Our Guide to Must-Have Ski Gadgets

This is a guest blog by Alps 2 Alps Transfers

You’ve bought your essentials, booked your accommodation, organised your ski transfers, but what about those extra accessories you might need during your travels?

When it comes to the latest equipment, there’s a whole variety of choices, products and companies to pick from, all of which can be a little overwhelming if you don’t know where to look.

Whether you’re considering additional safety tech or simple headphones, we’ve picked the best of the bunch and created a guide to must have ski gadgets. These items are sure to make your holiday experience more enjoyable, exciting and easy in 2018.

 

GoPro Hero 6

Starting off our list with a household name, GoPro is often considered the industry-leader when it comes to outdoor cameras. Their latest model, the Hero 6, looks to make those snowy snaps, selfies and shots a little easier, with brand new features and updated hardware that nudges past its competition.

You’ll find freshly implemented voice controls in seven different languages that can understand an extensive range of commands, as well as a two-inch touchscreen panel and improved image capturing. Recordings can now be shot in 1080p and the new ‘QuikStory’ feature makes social media sharing a breeze, as your camera automatically transfers footage with your phone.

If you’re looking for a sturdy, durable outdoor camera, the GoPro Hero 6 has you covered.

Outdoor Tech Chips 2.0 Wireless Helmet Speakers

Are you in need of some musical inspiration during your descents?

Outdoor Tech has recently released its latest Bluetooth, wireless speakers, designed to fit snugly into any helmet. There’s no need for chords or wires, and you’ll have access to all of your own tunes.

They’re built for cold environments, resisting temperatures of up to -20C, and have a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a USB charging cable included.

In addition, a built-in microphone can be used for calls and chats. Easy-access control buttons let you switch, select, pause and play without reaching for your phone. This is a great choice if you’re in need of a soundtrack this ski season.

 

Lifesystems Intensity 105 Headtorch

Late-night ski-enthusiasts will be keen for a head torch to keep the mountain sides bright during those darker evening runs. If this sounds like you, it’s worth checking out the Intensity 105 head torch, a compact but bright gadget that boasts 105 limens of light in a single white XP-G2 Cree LED.

You can alter the intensity for any time of day with three unique settings, and it offers a range of 45 metres with two night-vision front red LEDs. You’ll benefit from 21 hours of battery life on a full charge, with a standard USB cable provided for charging on the go.

This is a great option for lower-end gadget prices, and one you’ll most likely be using frequently on your travels.

 

DJI Mavic Pro

For film editors and creatives, the DJI Mavic Pro can contribute to your creative projects with its top-quality computer cores and built-in cameras. This compact, flyable drone has a 7km range, and can fit into your pocket with ease.

Its impressively small size is all thanks to its four foldable wings, all of which have movable rotors that allow for a significant reduction in its overall bulk. Unlike previous DJI models, the Mavic Pro has a small LCD screen that offers navigation without the need for an accompanying app.

This is a great choice for vloggers, photo enthusiasts and tech geeks alike.

Mammut Barryvox S Avalanche Transceiver

A little less on the fun side, but an essential for those headed out to more avalanche-prone territory, the S Avalanche Transceiver improves on previous models with an increased range, improved accessibility and greater location capabilities.

The search range now reached up to 70 metres and it’s easier to read important information thanks to a larger display. It also picks up signals quicker than its predecessors and can separate them immediately.

New features also include customisable profiles and automated switching between searching and sending.

Rossignol/ Piq Sports Sensor

This Rossignol accessory is a great option if you’re in need of additional statistics about your ski runs. Compiled of three different components including a Piq sensor, portable charging unit and ankle strap, this sensor provides information on air time, g-force, in-air rotation and edge-to-edge transition times.

It comes with an additional app available for iOS and Android as a free download, where information is presented in a user-friendly style. You’ll find precise data on turns, jumps and specifics of your runs.

Users can share with the community feature, which allows for sharing of numbers between skiers. One for the professionals and hard-core enthusiasts, this is definitely worth a look!

 

Now that your accessories are up-to-date, are you in need of a transfer for your skiing holiday? Alps2Alps offers private airport transfers that are professional, efficient, low-cost and reliable.

Available for a vast range of European countries, and with a wide selection of vehicle options and sizes, be sure to book your affordable transfer here!