Size M Cross-Country Skiing Knicker Pants - Mother Karen's Salt Lake CityHoly cow, were these knickers made in AMERICA??? Yes they were, before (insert political rant) took over. And yes there are pockets on the front! Mother Karen's was is a maker of ski clothing, starting in the 1970s in Utah. They made this item called a "Powder Shirt", which was apparently very popular back then among the downhill crowd. But YOU earn your turns! And you'll be prepared for anything with these solidly built size medium (men's) knickers.

Not 100% sure where this era of Bratlie was produced - still in the basement in Vålerenga or at a Swix facility

The 2000 is a slightly lighter version which

Wicked nice pair of traditional bamboo ski poles from Norway

Don't let the grubby-looking cuffs turn you off - these boots are in really good shape

- Never used pair of 1960s "Kloa" cross-country ski racing bindings from Norway

one tip was nearly sheared off

at which point the snowflake moved up above the Swix and plastic caps were the norm

Slapping your brand on a pair of snowshoes manufactured for you elsewhere was a good way to advertise in the cold winter months

Size women's 6

which is remarkable given its age

This example is in great condition

or about about a US 2