The following table summarizes the ski equipment U.S. Ski & Snowboard and BSSEF recommend for participants in Alpine programs. Required items are indicated with an asterisk (*).
U8-U10 | U12 | U14 | U16-U21 |
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Hard-ear Helmet* | Hard-ear Helmet* | Hard-ear Helmet* | Hard-ear Helmet* |
Multi-event Jr Race Skis Free Skis | SL Jr Race Skis GS Jr Race Skis Free Skis | SL Race Skis GS Race Skis SG Race Skis Free Skis | SL Race Skis GS Race Skis SG Race Skis DH Race Skis Free Skis |
Fitted Poles | SL Poles GS Poles | SL Poles GS Poles | SL Poles GS Poles |
4-buckle Boot | Jr Race Boot | Jr Race Boot | Race Boot |
Shin Guards | Shin Guards Back Protector | Shin Guards Back Protector |




Used Gear
You don’t need us to tell you how quickly kids grow through ski gear. That challenge also gives rise to a thriving market in good, second-hand equipment and clothing. Before you plunk down the big bucks for a brand new speed suit, check out the Montana Ski Racing Classifieds on Facebook.
Retailers
If you need new gear, our sponsors Grizzly Outfitters and Lone Mountain Sports can help you with skis, poles, boots, bindings, and most apparel:
Regulations
The only new U.S. Ski & Snowboard equipment regulations for the 2020-21 season is the prohibition of wax products containing fluorocarbon from use in all sanctioned competitions.
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