Every now and then your skiwear needs a little love, I know mine does. When your ski clothes or any kind of waterproof outerwear gets dirty it will eventually get to the point where the fabric isn't going to do its job.
This is where Nikwax comes in. Nikwax Tech-wash is a cleansing solution that can be poured in with your laundry instead of your regular laundry detergent. Most waterproof fabrics such as Gortex are extremely porous, that’s what makes them breathable. They are designed so that water stays out but air is allowed to transfer through. So once we clog those pores with dirt you no longer have a fabric that functions the way it should and slowly overtime you lose breathability. Using Nikwax Tech-wash not only cleans the pores out but also re-waterproofs the material.
The most frequent question I get is why not just use regular detergent? Regular detergent will actually clog those fiber pores even more with a residue that we can’t see. So maybe it will clean the garment but it won’t improve the waterproofness and may, in fact, compromise its performance. Nikwax comes in a variety of solutions for all sorts of fabric types from baselayers and down sleeping bags to leather shoes and boots. All of which have specific properties that help gently clean, rejuvenate, and restore the garment to its original state.
Patagonia
The North Face
prAna
Lole
Carve
Nomadic Traders
Billabong
Roxy
ArcTeryx
Alo
Saucony
Mizuno
Horny Toad
Icebreaker
Mtn Hardwear
Royal Robbins
Three Dot
Kjus
Craft
Specialized
Twin Six
Castelli
Assos
Pearl Izumi
Fox
Reef
Kuhl
Mammut
Danny Shane
Troy Lee
Zoic
Honolua
Quicksilver
and more!
Proving to be far superior…
Last winter I started the ultimate test. I purchased two socks. One will remain nameless and the other one was a Point 6 sock. I bought both socks on exactly the same day and guess which one is still standing? You guessed it… Point 6.
I didn’t count the days, nor did I pay much attention to which one got worn more but the one pair of socks is worn out all over and my Point 6 are just fine. Maybe it has something to do with the wool fiber nylon mix that Point 6 is using or that the wool fibers themselves are spun tighter from the very beginning.
Either way Point 6 seems to be lasting longer. But who knows? When you live in a town where your socks are as important as your pack you could probably just assume you’re just getting your moneys worth, even if they only last a year.
Now on SALE at Ski Haus!
Ski Haus is a great place to go to when you need a new pack or a new pair of skis, but did you know we have an awesome selection of casual clothing for men and women? We have all sorts of items to go right along with the season, a nice sweater or pair of jeans, maybe just a simple button up. There are so many choices from sweatshirts, tee shirts, hoodies, and flannels, to jeans, and my favorite..cute winter dresses that go great with tights and a warm pair of boots. But guess what? I have even better news… it’s all on sale right now!
50% OFF Mens casual shirts like Patagonia, Billabong, Quicksilver, & The North Face and 30-50% OFF Womens items like Prana, Khul, Roxy, Lole, Royal Robbins, and Horny Toad. Stop by before it’s too late!
ALÓ & Prana
YOGA Pants and Tops
There is nothing better than starting your day with a relaxing trip to yoga class, but there’s one way to make it a little better. Ski haus has a great selection of yoga wear from tops to capri pants. I love how soft and smooth the fabric is against my skin. It’s extremely lightweight and comfortable. Not only can you wear the garments for yoga but I find them to be excellent running cloths. I just want something soft and non-abrasive on my body while I spend an afternoon at the gym.
A little bonus is that ALÓ is a green company that uses sustainable fabrics, so we can have a healthy lifestyle and healthy planet. Oh, and don’t forget to grab a yoga matt while you’re here! Styles, sizes, and colors ranging from $50 to $75.
Icebreaker
New Zealand Merino Wool Baselayers
One of my personal favorites. It’s really something when you’re sweating buckets from skiing in the backcountry but your baselayer stays completely dry. It’s all thanks to Icebreakers merino wool quick dry technology. It has the qualities of both traditional wool as well as synthetics. It’s never itchy, extremely breathable & lightweight, and has all the warmth you need depending on the conditions. You can choose the layer that best suits the temperature and activity your doing. Icebreaker has a 150 g/m2 ultra light layer for “cool conditions”, a 200 g/m2 lightweight layer for “cold conditions”, and a 260 g/m2 midweight layer for “cold conditions”. They come in all sorts of colors and styles for both men and women.
For all the Nordic skiers out there Ski Haus has the best selection of outerwear. We have a variety of brands including Salomon, Bjorn Daehlie, Swix, Sugoi, Craft, and Saucony.
One of the Ski Haus staff favorites is the Salomon Momentum Soft Shell Jacket and Pant which is designed to be extremely breathable and lightweight. Since it's designed with skaters in mind the front of the garment is wind resistant while the back is a soft, breathable material.
We also appreciate the convenient lower back pocket and small sleeve pocket so you can still bring your essentials without bulky packs around your waist to slow you down.
Both the jacket and pant are made of an incredibly stretchy outer material with a light fleece lining making every glide much more enjoyable.
Need a little extra insulation? Or maybe just a nice cozy winter shirt? There’s not much to say about this one except it's soft, warm, and perfect as a Christmas gift!
The Better Sweater has all the lightweight, moisture-wicking warmth of a high-performance fleece but travels stealthily as a dignified sweater. The soft fleece interior will keep you warm and comfortable.
This polar-tech fleece comes in a variety of colors with the choice of full or 1&Mac218;4 zip. Pair this with the Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket and you’ve got it all. And when the winter season comes to an end this is the perfect spring or cool summer night layer…ok let’s not go there quite yet.
Womens: Vintage Gold, Black, Lagoon, Lemon-Lime, Magenta, Feather Gray. $129.00
Mens:Prussian Blue, Black, Ember, Stonewash, Seaweed, Vintage Gold. $129.00
Nordwand Jacket for Men
You can't ski this winter without the best Goretex Pro Shell jacket from Mammut.This jacket has all there is to offer
Yes you've heard it before..wind, water, vapor, and durability. But this year get a little crazy and add some color to your season.Mammut has made the perfect jacket for the avid skier, snowboarder, and winter recreationist. With all the functionality we all love and styles and colors we can't live without.
This jacket is fully loaded with a removable ski skirt, built in goggle bag, removable helmet compatible hood, pit zips, and best of all taped zippers to make sure all that powder stays out. And Ladies this jacket is a woman specific fit so you can look good too! Oh and for you backcountry folks this jacket is extremely light weight, but don't worry that wont effect the durability.
Womens: Cyan or Black, xs - xl, $675
Mens: Orange, Black, Cyan, s - xxl, $675
Winter is officially here! The mountain is open, the snow is here, ok well it's on its way, and it's time to get ready for the 2012 ski season.
The Hestra gloves at Ski Haus is ideal for the Colorado ski season. A Swedish company that has been making gloves since 1936 really knows how to do it. With a fully water proof, durable, insolated glove that is perfect for all winter enthusiasts of all types. From skiers, free riders, guides, patrollers, and instructors to the snow mobiler, and backcountry hiker. There's only one thing better, that warm hand going for a nice cold beer after a long day playing in the snow.
With the Alpine Pro and Alpine series these gloves were meant for Steamboat Springs. The goat skin leather makes them extra warm and durable along with a removable liner for easy drying, making the next morning much more enjoyable.You can even customize your glove by using different insulated liners for a variety of temperature conditions or use the shell only for a great spring glove, two in one!
Insulation:Thermolite. Lining: Bemberg/polyester. Features: Neoprene cuff with Velcro closure.External seams. $165.00
Even if you know only a little bit about crosscountry skiing, skate skiing, or classic skiing, you have probably heard of Bjorn Daehlie. Bjorn is the most successful male Olympic Nordic skier in histoy. He is a legend.
Ski Haus tried a couple times over the years to stock Bjorn Daehlie clothing with little success. But now the distribution in the USA is solid and we're excited to have this line in our shop. This is some of the best fitting, best designed Nordic wear we have seen in a while. Highlighted here is the Olympic Jacket for men. We also stock pants, hats, and gloves
The Olympic Jacket features:
3-Layer elastic soft shell with waterproof membrane in front
2-Layer elastic soft shell in back with inserts in Thermolife Light for breathability and moisture management
Full length front zipper with inner placket and chin guard
Two zippered hand pockets
Inner zippered chest pocket
Reflective elements for safety and visibility
Come check out the latest from Bjorn Daehlie at Ski Haus!
This is the time of year when we get to start wearing our favorite light insulation layers. They are cozy warm without being hot. On cool Fall days it feels like wearing a hug all around you... comforting. Patagonia's Down Sweater is just such a piece. Light and warm and versatile. Wear it as your outer layer on a mild day. Wear a shell over it for bomber warmth on very cold days. It is a Fall/Winter favorite. It makes you want this cold weather to last and last and last... Just like this down sweater will. Stay warm out there!
Ski Haus employee Abby Manley grew up in Steamboat, and is a person that truly exemplifies Yampa’s unique mountain culture.
Whenever Abby has a free minute she is out running with her two dogs or mountain biking with her hubby. You can be sure that she doesn’t stay still for long. Her stylish Kuhl Splash Shorts enable her to be ready for whatever comes up next. Kuhl’s Uberkuhl fabric breathes great, keeping her dry and comfortable. The shorts have 8 pockets, are faster drying, more lightweight, and stronger than cotton. Moreover, these shorts are cute enough to strut around downtown as well.
The Splash short is available at Ski Haus for $60.00. Be sure to check out other Kuhl women’s products available at Ski Haus including The Sierra Bermuda, The Viola Capri, and The Splash Skirt!
Ski Haus employee, Toni King, is sporting Prana's beautiful Amaya Dress, a favorite at Ski Haus. This dress is a knockout for a summer wedding, cruising around town, or even a weekend camping trip. The internal shelf bra makes for the utmost comfort and eliminates having to wear/show annoying bra straps. The beautiful retro-inspired floral fuschia and purple orchid print on the Amaya Dress is made out of a quick dry fabric recycled polyester/spandex blend. The dress is perfect for throwing in your weekend bag for a summer getaway. The fabric moves with you and is wrinkle resistant. The straps also stay put around your shoulders. A pretty low maintenance piece for a smashing look, don't you think?
Amaya dress is available in orchid (shown above), black, citron paisley, and congo beats. The Amaya Dress is available at
Ski Haus for $68, don't miss out!
Ski Haus
1457 Pine Grove Road
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
1.800.932.3019
970.879.0385
info@skihaussteamboat.com
1457 Pine Grove Road
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
1.800.932.3019
970.879.0385
info@skihaussteamboat.com