Pack winter gear for your ski trip – smart tips for loading your car the right way
When it’s time to head for the mountains, there’s a lot that needs to fit in the car – skis, boots, helmets, clothes and bags. To make the journey both comfortable and safe, smart packing is key.
What winter gear should you bring on your ski trip?
A ski holiday often means more luggage than you’d expect. In addition to skis or a snowboard, you’ll need to pack boots, helmets and ski clothing. Then add base layers, rucksacks and travel bags. If you’re travelling with children, there’s often even more winter gear – like sledges or extra winter clothing. All of this takes up space, so it’s important to plan how to distribute the load between your car’s different storage solutions.
Pack winter gear efficiently behind the car with the Senja cargo box
The Senja cargo box is a brilliant year-round solution for a wide range of needs. It mounts onto the Sarek bike carrier – or any compatible towbar-mounted bike rack – and is ideal for freeing up space inside the car. It’s the perfect place for bags, helmets, boots and clothing – everything that would otherwise take up room in the boot or between passengers. One of Senja’s key advantages is its rear opening, making loading easy even when the car is already full. By keeping heavier items closer to the ground, your car maintains better weight balance compared to loading everything on the roof.
Winter Transport Solutions from Mont Blanc
Smart roof packing with the Altitude roof box
The Altitude roof box gives you a spacious storage area on top of your car, specially designed for ski trips. It easily fits skis, helmets, boots and clothing all in one place. With a capacity of up to 450 litres, it’s an obvious choice for anyone travelling with lots of gear. Thanks to its aerodynamic design, the Altitude reduces wind resistance and has minimal impact on fuel consumption – a practical and efficient solution for winter travel.
How do I load my skis on the car?
There are several ways to transport skis, depending on your setup. With the Altitude roof box, you can store your skis together with the rest of your luggage. Prefer to keep them separate? Use a ski rack like Crest or Ridge, which mounts directly to your roof rack. Combine this with the Senja cargo box for maximum storage capacity. Whichever option you choose, make sure your skis are securely fastened and won’t shift during the journey.
Want to know more about the best way to transport your skis and snowboard? Read our guide on how to transport your ski equipment.
