If you have ever tried to buy an alpine ski racing speed suit in summer, you know in years gone by it was almost impossible. But we’re changing that game. At Arctica we have speed suits available all year long. Many ski shops close down for the summer. Or put away all their winter inventory and […]
Gear.
Why We Love Our Flexshell Fabric (And Think You Should Too!)
Arctica utilizes a proprietary softshell fabric called Flexshell for several pieces of apparel in the line. Flexshell is a 3-layer laminated fabric. It’s a stretch nylon outer layer with a microfleece backing that has a waterproof/breathable laminate in between. This fabric is not only super comfortable and versatile, but durable and dry too. Durable The Flexshell stretch nylon […]
The Essential Summer Ski Training Kit
The high elevation of most summer ski training venues can mean extreme variations in temperatures and weather conditions. Early mornings could be freezing cold and later in the day, it could be sweltering hot. Wind, rain and other extreme weather conditions are all a possibility too. Your best bet for the best summer ski camp […]
Why You Need an Arctica Packable Windbreaker
The Arctica Packable Windbreaker is the perfect minimalist jacket to wear all summer long. Whether you are hiking, biking or summer ski race training, this versatile pullover offers wind and rain resistance. For on-the-go convenience, it packs in to it’s own pocket so it is easy to keep handy when you need just “a little […]
All in the Family
These race families know style and a good value when they see it. That’s why everyone in the family is wearing Arctica! On trend styles and colors. High performance fabrics and insulation. Family-friendly prices. Great value. Isn’t it time everyone in your family is wearing Arctica?
Proper Care of Your Arctica Race Gloves and Mitts
Just like any high quality leather glove or mitten, with proper use and care your Arctica Goat Leather Race Gloves and Mitts should last a long time. Keep in mind, gloves rarely get damaged while skiing. Usually, the edges of skis and boot buckles are the cause of damage to your gloves. So first and […]
Popular Ski Racing Suits for Girls
Our most popular ski racing suits for girls are generally the most colorful suits. Some years that ends up being a predominantly pink suit. Others it’s purple. But many times it’s blue or black. We offer many styles that appeal to all girls. From girly-girls to tomboys and everyone in between.
Here’s a look at some of our most popular ski racing suits for girls over the years.
Top 5 Ski Racing Suits for Men for 2017-18
With seventeen speed suit designs in the the 2017-18 collection, we’ve got a ski racing suit for everyone. We try to produce most suits with universal appeal, but some suits just end up skewing one direction or the other. Here’s a breakdown of our top five ski racing suits for men.
The New “Family Sweater”
Matching sweaters for the entire family is so 1978. The zeitgeist for the modern ski family is matching down coats. With a color and size for everyone in the family, Arctica’s new Classic Down Jacket is the new “family sweater”. Wear them on the hill or around town. Either way you look great and are […]
Introducing the New Classic Down Jacket
New for this season is the Arctica Classic Down Jacket. Available in eight colors and men’s, women’s and youth sizes, there is a jacket for everyone in the family. This warm goose down jacket features classic puffy down jacket styling with fully baffled construction.
Goat Leather Race Gloves and Mitts
Tired of paying a small fortune for race gloves and having frozen fingers after every run?
Introducing the Arctica Goat Leather Race Gloves and Mitts. They are warm, durable and dry and at $100 are far less expensive than anything else on the market of equivalent quality.
Should I Buy a Used Ski Racing Suit?
This time of year there are ski swaps everywhere. And ski swaps are usually loaded with used ski racing gear, including used ski racing suits. With most new race suits out there retailing for over $375 for kids and $500 for adults it can be pretty tempting to buy a used ski racing suit. Things […]