Ski pants for men
Casual Trousers vs. Ski Pants for Men
If you end up in the snow while wearing casual trousers, they will get wet, and you’ll get cold. Your muscles will cramp, and the risk of injury increases. Men's ski pants, on the other hand, keep you warm and dry. They are made from materials that repel water and allow ventilation. Additionally, these materials wick away sweat. Men's ski pants are designed to allow for active movement. They are also durable, able to withstand impacts, and provide all the comfort you need during a fast descent.
What Makes a Good Ski Pant for Men?
In addition to keeping you warm and dry, men's ski pants have many other technical features! There are salopettes, which are ski pants with suspenders that prevent your pants from sliding down while skiing or snowboarding. To ensure a good fit, men's ski pants are equipped with an elastic or adjustable waistband, combined with a zipper and a snap button. To keep snow out, ski pants for men are fitted with snow gaiters at the bottom of the legs. Often, there are also zippers at the bottom of the legs, making it easier to put on and take off the pants. Taped seams are finished in such a way that they are also waterproof/water-repellent. The pockets are equipped with zippers and often open from top to bottom, ensuring they don't accidentally open if you brush against something.
Are Men's Ski Pants Waterproof?
The waterproofness of men's ski pants is indicated by the water column rating, measured in millimeters. The higher the number, the more waterproof the pants are. You can find the water column rating of the men's ski pants in the product description.
Waterproofness of Ski Pants
When you go skiing, you want to wear ski pants that are warm and waterproof. The waterproofness of ski pants is measured by the water column, and you can read about the meaning of the different values in the overview below.
- From 0 mm: The ski pants are water-repellent, but not waterproof.
- From 1,000 mm: The ski pants resist water but are not pressure-resistant. For example, if you sit on a wet chair, the pants will eventually start to leak.
- From 2,000 mm: The ski pants remain waterproof during prolonged snow showers but will still leak under pressure.
- From 5,000 mm: The ski pants withstand long and intense weather conditions and remain waterproof even under high pressure. However, with very long-lasting high pressure, the product may eventually leak.
- From 15,000 mm: The ski pants withstand heavy snowstorms and will even keep you dry underwater.
Ensure that the ski pants you bring are breathable and offer good ventilation. This will initially prevent you from getting too warm, and when you do, sweat is wicked away to the outside air. In short, the waterproof layer should allow moisture to pass from inside to outside, but not the other way around.
How Do I Wash Men's Ski Pants?
To preserve the important properties of men's ski pants, it’s crucial to wash them according to the care instructions. Always check the care label before washing and use a mild detergent. In many cases, a gentle wash cycle is best for your ski pants. Be sure not to use fabric softener, as it can affect the water resistance of men's ski pants.
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