Arcade Sierra Belt

As for Arcade belts, the whole bloody lot of Team Whitelines rocks one of these, and yet somehow they’ve still retained their appeal. Perhaps the presence of Bode Merrill and Austin Smith on the pro team has granted them protective cool powers.

We’re singling out the Arcade Sierra belt for its winning embrace of the camo constant, but you can’t go wrong with any of their ‘adventure’ belts. The stretchy fabric has a durable water repellent coating, so it’s as tough as it is comfortable.

It’s absolutely bang on for travelling too, with no metal parts to set off airport detectors, and it’ll make your jeans feel like pyjama bottoms. When you’re on a long flight or transfer bus, the Sierra is worth its weight in gold.

[monetizer101 search=’arcade sierra’]

Skullcandy Jib In-Ear Wireless Headphones

Riding with tunes remains a personal preference issue, although we’d hope that no-one’s daft enough to ride in a busy resort with Mastodon turned all the way up to 11. Or Ed Sheeran at any volume.

If you need the music, even if only for solo chairs while your mates are still sleeping off their demi of Jupiler, then the Skullcandy Jib wireless headphones will definitely come in handy. The integrated music controls are much handier than actually footering with your mp3 player or phone on the hill, and connecting with Bluetooth is a piece of cake.

There’s also a built-in mic, allowing you to make and receive calls on the move. So when the rest of your squad finally drag themselves up the hill, you can arrange a meeting point with ease.

Or instead, with a quick press of buttons you can dinghy the call, pop on some Sheeran (let’s not kid ourselves – statistically speaking, that’s the most likely scenario), and scope your next line.

[monetizer101 search=’skullcandy wireless’]

Anon Primo Clava

With their highly-regarded range of magnetic goggles, it’s no surprise to see Anon also take a deep dive into compatible facemasks that click into place just underneath the frame. If you own a pair of their Magne-Tech goggles, then it’s definitely the best option for keeping your face covered.

If, on the other hand, you use more conventional frames, then Anon have got just the thing for you too. The Anon Primo Clava has the same moisture-wicking qualities and ventilation as the magnet-enhanced versions, but come in at a lower price.

Any pair of goggles will sit comfortably over this balaclava, with no bunching. Win, rain and sleet won’t stand a chance against it, so if you’re after an extra level of face protection then the Anon Primo is it.

[monetizer101 search=’anon primo’]

Oakley Factory Park Gloves

Wherever possible, a rider should have a decent arsenal of gloves to match the possible conditions. These low-profile hand-clothes from Oakley are best suited for warmer conditions – think end-of-season slush-bashing.

The palms of the Oakley Factory Park Gloves are made of ridiculously grippy silicone material that lets you tweak the grab until your bindings beg for mercy. The touchscreen-compatible gloves make getting the ‘gram easy and hassle-free, and the durable nylon can cope with all the hand-drags you can muster. Trust us – wearing a pair of these beats slush-burn, every time.

They’re easy to slip on and off, with a velcro fastener to make sure they stay put when you want them to. Once your hand is in, the ergonomic shape is cosy without being too restrictive.

Given their small size and low price, it’s worth getting a pair of these even if you only head for the mountains at the coldest time of year. They’d be great for wearing to the pub in the evening, allowing you to leave your chunky mitts back at the chalet.

[monetizer101 search=’oakley factory glove’]

Need more inspiration? Check out our 2017-2018 Whitelines Buyer’s Guide here