The following 10 are what I consider to the best women’s snowboard pants currently on the market.
NOTE: This is a past seasons top 10. For the latest season's Top 10 Women's Snowboard Pants list, check out the link below:
>>TOP 10 WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS (Latest 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 47 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: Volcom Species Stretch
Price: $189
Score: 87/100
Insulation: shell
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
Starting the list in #10, we have the Voclom Species Stretch.
The Species stretch offers very good waterproofing and breathability for the price, as well lots of functionality for use as snowboard pants.
They are made with a stretchy material to allow you to go with a tighter fit, without loosing too much in terms of mobility. Great for those looking for a more fitted option.
Also a great option for those on a budget looking for good performance - these are the cheapest option on this list.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Species Stretch
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.0 | 28/35 |
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 | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL | 87/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #9
Pant: Roxy Premiere
Price: $299
Score: 92/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
Next up we have the Roxy Premiere.
The Premiere features a step up in waterproofing and breathability and features 40g of insulation for those looking for a bit more warmth from their snowboard pants.
Like #10 above, they are also a slim fitting option.
Excuse the ski boots, it was the only picture I could find!
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Premiere
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 31.5/35 |
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 | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL | 92/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #8
Pant: Roxy Rushmore 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $289
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The 2nd of the 8 Gore-Tex options on this list is the Roxy Rushmore 2L Gore-Tex.
As well as having all the waterproofing and breathability you can expect from Gore-Tex, you get 40g of insulation as well, for those that run cold and want that extra warmth from there pants without having to layer - or even extra warmth after layering.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Rushmore 2L 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 #7
Pant: Dakine Remington Pure 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $259
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
Another insulated Gore-Tex option, are the Dakine Remington Pure 2L Gore-Tex pants.
And if you prefer this style, then you save just a little, compared to #8 above.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Remington
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 #6
Pant: Volcom Knox Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: $250
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 2nd 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 Insulated 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 #5
Pant: Burton Duffey Gore-Tex
Price: $199
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The Duffey Gore-Tex are next in #5 and are the cheapest gore-tex option in this list - and second cheapest overall on this list.
They offer great performance without putting too much of a dent in the bank account.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Duffey 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 #4
Pant: Burton AK Summit Gore-Tex
Price: $349
Score: 97/100
Insulation: Shell (plus an insulated option)
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 $20. These are already the most expensive on this list, so you'll need a reasonable budget for these pants.
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 | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL | 97/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #3
Pant: Patagonia Powder Bowl
Price: $299
Score: 97/100
Insulation: Shell (insulated option)
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The next jacket on this list, in at #3, is the Patagonia Powder Bowl.
Like #4 above, the Powder Bowl also comes in an insulated version, but it's an extra $80. The shell version of this is cheaper than #4 above, but the insulated version of this actually ends up more than the insulated version of #4 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 | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL | 97/100 |
WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS #2
Pant: Volcom Aston Gore-Tex
Price: $260
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, depending on the weather, the Aston Gore-Tex from Volcom is a great option.
And you'll save again compared to #3. A really reasonable 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: $249
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 2nd equal cheapest gore-tex option on this 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.
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).
NOTE: This is a past seasons top 10. For the latest season's Top 10 Women's Snowboard Pants list, check out the link below:
>>TOP 10 WOMEN'S SNOWBOARD PANTS (Latest Season)
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