The folks at POC in Stockholm Sweden are taking a new approach to skiing and snowboarding.  So if you are close to approaching the 154 mph world record for skiing, you should probably grab some ski armor.  This suit not only has panels to protect you from cuts and scrapes, but it has a spine protector with interlocking plates and fitting foam.  You could take a ski, rock, or ice block to your back and you’d walk away (barring any other missing limbs).  So go fast.  $340  BUY

So you’re on the slopes and you want to stay out even longer – but caffeine will only dehydrate you. Pack Oxia’s Personal Oxygen in your backpack and take a breath of fresh oxygen. 90% Oxygen, 10% Nitrogen – it is completely pure – no smog, no particles. Reduces lactic acid buildup while increasing blood flow. $70. Refills $25-30. BUY

If you do get the skis, you’ll probably want to grab Ortovox’s S1 Avalanche Beacon. Sensor can show the location of up to four others, while telling you how deep they are as well. Once the first person is found, you can easily delete that signal from the display. magnetic north is used to calibrate direction. Included is a slope measuring device, to help avoid using the main features of the gadget. Slope feature might be worth it alone. $529.