FOR THE BETTYS
BOARD: The Roxy Eminence board is nimble, has magnetraction (a serrated-like edge that cuts through our West Coast icy conditions) and transfers easily from the park to the powder.
OUTERWEAR: Its all about Roxy, who this season bring you the slim-fitting Everglade jacket, which is insulated, water resistant to 10,000 millimetres, and has all the requisite bells and whistles from powder skirt to chin guard to removable hood. Pair it with Roxys Canyon shell snow pants.
BOOTS: The Prion FT by 32 is comfortable, has an easy lacing system and 3-D molded tongues that wrap the foot for improved fit and heel hold. Plus its quilted, which means its also cute.
FOR THE BROS
BOARD: Never Summers Proto CT is flexible and versatile with rocker and camber technology that make it almost impossible to catch an edge, while it still rides great in powder.
OUTERWEAR: An Orage Alaskan jacket will put you back a few dollars, but its worth it for 20-millimetre water protection and fully sealed seams. Additional features include a watch window, hiking suspenders, and that the coat comes in awesome colours, like a bright Kelly green. Pair it with Rossignol Mig alpine snow pants.
BOOTS: The JP Walker Lite by 32 is a smooth-flexing boot thats easy to lace, flexes smoothly, and uses a special foam that provides better cushioning than traditional foams. Plus, its endorsed by pro snowboarder JP Walker
Read Kate MacLennan's piece on why Kitsilano is the place to shop for gear in Vancouver here.
