20 Best Snow Bibs For Women (2023 Updated)

Great fit, comfortable and warm. Wore in -24 deg and couldn’t feel the cold at all. A little long for me (I’m 5’4″). I would have an extra 2-3″ in length for the taller person. Also, I’m about 155 lbs.

, and the Med was plenty roomy.

After using my old snowmobile coat and pants for 22 years (and a few folks on the trail the year before laughing and saying I had that same suit 20 years ago), I decided it was time for new coat and bibs.

I shopped around and found these bibs to be the best for the money. So far, so good. I used the bibs all through the 2017-2018 snowmobile season and was never cold. We even rode in minus 30 degree temps.

They fit great and I feel they will work for me for the next 20 years.

Couldn’t believe how fast I received the bibs and how great they looked. Gave them to grandson for Christmas and he said that they fit good and likes them a lot and keeps him warm sledding. Thank you so much.

The experience with this company is awesome will shop again!.

I purchased these bibs for one reason. To be able to slip them over my shoes or boots quickly when needed. There is no way that is going to happen with these bibs. The zipper does nothing to enable a person to slip their shoe through.

They don. t zip far enough up the leg to accomplish anything plus the elastic band around the inner lining only stretches a little. Not enough to even slide duck shoes though much less aggressive boot soul.

I will be returning them. Plus I ordered an XL and they would be tight on a medium built person.

I loved these bibs so much I bought a second pair. These fit me great and the design is fantastic. Plenty of waterproof pockets for securing my essentials, as well as near full-length vent zips (which are key when I’m touring the backcountry).

Easy off/on for quick bathroom breaks. Fit is flattering and allows full range of motion unlike some other brand bibs that just fit weird. For reference, I’m 5’-2”, 130# athletic build, short torso. The length is great on me (maybe slightly long if i were to really get picky, but not noticeable nor affects my gait, boots, etc).

Other size references: prana size 2 pants, lululemon size 4 run shorts (snug)/size 6 (fitted with slight room), 26×28 jeans.

I have other bibs (Airblaster Sassy and Dakine Beretta) but I had gotten a little bigger in the belly and they had no give. These BD Recons really do stretch so I can bend at the waist and knees with no restrictions! The waterproofing has worked in powder conditions, I haven’t tried wet snow conditions.

They are very breathable for splitboard touring and with wool base leggings are warm enough for the descent. I am 5’5″ and the inseam is perfect (most pants are too long for me). Only drawback is no zippered drop seat.

These bibs are super comfy and stretchy. The material is awesome! The dual thigh pockets are roomy and pleated so anything you stuff in them sticks out from your thigh rather than getting smashed against your skin in a tight pocket.

A full side zip would be nice, but at least there’s an ankle and thigh vent. Biggest con: no drop seat. a zippered (rainbow) drop seat would be nice too for those blustery backcountry days. Taking off all your outerwear in order to get the bibs off and drop your pants while snow is blowing around you isn’t exactly the best system.

Was going to wear them for an expedition in Alaska, but no drop seat and negative temperatures means I’ll be looking elsewhere for expedition wear and saving these bibs for resort ski days.

I’m on my third pair of these bibs in the last 7 years. To be fair, I’m mostly using them for snowmobiling which isn’t exactly their designed purpose but they have held up reasonably well. I have found them to be fairly warm and waterproof too, which was why I keep buying them.

I am less satisfied with the most recent model, however, as they are lacking some simple features that most snowboarders would still appreciate. The internal snow cuff at the bottom of the pants no longer comes with a hook to catch the laces of your snowboard boots.

This lets the cuff ride up your ankle and makes it easier for snow to get in the top of your boots. This problem is compounded by another snow cuff design failure: the cuff is made of two parts; the bottom half is a solid material but the top half is mesh —which again allows snow to get into the top of your boots.

These problems are only encountered in deep snow when it can get in and under the outer cuff, but I would imagine many users of this product are purchasing a bib (instead of the pants) because they know they’ll be encountering exactly that kid of situation.

This season me and my wife have switched from insulated snow pants to uninsulated ones, being set on getting bibs rather than pants we both got Freedom bibs. Both men and woman models are awesome: they’re very tough, the material withstands easily falling on snow, ice, scraping (every time I help my daughter put on ski boots I have to stand on my knees at a parking lot, on ice) and we haven’t noticed any kind o wear on either of pants.

If anyone is considering a choice between insulated and non insulated pants and own base layer – go for uninsulated ones, it’s a lot more comfortable. If I’d have to find some issue, no matter how small, with these pants, I could say that zipper location on women’s model where its located on the side rather than front is not ideal, it does make it a bit awkward to put pants on, but that is really minor thing to worry about.

Liked that they were thin material but knew that they would be warm from other Columbia clothes. The hips were far too wide from how the thighs and waist fit. Loved the height and straps but hips would have been way too large for me to have even tried to keep.

I have a small waist and bigger thighs and bum. Im usually a 6-8. I got my usual size, medium, but am going to size up to a large. You’re able to adjust the fit around the waist, so that’s a great feature.

I’ve had to return the purchase. The quality is good but wasn’t a good fit for my body. It’s really best for someone with a slim upper body. There’s plenty of room in the pant but the not the bib.

Haven’t had the opportunity to try them out, but I feel that thwy are going to be really warm. My only complaint so far is the total lack of pockets. Had I known there were no pockets, I would have kept looking.

With wind and rain coming at me by my foreword your overall design is better. Skiers and walkers legs by their using them use thinner leg warming. I have an electric motor and use it

This was a gift for someone who lives in Sutton Bay, Michigan. He wears the bib for snowmobiling and says it fits perfectly and will definitely be worn quite a bit.

Lets start with this–I should have read more carefully. A large in this brand is more like a medium in most others. Their waist measurement in the chart is not actually for your waist, but for 4 inches below it; again, I didn’t read well enough.

I have 44 inch hips and these were 3 inches from closing, meaning they’d close, but be very fitted on a person with 40in hip measurement, which is what they say should fit. I don’t see that working for doing something active in these.

They do not have stretch and are slim cut for sure. I bought the goblin blue and the outer fabric and finishes are very pretty, like modern train conductor vibes. The inner lining on the legs is gross polyester blend, like the inside of old sleeping bags.

So idk, this bib is a total mixed bag.

I have two other pairs of 686 pants both small, the fit on these bibs is comparable. I’m 5’4” 105lbs and got the small. Flattering fit and the length is perfect. At first I thought they were a little tight around the thighs, but they didn’t restrict movement at all and they are super comfortable even with a thicker base layer under.

They are very thin, but warm. I had them on for a couple 13 degree days recently (base layer under) and I was on fire, had to the open the vents multiple times. Totally dry all day in deep powder (vents closed 🤣).

Great pockets, great color. I got the curry yellow ones, super sharp. Couldn’t be happier with these bibs.

These bibs are comfortable and and very warm for as thin as they are. I am 5’4”/135lbs and bought a small according to the size chart, they were way too small. I exchanged for a large and the large fit perfectly, I like my pants to be a little loose but not giant.

The exchange process was a little rough because of a supply shortage but 686 quickly addressed the problem and I received the new size within a week.

For reference: My measurements are 35/26/39 and I have stronger thighs. I loved the fit of these. The legs are definitely baggy but it’s nice to be able to layer anything from a thin base layer to down pants.

For non-insulated pants I prefer a looser fit. An additional pocket or two would be nice. I loved the location of the zips – it would be so easy to go to the bathroom in these! They’re quite long; I wish they came in short! I’m taller than than average American woman and these drag a ton.

However, the fatal flaw is the zippers are IMPOSSIBLE to use. I could not unzip with gloves on. Even with gloves off I hated using the zippers, they were super sticky. I could deal with super long legs, but I couldn’t deal with the zippers.

I bought these bibs for a trip to Colorado this winter! I LOVE them! Definitely the best purchase I made for the trip! After 4, 7-hour days on the slopes, tucking and burning for long stretches, some epic falls, sitting in the snow admiring the views from Vail’s back bowls, and hiking 4+ miles in 3+ feet of snow, I can safely say these are a great pair of bibs! Sizing: I’m 5’11” with an athletic build and normally buy size 4-6 pants in tall sizes.

I was nervous these bibs wouldn’t be long enough but they are perfect and fit great! Features I Love: -Adjustable Straps: allow for flexibility in height. -Duel side-zippers (can be zipped up or down): awesome for navigating bathroom breaks without having to shed all my layers.

All I had to do was unzip the sides. Warmth/Waterproofing: I’m naturally a cold person so I wore a pair of leggings and a pair of thin sweatpants underneath each day. Those layers fit comfortably while still allowing for maximum mobility.

I felt the fit was flattering, but I’m more concerned with functionality on the slopes than the perfect picture. The bibs really keep out the wind and as far as I know, they are waterproof (we didn’t have any rain or sleet though, so I can’t say for sure).

I haven’t gotten to ski with this bib yet, but I’m looking forward to it! The only complaint about it that I have are that I wish it had more pockets (specifically on the thighs and rear). It seems a little long, but I think when I have ski boots on it will be OK.

I haven’t worn a bib since I was a kid, so design has come a long way! I love that you can unzip this one on both sides to drop the back so that you can go to the bathroom, and those side zips are two-way so you can unzip from the bottom, so if you were wearing an underlayer with pockets you could access those easily.

There’s a stretchy section in the middle of the back for mobility. The adjustable straps do unclasp, but it’s just as easy to get out of by unzipping the sides. There is a center front pocket, but it’s a little awkward to reach into when wearing the bib, I think a double-sided pocket like on a hoodie might have been better.

There are pockets at the front waist, which are lined with fleecy material, and the left one has a clip inside for keys. I found that the crotch fit fine once the straps were adjusted, but there are belt loops too if you need a belt, though that would make it impossible to drop the back.

The one I got is basic black, so not too exciting. I typically prefer colors that are unnatural for skiing, so if I have an accident I can be found easily. Therefore I would rather have a brighter color, but at least it’s not white.

Stylistically it’s a boot cut, which I think is OK fashion-wise right now. I’ve seen a lot of really slim-cut ski pants over the last few years (my 10-year-old ones were really baggy, skater-style), but I think boot cut is coming back and they are not particularly tight on the legs, but also not baggy (this is going to depend on your legs, as well).

I got a small and I’d say it’s true to size.

I haven’t used these on the mountain yet. But at 5’6 and 120 lbs and 26 inch jean size, I went with a size small. These were so tight around my rear and hips that had I not been wearing seamless underwear, you could likely see them.

Maybe for inbound groomers, these would be ok, but the kinda movement that is required by anything more athletic. and these won’t work. I don’t even have my skier bum yet and the fit is already an issue.

I’m going to try a medium cause I otherwise really like them. but the length was right for small, so I don’t have high hopes.

I have been skiing in these pants since for a season and half and couldn’t be more happy. When I received them, I felt like they were slightly loose, but quickly realized that they were perfect for easily moving through trees on a powder day.

The articulated knees add to the easy maneuverability. The one thing that made me hesitant to get a bib was the frequency that I need to pee. No worries with the long side zip, just zip it down and pull it off to the side for easy nature breaks without the risk of the straps falling on the ground.

After 140+ ski days, these pants are still as waterproof as they were on day one with proper laundering. I have these bigs paired with the Champow jacket. Look for that review soon.

The Medium fits well, room to move without being sloppy looking. They are just the right combo of warmth but easy to cool off with the side zippers as well. A couple of small requests: The avalanche beacon pocket on the leg is a little too small for full mobility so I use the one on the bib (Not ideal for turning it on or off) The bib is great but it does make a quick bathroom break a little challenging.

Another access (crotch zipper. ) would be awesome.

Like all Arc’teryx gear, the construction is both bomber and beautiful. I wanted a pair of well-constructed bibs to wear at the resort and nastier days in the backcountry. They were pounded during some storm skiing, and as I would expect, I was perfectly comfortable the entire time.

My main complaint are the pockets and the restriction of the movement. I am 5’8, 135 pounds with slim hips and could fit both the small and the medium. I went for the medium for the ability to layer more.

The look is relatively flattering, for ski bibs, without the billowy diaper-like fit that I found in some bibs. The fabric is fairly stiff which inhibits movement somewhat. The problem I found is the cut of the legs, while flattering (ish) looking, doesn’t facilitate movement.

The knees are not articulate and they are tight in the thighs. Bending and squatting down, as one often does in athletic activities, was not comfortable. The fabric pinched along the crease of the legs in the hip socket.

The pockets were also challenging to use. I wanted to stash a few items in there, but there is so little extra fabric that it was hard to get the items in and out. I find this type of design frustrating because I don’t understand any purpose behind it other than to give a more slim look.

Most other bibs have better storage. I would go with one of those instead.

Nothing gets the blood pumping like the decision to have a downhill race as you near the top of the lift. At this point, every second counts. I use to use baggy insulated ski pants like all my friends but then I realized if I wanted to be the first one down, I had to be different.

I needed to be aerodynamic; I had to reduce drag. The solution: Sabre LT pants. Last week as we neared the top of the lift for what was intended to be a warm up pass, the decision was made. The race was on.

I’m not one to brag, but I kicked butt and looked dang good doing it. Thank you Sabres, thank you arcteryx, and thank you Moose Jaw.

I use the pants for Alpine Skiing. I ski between 30 and 50 days a year. My last pair of Arteryx pants lasted me 10+ years when the zipper on the cuff broke. Arteryx didn’t have any inventory in the pants and was unable to provide me with another pair under warranty within the season.

I was referred to Valhalla by a neighbor and have been very pleased with their service and prices.

Best ski Bibs Ever! As a volunteer Ski Patroller we ski in every condition imaginable. I have already put these pants thru the paces and they have passed with flying colors. These bibs get me through the coldest days with only one extra layer of insulation.

No more Mummy layers for me! On warmer days, No Base layer required and the Added vents do the rest to keep you Cool. Best of All, Bibed Pants, move with you in every direction with out having to Tug them back into place and re-tucking in your Top Layers.

Best Purchase Ever!.

While the material itself was quality and held up for a couple of days on the mountain, I was overall pretty disappointed in these bibs. I am usually a consistent size S, sometimes M, and ordered a small of this item.

The shoulder straps did not tighten enough and I had to double or triple cross them so that they wouldn’t fall off. Also, the hooks constantly fell off, leaving the bibs falling down while I was riding or whenever I went to the bathroom.

It made for a frustrating couple of days of riding.

I am a ski patroller in Wisconsin, so I use them weekly. These snow pants are very warm and comfortable even when the temperature is 0 degrees. I love that they are waterproof and have several pockets.

The only thing I would change is the zipper placement. I would prefer that it be in the center, rather than on the left side, but otherwise they are great.

These are exactly what I am looking for. Medium was just a bit to small for full range of movement and no doubt a Large would been too big. I wear a Medium in Patagonia ski pants and size 10 in pants (Archteryx).

I have athletic thighs and butt. just not enough room to be comfortable in and justify spending that much. They need to be perfect to make that investment. I had to return them. still on the hunt for backcountry pant.

Bummed these didn’t work.

Nice bibs, fabric has some stretch. Nice low bib design with good dropseat function. Fit through the thighs is one of the roomier ones on the market at the moment, Good for active ladies and cold weather.

Lower legs are bit on the wide side even for alpine ski boots and have no way to tighten up. Not an issue for alpine skiing or boarding, but for other activities and even skinning, a snap or Velcro strap would be nice.

I bought these in October and used them for 21 in resort days, 20 backcountry days, and a few other for misc snow activities. I also wore these in two skimo competitions and they did great. Both splitboarding and skiing.

By January they had developed a lot of holes at each leg cuff where the snowboard binding strap sits, and a cut on one thigh that I kinda patched with gear tape (the tape doesn’t stick super well, needs replacing).

No clue how they got cut, I don’t throw them around and I don’t wave knife edges over my groin but ok. They also have an unusual amount of flare in the chest, making them not the most flattering or form fitting.

That said, they’re awesome at being waterproof, lightweight, have great pockets, the suspenders work well, the zippers have never given me trouble, and the legs + hips fit well. Which is on par with my other OR experiences: great gear, hit or miss fit, not durable.

Finally a pair of XL bibs that fit! I’m stalky 5’11” 250lbs brick house. Im a 38 waist/ 31″ inseam. My issue with all other brands of bibs I tried in large/XL is that the legs are usually to tight due to having large quads so when I would try a size up they would be huge and way to long.

Ordered both XL and XXL to be on the safe side. The XL fit perfect with room for a warm mid layer (Arc’teryx RHO AR ). The bib doesn’t ride super high either which great. The stretch panels are a great feature and give a nice movement.

Seen some complaints regarding fitting the gaiter over boots. Fits over both my ski and snowboard boots just nicely. After years of searching and trying pants finally I have found them. Haven’t used many times yet but will update review once they have some wear.

The fly could be bigger to make taking a whiz easier.

Wearing the new Men’s Firefall bib is so amazing, one could compare it to falling it love. But not any kind of love, we’re talking about the feeling of falling in love with steezing a mountain in some crazy pow.

Or maybe. It’s just the feeling of steezing itself. These snow bibs have made me seriously begin to question why I haven’t been steezing for longer. Steezing mountains, villages, cities, etc. I’m 25 now and for the first time I feel like I can steez down an empire.

I could take down Joffrey Lannister with a single swing of the ski pole. I could take out Khaleesi and her dragons with one swift snow blinding stop, I could defeat the entire Ramsay army by walking into the castle and demanding a surrender.

The point is, you can do whatever you want in these bibs. Except for tinkle, tinkling is tough but what would you expect in a bib. The zipper will suffice, but be careful on cold days. you might lose it.

Anyways, incredible bibs here that are going to last me quite a long time.

I really like this bib. I got the L in yellow since I’m usually right between 2 sizes and I’m happy I sized up. Though I have the straps mostly tight and the butt is still a bit baggy on me it shapes well around the waist and chest, the legs actually fit my quad, and I’m not constantly pulling at the crotch for riding up (which is a huge bonus).

It is a bit weird getting in and out of the bib since you have to put the top on and then fenangle your legs into the bottom half, but thankfully you don’t have to do all of that when using the restroom since you can just unbutton and zipper the bottom half & the top half stays.

They’ve been perfect so far on in both early season warm conditions (CA 40’s-50’s) and through a whiteout storm (CO 5-30’s). I was able to vent it on warmer days and it helped keep me dry trudging through powder up to my knees/hip on another.

Cleaning has been pretty easy so far. I got a few stains on it each trip (dirt, blood, hot chocolate, etc. ) and they were pretty easy to spot clean those out and wash. My only complaint with this is that the button on one side didn’t have quite as strong grip as the other so the first few trips it kept unbuttoning and the zipper would go 1/2 down my side.

I fixed that on my last trip by just clipping the zipper into a climbing carabiner (fingers crossed that continues to work and doesn’t break the string of the zipper).

Always have trouble buying snow pants because I have big thighs. I’m 6’ and 200lbs. Size Large lots of time doesn’t fit me so I decided to go with XL. Lengths fits me perfectly. XL looks a bit baggie and is a little loose on top.

I adjust the straps and voila!! It gives me room to wear extra layers under the bib on those cold days. I bought these pants to snowboard so the loose fit doesn’t bother me. I i actually like it! I don’t want to be too tight and rip the pants on the rear end when crouching while snowboarding.

Im very happy with the purchase and pants quality so far. Would probably try size L next time. Also no issue with straps not staying on.