Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes's Winter Sports Gear & Expert Recommendations
Tailored Travel, Expert Outfitting, Endless Adventure
Denver, COEmail me at Beyondtheslopes@gmail.com to get free personalized gear recommendations!
As a ski shop manager, boot fitter, ski designer, and travel expert, I've helped thousands of people have their best days on the mountain. I grew up skiing from the age of three in New England, before following the call of the mountains to Colorado, where I've spent over a decade as a top expert in the ski industry. I offer personalized travel planning and expert gear outfitting to help you experience the magic of the mountains on and beyond the slopes!
Discipline: Winter Sports
Specialty: Alpine Skiing
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Expert Gear Picks from Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes
Expert winter sports gear recommendations from Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes, Tailored Travel, Expert Outfitting, Endless Adventure, based in Denver, CO.
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes's Arch Support
The best thing you can do for your boot!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Superfeet Superfeet All-Purpose Support High Arch (Green) Insoles F
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes's Balaclavas, Neck Gaiters, Synthetic Baselayers
Black Strap is my choice for head & neck wear to protect you from the cold. If you choose to go with Synthetic baselayers over merino wool, black strap is a winter forward brand that will give you good options
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the BlackStrap Balaclavas & Ski Masks
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the BlackStrap Neck Gaiters
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the BlackStrap Synthetic Base Layers & Thermals
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Jackets & Pants
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the 686 686 Women's Hydra Thermagraph Insulated Jacket White XL
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the 686 686 Women's SMARTY 3-in-1 Spellbound Jacket Blue XS
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the The North Face The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated Snow Pants Black L
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the 686 Hydra Thermagraph Jacket - Women's
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Helly Hansen Helly Hansen Women's Powderqueen 3.0 Insulated Jacket XS
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Ski Clothes For Your Trip
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Women's Classic Thermal Merino Crew Base Layer Top
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Click the "Buy at" to shop on REI
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Women's Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Bottoms
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Bottoms Yellow L
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Men's Ski Zero Cushion Over The Calf Socks Black M
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Bindings!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Marker Griffon 13 ID Ski Binding - 2026
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes's Dress For Success!
I'm partnered with the best outdoor retailers in the world to get you dressed for success! Quality Layers are the key to comfort and safety in mountain environments. The weather can go from warm and sunny to cold and stormy in the blink of an eye! The best way to layer is 1. Base-layer (wool or synthetic, not cotton!) fits close to the skin to wick moisture. 2. Mid-layer (fleece, hoodie, puffy jacket) tailor your needed insulation to the conditions, breathable is best, sweat is the enemy! 3. Outer layer (water & windproof) to protect you from the elements. Other highly recommended pieces include warm & waterproof shoes, wool socks, sunglasses, suncreen, chapstick, water bottle, and a pack to store everything. Click the links below to shop with REI, Sun & Ski, & Backcountry for all of your outdoor needs and reach out to me directly at beyondtheslopes@gmail.com for questions and personalized recommendations!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the REI Snow Clothing
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Sun & Ski Sports Ski Clothing
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Backcountry Shop All Sale
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Peter Glenn Peter Glenn Ski & Sports - Florida
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Beginner Ski Kits for the family - start by picking up the baselayers, socks, & goggles on sale! Those will sell out quickly! REI has a strong rewards program & a generous return policy. Take advantage of it. Labor day & black friday are your best sales to shop between now and your trip!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Terramar Terramar Women's 1.0 All Season Merino Base Layer Pants
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Terramar Terramar Women's 1.0 All Season Merino Crew Base Layer Top
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Terramar Terramar Men's 3.0 Merino Bi-Layer Base Layer Pants
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Terramar Terramar Men's 3.0 Merino Bi-Layer Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Kari Traa Kari Traa Agnes Base Layer Set Kids - 7
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Snowboard Boots For Big Canoes!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Peter Glenn ThirtyTwo STW Double BOA Snowboard Boot (Men's) - 2026 WINTER - Size 12
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the thirtytwo ThirtyTwo Men's STW Double BOA Snowboard Boots -Size 12
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Peter Glenn Superfeet AP Medium Arch Support Insole
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High Volume Touring Boots & Skins To Start Your Uphill Journey!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the ATOMIC Atomic Hawx Magna XTD 130 GW Storm/Orange Ski Boots 2026
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Tecnica Tecnica Men's Cochise HV 120 Ski Boots Green
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Tecnica Cochise HV 120 Ski Boot - 2026 - Men's
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Pomoca Pomoca Tour Explore Climbing Skins - 120 mm (trim to width) L -175mm -190mm
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Leki Leki Guide Lite 2 Ski Poles - Pair Gray 110-145 Cm
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Touring Skins
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Pomoca Tour Pro R2C CF Climbing Skins
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Ski Pants On Sale!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Outdoor Research Carbide Bib Pant - Men's
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the REI Co-op REI Co-op Men's First Chair GTX Bibs
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Level Nine Sports Baker Bib Pant - Men's
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Pivots, Baby!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Evo Look Pivot 2.0 15 GW Ski Bindings 2026
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Evo Look x evo Pivot 2.0 15 GW Ski Bindings 2026
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Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smith Optics Squad ChromaPop Snow Goggles
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Flylow Flylow Women's Puma Jacket
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Helly Hansen Helly Hansen Women's Verbier Infinity Insulated Jacket
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Columbia Columbia Women's Bird Mountain Insulated Jacket
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Obermeyer Obermeyer Women's Malta Snow Pants
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Pants for Sydni, Socks, Baselayers, Gloves
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Helly Hansen Helly Hansen Women's Legendary Insulated Snow Pants White
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Columbia Columbia Women's Bugaboo II Snow Pants
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Men's Ski Targeted Cushion Extra Stretch Over The Calf Socks
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Women's Ski Targeted Cushion Pattern Over The Calf Socks
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Wintersport Full Cushion Ski Day Over The Calf Socks Purple L (3-6) Kids
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Snowboard Setup - All mountain Western North America, Hard Carving, Directional Twin, Goofy Dominant. 5'11, 180, 13M (Requires Wide Board) Tailored to Match Shinesty Black & Green Onsie
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Jones Jones Howler Snowboard 157W
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Nidecker LT Supermatic Snowboard Binding - 2026 XL Magma
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Union Union Men's Reset Pro Snowboard Boots White 12.5
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Superfeet Superfeet All-Purpose Support Medium Arch (Blue) Insoles G
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Jones Snowboards Mercury FASE Snowboard Binding - 2026
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes's The Basics
First time on the slopes? Here's what you need to be dressed for success!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Ski Zero Cushion Paths Crossed Print Over the Calf Socks Blue L
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the DAKINE DAKINE Men's Titan GORE-TEX Gloves
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the DAKINE DAKINE Women's Sequoia GORE-TEX Gloves Black
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smith Optics Squad ChromaPop Snow Goggles
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino 3/4 Length Base Layer Bottoms
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes's For The Kids
Set The Little Shedders Up For Success!
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smith Optics Smith Glide Jr. Mips Helmet and Snowday Goggles Set Black S
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the The North Face The North Face Freedom Insulated Bib Snow Pants Black L
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the The North Face The North Face Freedom Triclimate 3-in-1 Jacket Blue S
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Smartwool Smartwool Wintersport Full Cushion Stripe Over The Calf Socks Pink M
Leo Cocchiara - Beyond The Slopes recommends the Columbia Columbia Snowslope III Bib Snow Pants Black S
