Travelling the world to tear up the best snow
possible is probably one of your favourite things. But packing, getting
through the airport and dragging around clunky baggage is definitely not the
best part of that process, right? Well, you can be sure that your next trip is
as smooth sailing and stress-free as physically possible by taking just a few
measures before you fly:
Pack Smart
Your packing needs to be as specific and neat as
you can. By packing in a cautious and organised manner, you’ll be
creating more space. Use genius folding methods like the roll; by balling up
your tees, undies and thermals, you’ll make more room for other space eaters
like your binding and snow goggles.
Always remember to keep it paired back. Your trip will most likely centre around one thing, boarding, so keep
the casual wear or party gear to a minimum. Try to find layers and thermals
that can be multi-purposed; these are a great space saver!
Use Your Board Bag Wisely
Multi-purpose your board bag as your check-in!
Never underestimate the potential of your bag. You can pop all your casual wear
and anything you can afford to wrinkle in. A few hoodies, thermals,
undies and tees placed on the end of either tip will actually help to protect your snowboard whilst it's braving the journey!
Multipurpose Your Carry On
Your carry-on is your opportunity to bring as
much of your gear onto the plane as possible. Use your boot bag to minimise the
clutter in your checked bag. Carrying your boots with you will mean that you
can be sure that no harm will come to them; it's also an excellent opportunity to smuggle some sneaky extra essentials by stuffing them with
socks! Ensure that your snowboard tools, wax and safety kit are in your
checked bag; these items won’t make it through airport security.
Be Thoughtful
Being thoughtful in packing and travelling
is one of the most impactful things you can do. Taking measures like minimal
clothing, precise folding methods and clipping your helmet to your boot bag
will make all the difference at both ends of your journey.
Wear your jacket on the plane to save room in
your board bag; if you’re tight on space, layer up on the tees and
thermals for the flight. You might get a little warm, but just think of the
extra room you’ll have in that bag!
Prepare
Consider the trip you’re taking and who
you’re taking it with. If it’s going to be action-packed, you can skip
out on a lot of the extra casual clothing. If it’s more social, pair back the
boarding accessories. Chances are you can rent a lot of the gear you’ll need on the slopes, or if you’re really
concerned about packing, you can always ship your kit ahead of your trip - this
is best for long snow stints!
