Protect Your Tech This Winter - Our 2025 Ski Checklist
Ski Checklist 2025 - Courtesy of Professional Skiers and Snowboarders
Winter is here, and so are epic powder days on the slopes! Before heading out to your favorite run or exploring the backcountry, check out these essential tips from our team of professional skiers and snowboarders on how to keep your devices alive and well in cold conditions using PHOOZY thermal protection.
Tip #1: Limit Phone Usage
Keep your phone safe and warm by limiting its exposure to the cold. When you take your phone out of your PHOOZY, it can quickly lose heat, as materials like stainless steel and aluminum are highly conductive. In freezing temperatures, your phone can turn into an icicle within minutes, draining its battery faster. Always try to minimize the time your phone spends outside of the PHOOZY.
Tip #2: Utilize Your Inner Pockets
After securing your phone in a PHOOZY Thermal Capsule, slide it into an inner jacket pocket. The PHOOZY’s slim and lightweight design makes it easy to tuck into your jacket or pants pocket, adding extra layers of warmth and protection. On especially cold or windy days, winter athletes recommend placing your phone in a mid-layer or base layer pocket for additional protection against the windchill. This ensures your phone stays accessible without sacrificing warmth.
Tip #3: Monitor Your Battery Health
Your phone's battery wears down over time, just like a favorite pair of jeans (but probably quicker). Daily use, frequent charging cycles, and exposure to extreme temperatures can accelerate battery degradation. iPhone users can check battery health by going to Settings > Battery Health —Apple suggests replacing the battery if the capacity drops below 80%. To extend your battery life, avoid exposing your phone to harsh conditions whenever possible, and keep it protected with a PHOOZY.
Tip #4: Protect Your Tech
Don’t just use PHOOZY for your phone—keep your other gear safe, too! Camera batteries, power banks, and other devices can also benefit from thermal protection. Store them in a PHOOZY Accessory Pouch to extend their battery life during cold-weather adventures. For even more storage, consider our TechCapsule, which offers lightweight and rugged protection for all your gear.
Tip #5: Check Out PHOOZY Attachment Straps
In the backcountry, accessibility is key. The PHOOZY Attachment Straps easily secure your XP3 Series Thermal Capsule to your backpack, keeping your phone within reach while safeguarding it from the cold. Backcountry skier Bryan Finocchiaro swears by his setup, saying, "Connecting my XP3 Series Thermal Capsule to my Osprey backpack has been a game changer... from the back bowls of Colorado to the deep powder of Hokkaido, Japan, the PHOOZY always keeps my phone protected and powered up."
Tip #6: Be Prepared with Our Essential Ski/Snowboard Bundle
To stay ready for any situation on the mountain, grab our Essential Ski/Snowboard Bundle, featuring the PHOOZY Apollo II Thermal Capsule, Drink Capsule and Battarix Emergency Power Card — a compact, always-ready backup power supply with an 8-year shelf life. When your phone's battery runs low, Battarix provides a quick boost, making it a perfect addition to your winter gear in case of emergencies.
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Stay warm, stay connected, and enjoy your time on the slopes with these tips and PHOOZY’s cutting-edge protection.