best capita snowboard Kazu Kokubo Pro 2026 160 With additional construction technology like Fortress Aramid Bound Sidewalls and a high Capita Defenders of Awesome Snowboard

The Farpoint/Fairview Wheels are our favourite but models like the Sojourn or Daylite Wheeled Carry-On are exceptional too

A rucksack from Rains made from a waterproof polyester with a polyurethane coating

Thanks to its top-tier construction, the helmet earned the highest Virginia Tech Helmet Lab rating across all models, emphasizing its industry-leading protection

But if you're looking for one rain jacket that can be used year-round in town, on the trails, and on the slopes, the Flash Stretch Rain jacket is a good pick if you can dial in the sizing you like

Morning departures also reduce exposure to the thunderstorms and wind shifts that often develop later in the day