I'm newer to skiing and don't know what brands to get for skiing I'm an alpine skier?

It is Very important to get the proper gear for your self. renting for the season s a good option just because you can try out different brands each year. I personally own my own gear. I have Rossignol Bandit B2 and axial2 120 ti bindings that i bought this past season for less than $400.(a killer Deal) If you decide to buy your gear wait until the end or the season to get all the killer end of season sales. I would suggest Rossignol or Salomon as the best ski brands. Also if you do decide to buy go to your local stores and just talk to them about sizes and fittings. Then buy the gear online. Most stores overcharge for gear and you have to pay sales tax. Online you can find deals of 50% off or more plus you pay no sales tax. I would suggest www.backcountry.com They have great customer service and most stuff has free shipping. Hope this helps -Andrew

boots - different manufactuers fit diffreent types of feet. technica has one avail in a wide. lange for more medium ....go to a store and try many on. then you can search for the best boot in your price from that brand. Skis- swaps are good. season rentals too. if your new it may be better because you may need an upgrade soon. Poles-my opinion, poles are pole. buy the cheapest you can find that has a decent grip and strap. go to a lost and found. bindings. i prefer marker, many good ones on the market. buy on a reccomendation for whre you buy the skis. helmet - also head shape and fit makes a difference. try them on or you'll waste your money goggles- you really want good gogggles. all brands have an entry level that will do. goo luck

Unfortunately, you have picked a sport that you will not be able to get good gear that is not really expensive. I would suggest going to your local outdoor store and talking with them. They will be able to narrow down the equipment that is best for the conditions, your ability,weight,height etc. Where I live, we have ski swaps a couple times a year where you can pickup equipment for below cost that has only been used for a season or two.