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Snow Sports Protective Clothing Buyer Advice
The festive season may be over, but for many U.K folks, the snow sports season is just beginning. With cheap snow sports holiday deals to the likes of Andorra and Bulgaria offering fantastic last minute prices, more snow enthusiasts, novices, experts and first-timers will be heading off onto the piste for a little fun in the winter sun.
So, buy or hire? Snow gear can be expensive, but for the right user it does make a pertinent investment. Take the example of typical snowboard and boot hire in Andorra – about £170 for the kit for four days. In the U.K, a pair of snowboard boots & bindings (average £300) and a snowboard (average £350) could set the buyer back £650. To make the investment worth it, the snowboarder needs to visit Andorra for just less than fifteen full days of snowboarding. In the end, it’s all about investment and predicted future use. That said, there are a few protective clothing items it can pay to buy outright.
• Goggles can be tough to hire in terms of comfort. The protective Flexible Foams needs to sit flush without squeezing and cover the right parts of the wearer’s face. Foam manufacturers produce precision designs, so trying before buying is essential. A great pair of goggles can last plenty of seasons.
• Gloves tend to make an excellent investment. They’re easy to carry and can be useful back in the U.K.
Limiting rental equipment to larger items can reduce costs and peace of mind.