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The Best Cheap Snowboard Jackets for Men 2022-2023

Last Updated: December 23, 2022 by Nate 8 Comments

cheap snowboard jackets for men 2023

There are two other jacket lists on this website (Top 20 non-insulated and Top 10 insulated) – but price isn’t a factor in those lists. For this post I want to present what I think are the best cheap snowboard jackets for men.

This list has been updated for 2022-23.

The Jacket’s in this list aren’t necessarily the cheapest you can get – but they will be value-for-money in terms of the performance you get, for a relatively low price.

In my opinion snowboarding jackets below a certain level of waterproofing are a waste of time and money, so there was a minimum quality level needed to make the list. To make this list each jacket had to score at least 70 points (in my jackets rating system), at least 10,000mm of waterproofing and 10,000g of breathability and have a recommended price less than $280 (this has been increased from $270 from last year's list, due to prices going up).

I have included both insulated and non-insulated jackets so you can find one to suit your preferences.

Compared to Other Jackets

As a means of comparison here are the stats from all of the jackets that I researched.

  • The average score was 81.1/100
  • The highest score was 100/100 
  • The average price was $347 

Of the 46 Jackets I looked at that were under $280: 

  • The average score was 66.3/100
  • The highest score was 84/100 
  • The lowest score was 40/100 
  • The average price was $226 

O.K. let’s make a start with the top 10.


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #10

DC Bandwidth 2023

Jacket: DC Bandwidth

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 73/100

Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 15,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Critically Taped

Starting off the list at #10, we have the DC Bandwidth.

Being one of the cheapest jackets you can get with 15,000mm waterproofing (though unfortunately not fully taped seams), and most of the functionality you can think of, the Bandwidth is great for those on a smaller budget, but still want decent performance from their snowboard jacket. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Bandwidth Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

4.0

24/30

SEAM SEALING

2.5

10/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

5.0

5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

73/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #9

Volcom Iconic Stone 2023

Jacket: Volcom Iconic Stone

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 73.5/100

Insulation: Shell or 80g insulated version
Waterproofing: 15,000mm 
Breathability:
15,000g
Seams:
Critically Taped

The Iconic Stone, like #10 above, gives you 15,000mm waterproofing, with the only thing letting it down being that the seams aren't fully taped. The Iconic Stone offers a touch more breathability. 

The Iconic Stone comes in both a shell version and an insulated version.

Check out the Score Breakdown for the Iconic Stone

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

4.0

24/30

SEAM SEALING

2.5

10/20

BREATHABILITY

3.5

17.5/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

3.0

3/5

TOTAL after normalizing

73.5/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #8

686 GEO Insulated 2023

Jacket: 686 GEO

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 76.5/100

Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

The GEO from 686 comes in at #8. 

If you're looking for an insulated jacket at a great price, the GEO is a great option. It doesn't have insanely waterproof material or amazing breathability, which you wouldn't expect for the price, but it does have fully taped seams, and great functionality. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the GEO Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

3.0

18/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

4.5

4.5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

76.5/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #7

Oakley Wengen 2023

Jacket: Oakley Wengen

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 77/100

Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

Next up at #7, we have the Oakley Wengen. 

For the price, like you would expect to make this list, you get plenty of waterproofing, breathability and functionality. Great option for those who want an insulated jacket, as opposed to a shell. 

Check out the Score Breakdown for the Wengen

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

3.0

18/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

5.0

5/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

4.0

4/5

TOTAL after normalizing

77/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #6

Armada Trenton 2023

Jacket: Armada Trenton

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 77/100

Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

Some might say a jacket from a ski brand has no place on this list - but hey, if it does what you need it to, inside your budget (importantly for this list), and your down with the style, then no reason why it shouldn't be an option. 

And the Trenton is a decently waterproof/breathable jacket with great functionality, all at a good price, so fits nicely into this lists parameters. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Trenton Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

3.0

18/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

5.0

5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

77/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #5

Armada Bergs 2023

Jacket: Armada Bergs

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 77/100

Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

Coming in at #5 we have the Armada Bergs.

The Bergs has very similar specs to it's Armada counterpart above (#6), but comes in a little cheaper. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Bergs Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

3.0

18/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

5.0

5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

77/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #4

Burton Frostner 2023

Jacket: Burton Frostner

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 78/100

Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 10,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

Next up we have the Burton Frostner.

It won't blow you away with its specs, but for the price it's a bargain, with fully taped seams and great functionality. 

The Frostner is a great option if you're looking for a shell (as opposed to an insulated jacket) at a reasonable price. 

The Frostner comes in both a full zip version and an Anorak version. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Frostner Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

3.0

18/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

5.0

5/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

5.0

5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

78/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #3

Flylow Patrol 2023

Jacket: Flylow Patrol

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 82/100

Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 15,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

In at #3, we have the Flylow Patrol. 

To get this level of waterproofing at this price is really quite incredible (until you see #1 below). Great value for money, if you're looking to get really good breathability without spending too much, and you're looking for a shell jacket.

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Patrol Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

4.0

24/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

4.0

4/5

TOTAL after normalizing

82/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #2

Quiksilver S.Carlson Stretch Quest 2023

Jacket: Quiksilver S.Carlson Stretch Quest

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 83/100

Insulation: Shell 
Waterproofing: 15,000mm 
Breathability:
10,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

Like #3 above, the S.Carlson Stretch Quest provides amazing waterproofing for the price - plus a lot of great functionality. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Stretch Quest Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

4.0

24/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

3.0

15/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

5.0

5/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

5.0

5/5

POCKETS

5.0

5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

83/100


BEST CHEAP SNOWBOARD JACKET #1

686 Dojo 2023

Jacket: 686 Dojo

Price: View More Info and Current Price Here

Score: 84/100

Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 20,000mm 
Breathability:
15,000g
Seams:
Fully Taped

And finally, in at #1, we have 686's Dojo. 

I had to double and then triple check the waterproofing rating on this jacket - and then go back and double/triple check the price, before confirming that, yes, you do get that level of waterproofing for that price. 

Check out the Score Breakdown For the Dojo Below

RATING
(out of 5)

Contribution to Final Score

WATERPROOFING

4.5

27/30

SEAM SEALING

5.0

20/20

BREATHABILITY

4.0

20/25

POWDER SKIRT

4.0

4/5

VENTING

5.0

5/5

HOOD

3.0

3/5

JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS

0.0

0/5

POCKETS

5.0

5/5

TOTAL after normalizing

84/100


Thanks for Reading

I hope this post has helped you to find a reasonably priced jacket suitable for you.

If you know of any other jackets at a reasonable price that you think deserve to be in this list feel free to mention it in the comments below.


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Nate is passionate about and loves learning new things everyday about snowboarding, particularly the technical aspects of snowboarding gear. That, and becoming a better rider and just enjoying and getting the most out of life.

Comments

  1. Fermin Lau says

    August 27, 2020 at 11:14 pm

    Hey Nate! I just got the DC Palomar jacket. I usually wear a M on my snowboard jackets. I tried this one today and fits a bit big and it’s a M. I’m afraid if I exchange for a S it won’t fit me at all. This M has plenty of room to move about. Sleeves are long, is this normal?
    Do DC jackets run bigger than other brands on market?

    Thanks for feedback.

    Fermin

    Reply
    • Nate says

      August 28, 2020 at 10:21 am

      Hi Fermin

      Thanks for your message.

      I don’t think DC jackets necessarily run bigger, but shell jackets often do feel that way – as they often allow for room to layer underneath. In my experience shell jackets tend to feel a little bigger than insulated jackets. But maybe you’ve had shell Ms in the past that are smaller than this one?

      Reply
  2. Adam says

    December 2, 2019 at 5:49 am

    First off, Thank you for your help! Found this resource a few days ago and it really helped me rapidly get up to speed to make a educated Snowboard purchase along with some well needed gear.
    My question – do you get any incentives from manufactures based on what items make the list? We all have different motivations and I am sure that you have to eat as well 🙂

    Reply
    • Nate says

      December 2, 2019 at 3:38 pm

      Hi Adam

      Thanks for your message.

      No, no incentives from manufacturers. I do make a commission on sales when people click through my links and end up buying (which of course doesn’t add anything to your cost) but definitely no incentives from manufacturers. I do limit the number of brands that I look at – just because otherwise it would be too arduous to do all the brands, but I still try to get a good range in.

      Reply
  3. Rik says

    November 23, 2019 at 3:03 pm

    Cheap jackets going at 250 dollars? 🙂
    Funny.

    Reply
    • Nate says

      November 24, 2019 at 1:51 pm

      I know! But that’s snowboard jackets for you.

      Relative to the average price of snowboard jackets (averaging close to $300 for the jackets I looked at and some well in excess of $600!), under $250 is pretty good, especially for something that’s got decent waterproofing/breathability and typical functionality for a snowboard jacket. But yeah, I get how $250 for a jacket can sound funny when it’s referred to as cheap!

      Also $250 is the max here, there are plenty on this list that are less than that too.

      Reply
  4. John L says

    March 7, 2016 at 9:01 am

    Nate,

    Although it’s technically not a snowboarding jacket (labeled as a ski jacket), the Elevation from Canadian company Eira is a fantastic jacket and a great value. I purchased mine for $150, but I’ve seen it as low as $75 on The Clymb. It features 20K waterproofing and 20K breathability, and all the bells and whistles like powder skirt, compression wrist cuffs, tons of pockets, fully-taped seams, etc.

    Reply
    • Nate says

      March 7, 2016 at 7:50 pm

      Wow! That’s a great price for a jacket with those specs. You must have gotten a great deal on it. I haven’t had any experience with Eira but from quick research, the Elevation looks like a great jacket. It was $269 recommended price where I looked but down to $121 – always worth shopping around a few different stores to see if you can get the deals for things like this.

      I guess when it comes to jackets there’s nothing really to distinguish ski and snowboard – in fact a lot of jackets are labelled as both.

      Reply

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