^The standing up part is easy. Once you start moving, that is when things get interesting.
I wear Obermeyer stuff. They are local up here, and have a "garage sale" every year, where you can buy last years stuff or new stuff for a fraction of the price. We have also tried to get mini-Buff 1 to be a model for them, so we could score some free kids ski gear. No dice, so far. I used to get a pro deal on skis, boots and gear, as my BIL used to snowboard professionally (boardercross), but he doesn't anymore. He still gets a pro deal on Smith goggles and sunglasses, though. I need to upgrade my helmet and goggles this year.