BASICS: 5 Things to Know About Night Skiing

Skiing after work laps is way better than the treadmill 10/10 times

Night skiing is a unique experience that is hard to come by. Either you are earning your turns in the backcountry or you are lucky enough to have a ski resort offer you after-work laps. While skiing and riding doesn't change the mountain can transform. Be sure you are ready to night ski with the She-Shredz guide below.

Bring out the insulated jackets and pants. Layering is essential to enjoying night skiing.

1. LAYER UP

This may seem like a no brainer but mountains at night during winter, become much colder. Bring out the insulated pants and jackets and layer up. Base layer, mid layer, and insulated jacket. Add extra warm gloves/mittens, and neck gaiters to ensure you are extra warm and toasty.

Bring out the low light/ storm lenses. If you have clear lenses this is a great time to use them.

2. LOW LIGHT LENSES

Just because the sun is down don't think you don't need goggles. Make sure to bring out that low light/ clear lenses to see where you are going. While it may be dark out, it can still be windy. Protect your eyes and your body by making sure you can see.

Lower temps after warm air during the day can transform the mountain into an ice rink. Grab your front side skis.

3. PREPARE FOR FIRMER CONDITIONS

While we have personally be treated to after work powder laps (thank you Boreal) most nights as the night progresses the snow tends to firm up and become icier. Sticking to groomers and the park is a good way to ensure best conditions. Consider while picking your ski/board when you leave for the mountain.

Evening passes are often on major discount once the sun starts to set.

4. CHEAPER LIFT TICKETS

One big bonus to night skiing? Cheaper lift tickets. You can pick up a seriously discounted price at most resorts saving quite a bit of coin. After work laps and saving money? Sign us up.

Skiing with a headlamp at night is a great way to improve visibility

5. BRING A HEADLAMP

This is a pro tip we picked up last season during some knee deep powder night skiing. Bring a headlamp if you plan on getting a little bit silly. While the resort will have adequate lighting there may be those special occasions where side quest are on the menu. Make sure you have good lighting to avoid injury.