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Sometimes a quick hit of hot chocolate is all a child needs to recharge, and when those situations arise the Ice Blue Trend Mini Thermos from SIGG will be your savior. It keeps 12 ounces of fluid hot all day and the sleek, double-walled design fits easily into a chest pocket or backpack.
$28, www.mysigg.com

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Yakima's aerodynamic Sky Box 12 makes carrying skis, 'boards, and the 1,001 other "essential" items an absolute breeze. The hard plastic case protects its contents from ice, snow, and dirt, and a variety of Yakima-specific accessories—a long-lasting internal L.E.D. light for increased visibility, a durable cargo net to secure gear, a removable pad for increased gear protection, a low-profile wall mount for convenient storage when not in use—will let you trick the kit out your Sky Box to OCD-level perfection. $339 (accessories sold separately), www.yakima.com

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If you're spending time in the mountains, this watch will make your life easier. The Expedition Adventure Tech from Timex is water resistant to 50 meters, and features a barometer, weather forecast, altimeter, thermometer, and stop watch. Kids will love the weather icons that display the forecast—so you can keep them amused when you're checking incoming weather while on the chair lift. $100, www.timex.com