Helly Hansen Odin Mountain Jacket
How much: $600
Why: A jacket can be functional and still look good and feel good. This shell jacket is not only waterproof, it´s breathable and stretchable as well with a zip-out snowskirt, 3D welded shoulder reinforcements, a helmet-sized hood and a Recco® reflector.
Where to shop: www.hellyhansen.com
GoPro: Hero3 Black Edition
How much: $399.99
Why: This is the must-have gift this season for any adventurer on your list. It’s smaller, lighter, more powerful. Plus, it’s waterproof (to 197’), has Wi-Fi and even has its own remote.
Where to shop: www.O2Gearshop.com or Colorado Ski & Golf shops in Colorado Front Range locations
2013 Salomon Rocker2 108 Flat Skis
How much: MSRP: $810 O2GearShop Price: $649.99
Why: The Rocker2 108 Skis feature Twin Rocker shape and super light honeycomb tip and tail for new levels of maneuverability and low swing weight in the air and in the pow. Developed by Salomon’s best riders to ensure reduced weigh and zero vibration, the Rocker2 108’s are ready to come to life through the powder and onto the hardpack for you.
Where to shop: www.O2GearShop.com
* As a bonus, get 10% off last year's products, discontinued styles when you use the promo code: EPIC10 on O2GearShop.com. Restrictions apply.
Smartwool PHD Ski Racer
How much: $22.95
Why: The PhD sock is a more advanced, intelligent way to keep toes toasty with superior fit and durability.
Where to shop: The new Smartwool Store in Beaver Creek, Colo.
2013 Burton Men's Custom Flying V Snowboard
How Much: O2GearShop.com price: $529.95
Why: The one-board answer for all terrain, its proven design improves power, pop, and handling with evolutions like Squeezebox and Lightning Bolts to energize the ride.
* As a bonus, get 10% off last year's products, discontinued styles when you use the promo code: EPIC10 on O2GearShop.com. Restrictions apply
Maui Jim Mavericks
How much: $299
Why: Combines the stylish look of classic aviator sunglasses of the past with new beta-titanium frames plus MauiGradient™ lenses that are lightweight, scratch- and impact- resistant, perfect for the active woman on your list
Where to shop: www.mauijim.com
Helly Hansen W Verglas Jacket
How much: $425
Why: It’s one of Helly’s most popular jackets. For a reason. There’s also a zip-out powder skirt.
Where to shop: www.shop.hellyhansen.com
Women’s PHD Ski Medium
How much: $25.95
Why: Give the best gift – warm, comfy feet – to your favorite skier or snowboarder. These socks are engineered to provide the best fit with impact zones and something really cool called Reliawool Technology.
Where to shop: The new SmartWool store in Beaver Creek, Colo. or www.O2GearShop.com
2013 Salomon Women's Rockette 115 Flat Skis
Why: Salomon's powder ski for women is a full wood-core, twin-rockered ski with a fluff-hungry waist of 115. It's a structural cap construction, which means Salomon drapes a layer of fiberglass over its core to keep it lightweight and responsive.
2013 Burton Women's Feelgood Flying V Snowboard
How much: O2GearShop's Price: $529.95
Why: Its premium blend sets the benchmark for reliable ripping in any terrain or condition. Compared to its camber equivalent, the Flying V™ version is more of a free spirit with a spring-loaded blend of rocker and camber for a more relaxed and forgiving ride that's far looser and laid back.