10 Ski Gear Essentials for the Slopes

Patagonia’s Merino 3 Midweight Boot-tops are a comfortable bottom made with a proprietary blend of merino wool, recycled polyester, and spandex, giving them extra stretch and durability. Its merino wool complex resists odor, while the polyester wicks away moisture. And, best of all, these bottoms are cut to mid-calf to avoid bunching in ski boots. ($90, patagonia.com)