From stocking stuffers to ski slope classics, here are our top gift ideas this season for people who admire the oldschoolers as much as we do..

1. VALLON Freebirds Goggles

No one does retro style for the slopes like VALLON, and their Freebirds goggles nab the top spot of our wish list. Made with Carl ZEISS lens technology offering panoramic views of the slopes, we also can’t get enough of their latest color releases.

€149 | Available in 11 colorways

Available here on the VALLON store

Photo credit: VALLON

2. LEKI Spitfire Vario 3D Ski Poles

Built with all the mod cons a 21st century skier needs whilst celebrating retro style and colors. These poles are made from durable aluminium, feature a big mountain basket for powder days, and clip-in-clip-out trigger technology.

€120 | Available in 2 colorways

Available here on the LEKI online store

3. MGG Merino Jumpers

MGG brought ski ballet back this year, with panache! They relaunched their Merino Sweater collection featuring classic alpine designs and motifs, and they are the perfect gift for the people in your life who love to hit the slopes in style.

€199 | Available in 12 colorways for Men & Women

Available here on the MGG store

4. Hestra Philipppe Raoux Ecocuir Short 5-finger Gloves

Originally released in the early 1990s, Hestra brought them back in celebration of the legendary French skier and mountain guide, Philippe Raoux. Part of their Alpine Pro collection, these gloves combine timeless design and peak winter performance.

€160 | Available in 2 colorways

Available here on the Hestra online store

5. Amundsen Sports Knickerbockers

Amundsen Sports’ Concord Regular Knickerbockers are the closest you can get to the original article, built for modern-day performance. Get that traditional 1930s look going this winter. Now available in an uber-festive ‘Iron Rust’.

€249 | Available in 9 colorways

Available here on the Amundsen Sports online store

6. Dale of Norway 1994 Lillehammer Sweater

A true celebration of Nordic ski style, few jumpers say Christmas on the slopes like this one. Bringing back a classic design from the 1994 Olympics, your friends will definitely be asking you where you got your jumper from.

$330 | Available in 2 colorways

Available here on the Dale of Norway online store

7. Alps & Meters Alpine Anorak

Pair Alps & Meters Alpine Anorak with those ski knickerbockers we mentioned above, and you’ll look like a member of the 10th Mountain Division itself. A true celebration of heritage skiing mountaineering, we love the waxed cotton and distinguished stitch finish.

€680,95 | Available in 2 colorways

Available here on the Alps & Meters online store

8. VALLON Ski Aviator

Paying homage to the most iconic ski sunglasses ever made, VALLON’s Tricolor Ski Aviators are the epitome of 70s cool. We wouldn’t be seen at après-ski without them.

€109 | Available in 7 colorways

Available here on the VALLON online store

Photo Credit: VALLON

9. Black Crow Camox Freebird 95mm

Ready for all conditions, and favoring versatile skiing over performance, we think these are the ultimate season-wide ski. (The bright red color may influence our choice, but Black Crows need no introduction).

$1,699.95 | Available in 7 colorways

Available here on the Black Crow online store

10. Skida Low Pile Fleece Hat

Hark back to the 80s with these recycled low pile fleece hats. The colors take us right back to family ski slopes, and sipping on hot cocoa. Get one for every member of the family this winter.

$35.70 | Available in 7 colorways

Available here on the SKIDA online store

11. Voile Straps

The ideal stocking stuffer for any ski/snow lover. Coming in an assortment of colors, buy one of every size, and you’ll be well-equipped for your next ski touring adventure.

$7 - 18 | Available in 3 colorways

Available here on REI Coop’s online store

12. Opinel No 08 Animalia Chamois

Native to the Pyrenees and Alps, few animals make us think of the mountains like the humble Chamois. A trusty pocket knife is always handy when out and about in the mountains, and this is our go-to.

€18 | Available in 1 colorway

Available here on the Opinel online store

13. Beringia’s St Elias Jacket

So. Many. Pockets. This is Beringia’s flagship jacket, now available in high-vis, vibrant orange. Perfect for ski touring aficionados, pair it with their St Elias Bibs and you’ll be prepared for serious mountain adventures.

$675 | Available in 4 colorways

Available here on the Beringia online store

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The Ultimate Oldschoolers Gift Guide