Snowboarding resembles surfing or skateboarding on snow. Snowboarders perform many of the same movements as Alpine and freestyle skiers. Ski Clothing is specially constructed to be extremely warm and waterproof. It should also fit snugly without restricting movement. Elasticized waist and cuff bands, snaps, and hook fasteners help keep snow from getting inside clothing.
Most skiers dress in layers to create air pockets that trap heat.
Alpine skiers generally wear warmer, heavier clothing than cross-country skiers because they produce less body heat while skiing. Alpine skiers normally wear thermal underwear, a turtleneck sweater, a parka, insulated ski pants, waterproof gloves, a hat, and one pair of medium weight socks. Cross-country skiers dress in similar clothing but wear looser pants that allow greater movement. In addition cross-country skiers wear clothes that can be removed easily. Both Alpine and cross-country skiers wear goggles or sunglasses.