Snow Pants vs. Bibs: Which Are Better?

Hit the slopes in style and leave the bulky pack behind. The men's REI Co-op Powderbound Cargo Pants have plenty of pockets for all your mountain essentials—plus, they're warm and waterproof.



Imported.
View the REI Co-op Powderbound Product LineView all REI Co-op Men's Downhill Ski Pants| Best Use | Snowsports Downhill Skiing Snowboarding |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Nylon (bluesign approved) |
| Lining Fabric | Polyester |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | 2-layer HydroWall waterproof/breathable laminate |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| Insulation | 40 g MidLoft polyester |
| Powder Cuffs | Yes |
| Side Cargo Pockets | Yes |
| Inseam (in.) | 32 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | 1 lb. 8.7 oz. |
| Sustainability | Fair Trade Certified™ Factory Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria From a Climate Label Certified brand |
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Great ski pants. Liked the look and fit and that it goes perfectly with REI jacket
I usually wear Ski Bibs, however I couldn’t pass up the Black Friday sale. I’ve worn these ski pants once, on a very cold day & these ski pants exceeded expectations. These pants are exceptionally warm. I’m glad that I have them for the cold days on the slopes. Bonus that my brothers are jealous of that I got such a good deal.
Got these for my 14-year-old son, who needs snow pants for winter Scout outings. He hasn’t gotten the chance to wear them in the snow yet, but the fit is great. He’s 5’10”, 27-inch waist and very long legs. These are long enough in length and the adjustable waist means they actually fit in both length and waist. A rarity.
The pants were very warm and are high quality material. I just used them for the first time at mammoth and they worked great.
Great value on these pants. Used for skiing in Vermont at 23 degrees and was comfortable all day
From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.

