Velvet Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Okay kids. I gotta buy some snowpants or somethin', so me bummy doesn't get all wet. What do I need to know to not look like an idiot from a distance? I think I wanna get the suspenders kind, I wore just the snowpants last time and my belly and waist got all froze. So, can I just go to Phase 2 and get basic old snowpants, or should I go to a ski shop and get real ones? Why oh why do I get the feeling that someone is about to do an evil google image search and hijack this thread? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bokonon Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 don't fall in to that trap of trying to look like all the other coolies! who gives a flying fu©k if the fifteen year-olds on the hill think you're a dork? get the size shape and colour you like and that allows you to move and retain heat as you see fit. it's all just a game that marketers invented anyways so that you have to spend more money buying their crap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Douglas Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 I just have wind pants that I plan on throwing over top of about 10 layers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Just make sure whatever you get is waterproof. Spring conditions mean slushy wet snow and being wet is no fun at all. And I agree with the other post, who cares what you look like. And get a helmet. AD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blurry Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Okay kids. I gotta buy some snowpants or somethin', so me bummy doesn't get all wet. Try "Depends"......they'll keep your bum dry - inside & out!! you might even start some sort of new fashion trend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooly Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 its almost like wearing nothing at all...nothing at all,, NOTHING AT ALL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Douglas Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 I prefer "Oops! I Crapped My Pants" over "Depends" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SevenSeasJim Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 I prefer "Oops! I Crapped My Pants" over "Depends" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Posted March 10, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 I don't really care about colour and stuff, but I was more asking about the proper basic pants to wear on a ski hill. Should I go to a ski store, or will a trip to Canadian Tire for snowmobile pants do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 I posted about this once before, and am still of the opinion that the most inexpensive, basic, black snowpants by North Face are the best deal going right now. They are warm, dry and stylish enough (or more of a non-style, really). They are also relatively inexpensive. That being said, I am sure you would save money going to a used clothing store / used sporting goods store / Salvation Army and expect you can stay warm and dry that way, too. (I generally avoid Canadian Tire brands for outdoor gear, as they tend to look like the real thing, but deteriorate really quickly.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatpatguy Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 "feels like I'm wearing nothing at all!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Stupid sexy Velvet.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaggyBalls Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 do you plan on using them a lot or just a few times? want to keep them for years or do you fear you'll outgrow them in a couple? get somethng you can move in...snowmobile pants are nice and warm but might not be as good as ski suit pants... I'd suggest kickass longjohns, wetproof undergarments, and good comfy pants to go under the snowpants... you want to be able to move and not feel all squished in. don't worry about fashion unless you're really trying to pick up some superficial ski bunny...if your'e looking for that, make sure and have a smart looking sweater for the chalet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomFoolery Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Dude, Get in touch with me. I'll lend you a set (we're about the same size) for the rest of the season. Make sure you really dig this sport before springing for the clothing. If you're going to do it frequently, its worth spending a bit of money on the clothes that are: comfortable to move in, keep you dry, keep you warm and don't fvcking fall apart. There are many ways to achieve all the above at various costs. Spend some time learning all your options. Its all trade offs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve from Cleveland Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 Personally, I've always had a thing for ski bunnies... Not necessarily superficial ones, but something about the snowsuit/skiing ensemble really makes a woman look sexy... Just me? I never realized that a smart chalet sweater was they key... Thanks for the tip, beats, I'll make sure to employ that technique next time I hit the slopes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purple foot Posted March 10, 2005 Report Share Posted March 10, 2005 the one piece for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve from Cleveland Posted March 11, 2005 Report Share Posted March 11, 2005 Nice... Damn that's HOT... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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