 1976 or so and have opinions. Here is what I do - and I ski in Oregon where the weather is wet and unpleasant.

A nice goretex parka shell. Currently using a Mountain Hardware I got at the outlet store for under $100. Layers of fleece, down, wool, and / or quick dry synthetic stuff. Layers depend on the weather. Cold be a t-shirt if warm enough.

Works great.

Also, I am CRAZY happy with my Volkl Mantra (not sure what name goes here) skis I picked up two years ago. Wow. I had one of my best days ever this year on them. And, they perform every time.

I promise the over analyzing won’t get you any benefit. I have a huge bag with all sorts of layer options. It goes in the truck and I make it work on the mountain. It all works out.

Have fun!