Noob buying own gear - where to start?

Start with boots. Boots + footbeds are singlehandedly the most important. Since you’re a bit new, I imagine you won’t spend a ton of cash on footbeds. As you progress, definitely look Into footbeds. Go to a good ski shop and have them fit you for boots.

Next would be skis and bindings. Trying to progress on skis that don’t fit you or your riding style will just cause frustration and pain.

Im short on time now, but we need a little more info about you. Height, weight, where you ski, how many days you’re skiing a year, etc.

what's your budget? how often do you ski, and what do you like to ski (park, steeps, trees, groomers etc)? how good at skiing are you?

This guide can be a good place to start.

Definitely start with boots, find a pair that fits well and is comfortable. You are likely going to want to start with a softer flexing boot if you're a novice skier and on the lighter side. It's pretty easy to find lightly used skis, poles and outerwear if you're looking to save money. I'd recommend a new helmet though. For goggles just find a comfy pair. Yellow lenses are generally the most versatile unless it's always sunny where you ski.

shin-bangStart with boots. Boots + footbeds are singlehandedly the most important. Since you’re a bit new, I imagine you won’t spend a ton of cash on footbeds. As you progress, definitely look Into footbeds. Go to a good ski shop and have them fit you for boots.

Next would be skis and bindings. Trying to progress on skis that don’t fit you or your riding style will just cause frustration and pain.

Im short on time now, but we need a little more info about you. Height, weight, where you ski, how many days you’re skiing a year, etc.

Hy OP, these things I’m about to tell you are crucial:
GO TO A GOOD BOOTFITTER.
DO NOT SIZE UP IN BOOTS, EVER. (If you have a bit of toe crunching heat molding will fix it. Heat molding expands the liner outward.)
BUY THE BOOT THAT FITS YOU BEST REGARDLESS OF PRICE.
IF YOU DON’T HAVE A BIG/WIDE FOOT DO NOT GET WIDE BOOTS. NARROW DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN UNCOMFORTABLE.
ON THAT NOTE, YOUR BOOTS SHOULD NOT BE UNCOMFORTABLE, JUST VERY SNUG AND FORM FITTING.

Sorry for typing in all caps, but a LOT of people go to shit stores without proper bootfitters and get boots that are too big or ill fitting because they don’t know any better. Then they go out on the mountain and have reduced control over their skis and/or pain in their feet. You don’t want that.

SofaKingSickwhat's your budget? how often do you ski, and what do you like to ski (park, steeps, trees, groomers etc)? how good at skiing are you?

Also this. I wouldn’t worry about budget cuz you can often find a deal on the ski you want in the spring/offseason. Demo skis if you can.

https://blisterreview.com/gear-reviews/best-skis-for-beginners-a-guide this guide to.

patagonialukeThis guide can be a good place to start.