Protection

Winter Sports Protection for Snowboarding and Skiing

Here you will find winter sports protection that makes it safer to push your limits on a snowboard or skis. The equipment is designed for cold conditions, providing excellent impact absorption and a high degree of freedom of movement. It’s all about focusing on your ride rather than your falls.

You can combine different types of protection depending on your level and riding style. This could be a back protector and protective shorts, or wrist guards and knee pads. Many models are designed to be worn under regular ski clothing without adding bulk or causing discomfort.

Winter sports protection is relevant for all ability levels. As a beginner, you fall more often, and as an experienced rider, you go faster and take more risks. It’s a worthwhile investment whether you mainly ride in the park, on the piste or off-piste.

How to Choose the Right Winter Sports Protection

When choosing protection, it’s important to consider safety, fit and comfort. Use the following points as a checklist before making your decision:

• Type of protection Consider whether you need a back protector, hip or tailbone protector, knee or elbow pads, or wrist guards, depending on where you typically take the hardest hits.
• Size and fit The protection should fit closely to your body without pinching. Check size guides and measure your circumference or length to find the correct size.
• Material and flexibility Look for materials with good shock absorption, such as high-density foam, combined with stretch panels so you can bend and move freely.
• Comfort and breathability Ventilated fabrics and soft inner linings make a big difference if you wear the protection all day under outerwear.
• Certification and safety standards Back protectors should ideally be CE-certified according to relevant EN standards, ensuring they have been tested for their intended purpose.
• Level and riding style If you ride in the park and perform tricks, extra padding around the hips, thighs and tailbone makes sense. For high-speed downhill runs, a back protector and wrist guards are often the top priorities.

With us, you will find winter sports protection for beginners, intermediates and experts alike. Choose the pieces that suit your style and gradually build up your protection. Once your safety is taken care of, you can confidently take the next step in your progression on the snow.