If you're on the hunt for a pair of snow pants under $500, check out Curated Experts' top most recommended ski and snowboard pants within this budget. Note, however, that we don't believe in "best of" lists here at Curated – everyone is different and we believe in finding the best gear for you and not generally for the masses. Be sure to chat with a Winter Sports Expert here on Curated for free, personalized advice on the best snow pants for your needs.
- Flylow Men's Baker Bib Pants
- The North Face Men's Freedom Bib
- The North Face Men's Freedom Pants
- Flylow Men's Firebird Bib Pants
- Quiksilver Men's Porter Pants
- 686 Men's SMARTY 3-in-1 Cargo Pants
- Burton Men's Reserve 2L Bib Pants
- Burton Women's Avalon 2L Bib Pants
- Burton Men's Cargo 2L Pants · 2023
- Volcom Women's Swift Bib Pants
Flylow Men's Baker Bib Pants
Waterproofness, cargo pockets, fully sealed seams, vents.
The North Face Men's Freedom Bib
A basic shell coming in at an affordable price without sacrificing waterproofing or breathability. Spring powder, deep days, warmer conditions; throw on some wool underneath and you can take it out on the super cold days too.
The North Face Men's Freedom Pants
These pants are made with North Face's DryVent fabric, a 2-layer construction to keep you dry on wet days. These pants are built with a burly 160 x 140 denier nylon face fabric, making them durable and will last throughout many ski seasons.
A great shell option! Waterproof and breathable fabric keeps you comfortable and dry with seam sealed zipper vents in the thighs and ample pockets to store all the essentials.
Flylow Men's Firebird Bib Pants
Triple shell layering with lightweight and super durable fabric that will keep even the most hardcore of skiers warm and dry for many seasons to come. It has a convenient chest pocket for storing gloves, a small water bladder(with out freezing). Relatively form fitting for great dexterity.
Waterproof and durable bibs with a bunch of pockets, including a kangaroo pass-through chest pocket. They don't have leg vents, but the back panel is breathable for letting off steam after a hike.
Quiksilver Men's Porter Pants
Riding in the park or powder! The multiple pockets lets you carry whatever you need on the slopes. The loose fit is great for mobility and busting out sweet tricks! The inseams also have vents with zippers so you can adjust on the mountain if you get too hot or cold. Ankle gaiters keep the snow out of your boots so you stay dry throughout the day!
The Porter pants feature everything you'd want out of a solid workhorse snowpant. Cargo pockets for stashing, inner thigh vents for when it gets warmer out, and a sweet cuff saver system that helps keep the bottoms from getting torn up as you're walking around off your board!
686 Men's SMARTY 3-in-1 Cargo Pants
Someone who is looking for a versatile pant. You can take the mid layer out of these and rock them as a breathable water resistant shell in the spring or you can ride in the absolute coldest of days with the mid layer in. If you are looking for a very versatile pant this one would be good. This would also interface with a 686 jacket so you can use the jacket and pants to keep snow from coming in on the bottom of a 686 jacket. Most brands do this now which is great!
Comes with a removable midlayer so you can be warmer on the cold days and not overheat on the warm days. Everything you could possibly need in a pair of snow pants from on the slopes to cut nice enough to not have to change before exploring the resort town after a day on the slopes.
From first chair to night riding, these pants will keep you warm in all conditions! Infidry 20k Duracore waterproof will keep your legs dry while still breathable! Removable fleece liner for those warmer days, built in stash pocket to keep all your goodies safe!
Burton Men's Reserve 2L Bib Pants
Great shell option for riding powder, slashing groomers, and every type of riding out there. Great quality, waterproof materials, and nice Burton styling. Relaxed fit keeps them non-restrictive.
Burton Women's Avalon 2L Bib Pants
Good comfortable stretching fitting in the places that need it most to allow for all-day comfort. A classic fitting bib from Burton with a built-in Taffeta lining that keeps you warm when you're cold and cool when you're hot. The lining adjusts on its own by allowing moisture level fluctuations. Zippered thigh venting to allow for heat release when needed.
Great for warmth and staying dry! I also find bibs to be more comfortable than pants since they don't have to be cinched around your waist.
Burton Men's Cargo 2L Pants · 2023
Nicely appointed, the Burton cargo pants comes with everything you need and nothing you don't. Regular fit that is not super baggy or tight, the 10K/10K waterproof/breathable shell is quick-drying with fully-taped seams, venting for warmer days, and lots of pockets for keeping everything organized.
High quality, loose fit for layering, lots of pockets!
Volcom Women's Swift Bib Pants
Exposed zippers, adjustable suspenders, numerous pockets, and a stretch slim fit make these bibs both practical and stylish. These bibs are crafted with recyclable fibers for sustainable, durable, all-around protection. The V-science breathable waterproof liner system with mesh lined zipper vents keeps you dry and able to adjust for varying temps.
The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated Bib Pants
Staying warm & DRY! 2L DryVent fabrics are lined with a secondary layer for supreme comfort and extra warmth for the cold and wet days, while the side zip entry and adjustable suspenders make getting in/out of them so efficient that there's less fumbling around putting your layers on and more skiing! Lots of pockets found throughout this design which I'm a big fan of for stashing purposes, a sweet chimney venting system is found on this one so you never run too hot, and the articulated knees plus the reinforced kickpatches and hem make for one durable outer shell that's a no-brainer pickup right now!
2-layer bibs made to keep the moisture and snow out. They are insulated with Heatseeker Eco insulation. They are fully sealed and use DryVent layering to keep you dry! These bibs come with fully adjustable straps to cater the length to your liking.
Burton Men's Reserve GORE-TEX 2L Bib Pants
The deep days, the heli days, the days when your kit cannot fail. Nothing is better for deep powder and long cold days than a bib for layering and keeping the cold smoke out. Relaxed fit allows for ease of movement and layering underneath. Gore-Tex two layer windproof, waterproof, breathable fabric. Gore-Tex seam tape and YKK weather-resistant zippers. Zippered micro-fleece hand warmer pockets. Adjustable elastic suspender straps, gusseted crotch for ease of movement, mesh lined no snag, Test - I - Cool venting.
686 Women's Standard 2L Shell Pants
Durable shell style pants with an adjustable waist. Have boot gaiters and lace hooks but are lightweight and have leg vents for air flow. Great option if you have plenty of insulating layers at home and just want to add a waterproof shell to save a few bucks on expensive snow pants.
DC Men's Snow Insulated Pants
A great middle of the road option with a reasonable price and all the feature you need on the mountain. Rated for 10K waterproofing with it's two layer fabric, sealed seams and DWR coating on top so these will keep you dry even on those wet or slushy days! 40G profill insulation keeps you toasty warm on the cold days and these even have the inner thigh vents to regulate temps on the warmer days.
Helly Hansen Men's Legendary 2L Insulated Pants
Skiing anywhere it's cold! These pants have PrimaLoft insulation, tough edge guards on the inner ankle, and a bundle of other features to keep you comfortable on the hill.
Skiing anywhere it's cold! These pants have PrimaLoft insulation, tough edge guards on the inner ankle, and a bundle of other features to keep you comfortable on the hill.
Mountain Hardwear Men's Firefall/2™ Bib Pants
Durable Dry.Q™ Core 2-layer nylon shell offers breathable, waterproof protection that efficiently transfers moisture away for warm, dry comfort Thermal.Q™ synthetic insulation provides warmth without excess bulk Seam-sealed for weatherproof comfort Full-length side zippers ventilate heat and allow easy on/off over your boots 2 zip thigh pockets, each with an inner mesh pocket Articulated knees and gusseted construction provide unrestricted freedom of movement Adjustable suspenders personalize the fit Internal powder cuffs prevent snow from sneaking into your boots Snowsports fit is designed for layering
Flylow Women's Daisy 2L Insulated Pants
A great mid-priced pant that is extremely durable like everything Flylow makes, so they'll last you quite a while! Waterproof fabric with an added DWR waterproof coating on the fabric for extreme waterproofing any day of the season! Top it all off with 40G micro puff insulation that holds heat in incredibly well for warmth all day long!
Helly Hansen Men's Garibaldi 2L Pants
The Helly Hansen Garibaldi 2.0 Pants are a mountain staple. These 2-layer pants have a comfortable articulated fit, a classic style, and the breathable-waterproof chops to keep you happy and dry while you fly down the slopes, even if the powder is waist high!
A relaxed fit leaves room for layering. Durable and waterproof shell pant.
The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated Pants
These pants are insulated with DryVent fabric as well as Heatseeker insulation--making them super warm and dry! These have zippered hand pockets and a secure-velcro cargo pocket to keep all your goods safe while you ride. StretchVent gaiters with gripper elastic on the end of these make them great for securing around your boot to keep the snow out!
Flylow Women's Sphynx 2L Insulated Bib Pants
Amazing spaceloft insulation that stays warm while keeping the bulk down to a minimum. These bib pants have an intuitive 2-layer stretch fabric that moves really well and an extremely soft inner liner that just feels good against your skin. A top-notch DWR finish keeps water droplets from infiltrating inside and the powder gaiters in the pant legs ensure that both snow and moisture stay on the outside. Flylow makes quality gear with skier's needs in mind, one of my favorite bib options!
A waterproof and insulated bib with fully adjustable straps to fit your length and prevent sag. With a 10k/10k membrane that provides waterproofing and breathability. These bibs come with 40g spaceloft insulation to provide warmth and keep bulk to a minimum.
Helly Hansen Women's Legendary 2L Insulated Pants
The perfect option to take you all through the season in any condition! Plenty of insulation for the cold days and large inner thigh vents for the warmer days! These have 2-way stretch fabric to maintain mobility on the slopes, are fully waterproof and windproof plus they're reinforced in high wear areas like the knees and boot area for better durability!
The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated Pants
With a standard fit these pants offer exceptional warmth. Even in wet weather you will stay warm due to the Heatseeker Eco Insulation. The waterproof, breathable, and seam sealed DryVent 2L fabric will help keep you dry and comfortable in all situations. With reinforced kickpatches and hem, these pants with stand the test of time.
The North Face Men's Ceptor Bib
Reinforced patches around the knees makes these super durable and also pretty cool-looking. Fully sealed seams, waterproof 3 layer bibs for all weather conditions. The NF also comes with a limited lifetime warranty on their gear.
Soft shell fabric on the waist and above the chest for great breathability, harness friendly pockets, and inner thigh vents. Great for the backcountry and keeping you warm without sacrificing style.
The North Face Women's Lenado Pants
With PrimaLoft and Heatseeker Eco insulation and reinforced waterproof seams these pants are made to keep the elements out and warmth in even in wet weather.
Volcom Men's L GORE-TEX® Pants
You'll keep noticing this name, GORE-TEX. You're going to need it. It's a material that became a monopoly be accident because no one can make anything better. It is literally perfect at trapping heat, while simultaneously expelling moisture. Warm and dry, just like you need to be while snowboarding.
Storm ready GORE-TEX pants with the highest level of waterproofing! These pants are constructed of 2L GORE-TEX with Volcom's V-science breathable lining to eliminate heat draining sweat! Taped seams and a jacket to pants interface with other Volcom jackets.
The North Face Men's Freedom Insulated Pants
Insulated so you can stay warm on cold days. Don't let that fool you, because they'll be breathable on those blue sky, warm spring days too! Skiers/boarders who want a do-it-all pant that is high performance at a great price!
These pants are warm and insulated with plenty of pockets and vents to keep you from getting too hot!
Burton Men's Covert Pants
Classic Burton cargo snowpant. Loose fit. 10k waterproofing, so a little on the light side, but adequate if you're not falling a lot.
DC Women's Collective SS Bib Pants
The Collective SS Bib Snowboard Pants from DC are designed for female snowboarders that want the style and functionality of a bib without sacrificing performance. They provide a slim fit without being restrictive and offer thoughtful features like extra pockets, adjustability, and specially placed stretch zones.
Picture Organic Men's U77 Bib Pants
The U77 bib has waterproof pockets on both chest and thighs, great for carry your cell phone if you play music while riding, or anything else you may need, and want to keep dry! Apart from this the U77 bib comes equipped with boot hooks that secure the bottom of your pants to the boots, and prevents any snow from getting in! This feature is a must for me.
Marmot Women's Slopestar Pants
Primaloft insulation keeps you warm and offers wind protection.
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