The following 10 are what I consider to the best women’s snowboard pants currently on the market.
This list has been updated for the 2021-22 season.
As per SnowboardingProfiles tradition each pair of pants has been given a score out of 100 and that score is broken down into several different categories.
Compared to other pants
Of 56 women's snow pants that I analyzed:
Note that this list is based on specs only and not by any experience with these pants. So this is only going by taking the given specs at their face-value. Style, fit durability and weight haven’t been taken into account.
Price hasn't been taken into account, except that I didn't include anything over $400 - and when there are 2 or more pants on the same score, the lower priced pants get the higher spot.
O.k. let’s take a look at the top 10
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #10=
Pant: Dakine Barrier Gore-Tex 2L
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 91.5/100
Insulation: shell
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
Starting the list in #10, we have the Dakine Barrier 2L Gore-Tex.
Like 10/11 in this list, the Barrier feature Gore-Tex, providing great waterproofing and breathability to keep you dry from the inside and out.
The Barrier is a shell - great for those who prefer to layer underneath - and have the option wearing just the shell for warmer days.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Barrier Gore-Tex
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 0.0 | 0/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL | 91.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #10=
Pant: 686 GLCR Geode Thermagraph
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 91.5/100
Insulation: 120g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
Next up we have 686's GLCR Geode Thermagraph.
The Geode is the only non-gore-tex offering on this list - and the most heavily insulated.
It's still got really good waterproofing and breathability and great functionality as snowboard pants - and for those run cold or ride in cold conditions often and don't want to layer (or ride really cold conditions and still need to layer!), these provide a lot of warmth as well.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Geode Thermagraph
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 31.5/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 91.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #9
Pant: Volcom Flor Stretch Gore-Tex
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The Flor Stretch Gore-Tex from Volcom is next.
The Stretch factor in these pants allows them to be tighter but still provide good freedom of movement. All that in a highly waterproof and breathable package.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Flor Stretch Gore-Tex
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL | 96.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #8
Pant: Volcom Knox Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
In at #6, we have the Knox Insulated Gore-Tex.
A great option for those that want insulation in their pants, as well as premium waterproofing and breathability.
These are also the equal cheapest Gore-Tex options on this list and real value-for-money when it comes to pants with this much performance.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Knox
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL | 96.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #7
Pant: Armada Trego 2L Gore-Tex
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
Another insulated option, we have the Armada Trego Gore-Tex next up.
These pants provide mild insulation for those that want just a little bit more warmth than a shell, but not too much.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Trego
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL | 97/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #6
Pant: Burton AK Summit Gore-Tex
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The AK Summit Gore-Tex makes number 4. This also comes in an insulated (40g) version. Which costs an extra $15. These are already the most expensive on this list, so you'll need a reasonable budget for these pants.
The AK Summit come in tall, short and regular lengths.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Summit Gore-Tex
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #5
Pant: Roxy Spridle Gore-Tex Stretch
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
In at #5, we have Roxy's Spridle Gore-Tex Strech.
The Spridle offer plenty of freedom of movement without having to go too baggy, making use of a stretch Gore-Tex material that is, of course, also highly waterproof and breathable.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Spridle Gore-Tex Stretch
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #4
Pant: Patagonia Powder Bowl
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: Shell (insulated option)
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The next jacket on this list, in at #4, is the Patagonia Powder Bowl.
Like #6 above (Burton AK Summit), the Powder Bowl also comes in an insulated version, but it's an extra $80. The shell version of this is a good bit cheaper than #6 above, but the insulated version of this actually ends up a very similar price of the insulated version of #6 above.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Powder Bowl
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #3
Pant: 686 GLCR Gore-Tex Utopia
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The 686 GLCR Gore-Tex Utopia is next up.
The Utopia provides an insulated Gore-Tex jacket for a reasonable price. Another great option for those who wants more warmth than a shell, but don't want things too warm for those warmer spring days.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Utopia Gore-Tex
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #2
Pant: Volcom Aston Gore-Tex
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
If you prefer your pants to be a shell and layer underneath, (or not, depending on the weather), the Aston Gore-Tex from Volcom is a great option.
And you'll save again compared to #3. A really good price for Gore-Tex pants.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Aston Gore-Tex
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #1
Pant: Burton Gloria Gore-Tex
Price: View More Info and Current Price Here
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: Shell
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
In at #1, we have the Burton Gloria Gore-Tex.
The Gloria offers great performance and functionality and is the equal cheapest Gore-Tex option on this list (and 2nd equal cheapest on the whole list) and a really reasonable price for Gore-Tex pants.
Not to be mistaken for the Burton Gloria. Which is a non-gore-tex version of this jacket with 10,000mm waterproofing and 10,000g breathability. So be careful if this it he option you're looking at, that you're looking at the Gore-Tex version.
The Gloria Gore-Tex come in tall, short and regular lengths.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Glora Gore-Tex
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 35/35 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
GAITERS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
Thanks for reading and I hope this post has given you some options for what I consider the best 10 women’s snowboarding pants currently going around (for less than $400).
Check out the links under each pants description for current prices, availability and more information.
Hello there! 🙂
Are there any more stretchy options?
Do you find that many girls prefer a stretchy pant or is it not an issue because most are designed to give in the right spots?
Does Gore-Tex come in a stretchy option? Or is that not possible?
Because I no longer wear anything anymore that doesn’t stretch, so I’m hesitant to fork out money for pants that will annoy me because they don’t stretch, but I want to buy the best snowpants out there so I’ll never have to buy them again 🙂 (I’m not a big skier/snowboarder but I’m always freezing and I’d like to get out more in the winter and I think the right gear will encourage me to do so….)
Thanks ! 🙂
Hi Emily
The scores here haven’t taken into account stretchiness.
In terms of other stretchy options. I believe that the Burton Gloria are stretchy and the Volcom Species Stretch.
You can get stretchy pants that are Gore-Tex. The Burton AK 2L Summit are stretchy – if you’re willing to pay the price-tag on those, then they would be great option for you I think.
Typically speaking snowboard pants are designed to allow you to move well. I’ve never had snowboard pants that are stiff or unflexible – but if you want to be sure that they’re stretchy, then I would go for something that specifically states that they’re stretchy. There are the 3 I mentioned here but there will be a lot of others – but if you also want Gore-Tex, then the Burton AK 2L Summit are great options, IMO.
Hope this helps
The Gore-Tex Gloria Burton are stretchy. They are low rise, and run long for me but that’s the look. Very comfortable.