Winter is the time of games with snow and skiing. Children are especially happy with snow. Why not take the kids during the Christmas holidays to the ski resort so that you can breathe in the mountains with a frosty air and do a wonderful sport - skiing? However, the right equipment is important here, in particular for children. In the mountains, as a rule, the column of the thermometer often falls below zero by ten, or even all fifteen divisions. And children who do not have such strong immunity, as in adults, have every chance to freeze and get sick. Therefore, in order for this not to happen, and the whole family, having a full staff, had a great time, it is important before the trip to choose the right ski suits for children. And we will tell you how to do it.
What is a children's winter ski suit?
In general, the correct ski suit for an adult and a child is a clothing consisting of three layers. The first layer is a thermal underwear , which is sewn from synthetic materials, thanks to them heat is retained, and moisture is removed from the body surface. As for the second layer of children's ski suits, it is a warming thing: a sweater and trousers made of fleece, down, synthetic.
But the third layer of ski clothing - the suit itself - is designed to protect the owner from the wind, moisture and cold outside. In addition, this suit should "breathe" and remove moisture from the body, but be waterproof. Since skiing is quite an active sport, the top layer is strong and durable. Basically, the modern costume is made of membrane fabric, which copes well with all the necessary functions. Thanks to a special synthetic thermo filler your child will be comfortable at any temperature - and at + 5 + 10⁰ and at -10⁰ and even -20⁰ (depending on the manufacturer). The technology works in such a way that the third layer of the ski suit does not heat, but the heat emanating from the child's body remains, creating a certain temperature regime inside. Therefore, a small skier will not be hot at +10⁰ or cold at -20⁰.
How to choose ski clothes for children?
It is clear that this specialized clothing should be not only beautiful, but also comfortable. Otherwise, the child, constantly feeling uncomfortable, can not enjoy a vacation in the mountains. When choosing a thermal underwear for your beloved, specify for what purpose it is necessary: for draining moisture or keeping heat. In the first case, 100% synthetic material, and in the second case - fabrics with special thermofibers. Pay attention to ensure that the thermal underwear and the details of the second layer are tight and do not form wrinkles on the baby's body.
The third layer can have two modifications: overalls or ski trousers with a ski jacket. Of course, for children warmer will be the first option, and snow is unlikely to fall. However, skiing children's overalls have a number of shortcomings, which should be taken into account:
- in the overalls, the child will have difficulty with visiting the toilet;
- overalls quickly become a small child.
In addition, modern children's ski jackets are equipped with special parts, the so-called snow-protective cusp, which is designed to protect your child's loin from cold gusts of wind and snow. The same devices can also be found on the bottom of the ski trousers. Many models of ski pants have a high back with straps, which helps protect the loins of the child from the cold wind.
When buying a ski suit for a child, do not forget about the necessary accessories: a hat, gloves or mittens.