The Best Men’s Ski Bibs of 2025

For skiers and riders who prefer to stay within resort boundaries, The North Face Freedom Bibs ($220) offer high-end durability and performance for a great price, plus a sustainability bonus. These bibs are well-constructed and stylish. Also available as insulated pants, the Freedom Bibs are a comfortable, quality choice for skiers and riders of all levels.

On the weatherproofing front, these bibs boast The North Face’s DryVent membrane and feature a high cut that will keep powder out even on the deepest of days. The fabric is 100% recycled nylon topped off with a non-PFC durable water-repellent (DWR) finish to keep the moisture at bay.

A front zipper provides an easy option for pulling on and off the bibs. Because these bibs lack stretch, they did feel mildly restrictive at times during testing, meaning they aren’t ideal for backcountry skiing.

The fit of the Freedom Bibs allows for comfortable layering underneath, and the modern styling stands right out at the resort. We like the interior leg vents, which helped regulate temperature on balmy days. The design is rounded out with a collection of smart pockets: a smaller choice on the chest, two side cargo pockets on the upper legs, and two zippered hand pockets.

While the Freedom Bibs won’t win any awards for high-end features or cutting-edge technology, and they lack a drop seat, they are fully deserving of a shout-out for their unbeatable value. With a bit higher price tag, the REI Co-op First Chair GTX Bibs have a drop seat but land below the chest.

Read Review: Sustainable Bibs That Will Fit Almost Anyone: TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bib Review

The Trew Gear Trewth Primo Bib ($499) is a good choice for the pursuit of powder. The new bibs utilize the brand’s new Primo fabric, a 100% recycled nylon 3-layer fabric that is waterproof and breathable and took several years to design. With Trew’s highest level of waterproofing and breathability — a 20,000mm-rated membrane — these stylish bibs felt bomber everywhere from the resort to après and the backcountry.

Trew is one of the few brands to offer short and tall sizing within the brand’s size menu. Bibs are available in either Short (30”), Regular (32.5”), and Tall (35”) inseam lengths in XS-XXL. Plus, there’s an extended size run of the Primo Bib featuring 3XL-5XL with short and tall options, so all types of riders can get the best match.

Trew worked with plus and extended-size designers and pattern-makers to create a brand-new, custom, pattern for the collection. The inclusive sizes come in at the same price point and utilize the same high-performance, eco-friendly fabrics.

Made with a dense and fully seam-taped fabric, this bib offered us a roomy fit while remaining highly durable no matter what the mountains deliver. The Primo design has large size zips that open from the top or bottom of the teeth.

While the Trewth does not come with any insulation but holds fair heat retention on cold days without being too stifling when things heat up. If you prefer a lighter fabric feel, opt instead for the Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs, a 3-layer design that feels like a soft shell.

We put these bibs through the gauntlet with many deep resort, backcountry, and snowmobile days and have always come back warm and dry. We like the built-in avalanche transceiver pocket with a 20 mm D-ring. We also appreciate the SuperFabric cuffs and kick patches for keeping snow out.

But, the off-center chest pockets are hard to fit a phone and are not the most ergonomic along with the non-removable shoulder straps. All this and more makes the Trewth Primo Bib one of the best snow bibs for guys.

Since its release in 2018, the Outdoor Research Hemispheres II GORE-TEX Bibs ($649) have received widespread praise for their backcountry-leaning design. After putting the latest version to the test, we certainly agree. These bibs are excellent backcountry outerwear.

The standout feature of the Hemisphere bibs is the stretch thanks to the fabric and strategically placed stretch panels along the lower back and interior thighs. Backcountry skiing and riding require plentiful freedom of movement. In these bibs, we found we could easily bend over to adjust bindings or remove skins, wrestle a snowmobile, and lunge up a steep skintrack.

Whereas most snow pants feel restrictive when bending, these stretch with you. Best of all, they do this without sacrificing waterproof protection. The GORE-TEX fabric, taped seams, and weatherproof zippers seal out snow and slush.

Side zippers open up from waist to knee, allowing you to shed heat while skinning or on warm mountain days. Plus, there’s a specific offset chest pocket with a clip that lets you latch your avalanche beacon within a few second’s reach. It’s adjacent to the center chest pouch.

If you’re looking for a hardshell bib that feels lightweight and performs to the highest level, the Hemispheres II GORE-TEX Bibs might be the best companion for you. Another excellent choice for backcountry tours that doesn’t cost as much is the Jones Snowboards Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs, which don’t have quick-release buckles on the suspenders but have equally tough 70-denier textiles.

We’ve noticed that the Hemispheres II seemed to withstand more use over the long haul, whereas the Shralpinist displayed noticeable wear and tear after two hard seasons.

Hard-charging, stormproof, and environmentally friendly. The Jones Snowboards Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs ($475) is one of the best bibs out there, so you can feel good about pushing deeper into the backcountry without sacrificing performance.

Designed with function in mind, this kit provides a breathable upper, a large zippered chest pocket, zippered side seam vents, and a flat back panel that keeps your shoulder straps from slipping off or twisting up under your pack. We’re on board.

The other key to this bib is its blend of performance and sustainability. The material is a 100% recycled 3-layer 30K waterproof and 30K breathable 4-way stretch fabric that’s soft to the touch and offers supreme protection without ever feeling restrictive.

That malleable 70-denier polyester face fabric is 100% recycled and combined with a 100% recycled 20-denier polyester backer. The face is treated with a PFC-free DWR treatment, and the bibs are OEKO-TEX standard 100 certified, meaning they’re free of harmful chemicals and safe for humans. 

In addition to RECCO reflectors, the bibs have two large zippered thigh pockets both with tether hooks and stretch mesh internal pockets. There’s a massive joey-style zippered chest pocket that’s perfect for a phone.

An elastic waist belt with a Velcro attachment is built in, but it doesn’t need to be worn tight. The Stio Men’s Figment Bib likewise has an integrated waist belt but offers two hand pockets in addition to thigh pockets. But the off-centered chest pocket is smaller on the Figment while the Shralpinist’s chest pouch is rather large.

After putting in days on the bibs, we found the internal mesh pockets too small for some avalanche beacons and large phones. Extra fabric would bunch up around the waist. We’d like to see both hand pockets and thigh pockets, but the two quad pouches are sizable. Most importantly, the lightweight fabric wasn’t the most durable among our top bibs — depending on handling, the textile could be short-lived for hybrid users that wrestle snowmobiles through pow to the base of a line.

That said, Jones announced a stronger fabric blend for the 2024-2025 season, so we’ll report back with our findings. Overall, these bibs are a premium construction with tip-top waterproofness and style that’s hard to beat. The Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs are rockstar for backcountry users. With a solid base layer, they can juggle resort days, too.

Arc’teryx is known for creating some of the best-performing gear for all kinds of extreme mountain environments, and the Arc’teryx Sabre Men’s Bib Pant ($700) is no exception. After a season with the bibs from the ski resort to the backcountry and snowmobile adventures, we can confidently say these are some truly lightweight, durable, and comfortable ski bibs. 

There are a lot of lightweight bibs on the ski market right now but none nail it as well as the Sabre. The common downfall to lightweight snow pants is that it feels like nothing is there: When you’re actively moving and generating heat, that featherweight layer feels great. But stopping in the alpine or riding a 10-minute chair lift in the cold? Your legs and backside feel exactly how lightweight the fabric is. 

That’s why Arc’teryx added an 80-denier ePE flannel backer, which acts as a light insulation layer, so you can sit in the snow or on a chairlift and not feel the elements as close as they are. These bibs truly keep out the water, wind, and cold yet we never felt sweaty in them thanks in part to two large WaterTight thigh vent zippers and a rather breathable fabric. 

With such a lightweight, performance-oriented fabric, we were thoroughly impressed with the durability the Sabre provided. When in the backcountry, either touring or on a snowmobile, beating up the inside bottom edge of your bibs is a common occurrence. Here, the bibs are the thickest, with Keprotec instep guards on both legs. Despite doing our best to thrash these bibs, after being put into circulation, they still look brand new.

Additionally, the ultra-durable 100-denier Cordura PowderCuffs easily fit over snowboard or ski boots to keep out snow. These cuffs feel denser and heavier duty compared to other ski bibs we’ve tested and are the meatiest part of the bib, keeping the majority of the weight closest to the ground.

Moving on to fitment, the low-rise chest and small shoulder straps feel streamlined. This gives the bibs mobility that other bibs with a broader chest and shoulder straps don’t have. From very dynamic snowmobiling to side hits at the resort, these bibs felt geared toward freeride movement. Nothing about the bibs was hindering at all. But the downside to such a minimalist bib is a lack of storage with only three pockets.

The chest pocket is on the small side for bib pockets and barely fits an iPhone 15 Pro Max — you can jam one in there, but good luck getting it out again without taking your gloves off. The thigh pockets are much larger, including one internal beacon pocket to keep an avalanche transceiver from bouncing around.

But again, these bibs don’t carry a whole lot of cargo space. If that’s your priority and you don’t mind a heavier hand feel or taller chest coverage, check out the Stio Men’s Figment Bib.

Additionally, the Sabre are some of the most expensive men’s snow bibs on the market. And at such a high cost, we really wanted to see more color options available and options that pop on the slopes. That said, these bibs are decked out with the latest environmentally-friendly and recycled textile — the GORE-TEX ePE membrane, which eliminates the need for long-lasting perfluorinated chemicals including in the fabric — plus RECCO and an anti-odor treatment. Ultimately, these bibs are for someone who wants to spend top dollar on top performance and cares more about unrestricted freeride movement than pockets or color schemes. 

Stio is a stand-out when it comes to sustainability, and the Figment is no exception. The Stio Men’s Figment Bib ($479) is designed for long days at the resort with freestyle skiers and boarders in mind. The bibs offer a durable and waterproof 3-layer fabric, a freeride-specific high-chest fit for relaxed comfort, and sustainable materials featuring 100% recycled polyester. 

The plain weave and ripstop fabric are as durable as you can get when it comes to bibs. We tried as hard as we could, but even after weeks of riding, we haven’t seen wear yet. Stio is also a climate-neutral company, meaning the carbon footprint for each order is completely offset. 

One of the bib’s most unique features is the high-rise front zipper — and we love it. That entrance zip creates a very wide opening, making getting into or out of the bibs a dream. A secondary rear-entrance zipper creates one of the largest drop seat openings on the market, making bathroom breaks a breeze. Both shoulder straps are removable and adjustable, so you can find the perfect fit.

There’s an adjustable waist lock on the left side of the bibs, a simple belt that cinches tight — but one of our testers with narrower waists found the belt pulled the bibs to one side, bunching up the fabric and causing misalignment. Having an adjustment on both the left and right side would solve this problem. In terms of fit, we felt the bibs run rather large, even with a freeride or baggy style fit, and we would recommend sizing down if you prefer a more athletic kit.  

No bib is complete without a quality set of pockets, and this one boasts five: two horizontal thigh pockets with bellows for extra volume plus two hand pockets stacked above those with a D-ring inside the right pocket — perfect for a beacon. There’s one chest pocket on the left side that was large enough for a large phone.

One downside of a bib with a front chest zipper is that the design drastically occupies potential pocket space leaving a solo chest pocket. We would have liked to see a dual or larger chest storage space, versus one chest pocket. Keeping electronics on our torso helps keep them warm, and for backcountry users this also keeps those electronics away from beacon interference. 

Among a few other features we liked were the high-abrasion-resistant kick patches at the bottom hem and interior leg. Those internal boot gaiters helped keep snow out, especially while bootpacking. And the inner leg vents, which reach from the knee to the groin, easily dumped heat. While we did test these bibs in the backcountry, the lower breathability rating and heavier-duty fabric really retained heat.

The Jones Snowboards Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs breathes better, and the Outdoor Research Hemispheres II GORE-TEX Bibs is lighter at 22.1 ounces versus the Figment’s 32.3 ounces. For cold and snowy conditions, the Figment Bibs would perform great in the backcountry, but as temps get near or above freezing, we would choose a lighter and more breathable bib for tours. 

Overall, the Men’s Figment Bib is perfect for ripping around the ski resort in a kit that will easily last a few seasons, are sustainably made, and won’t limit your movement, so you can charge as hard as your legs let you.

Read Review: Patagonia Men’s Untracked Bibs Review: Bombproof, Flashy, and Saving the Planet.

Looking as good as it functions, the Patagonia Men’s Untracked Bibs ($649) is a high-quality resort bib. With all the bells and whistles wrapped into a bombproof piece of outerwear, these bibs are perfect for ripping inbound terrain. 

We really liked the style, color, and weight of the bibs. The 3-layer GORE-TEX ePE membrane eliminates the need for long-lasting perfluorinated chemicals — from the entire fabric, membrane, and topical treatments — while still meeting Patagonia’s and GORE-TEX’s standards for waterproof, breathable, and windproof weather protection. The fabric layers are made of 100% recycled nylon and flannel that’s solution-dyed to lower the use of water, too.

In terms of fit, the thighs, butt, and calves were a little baggy, but we found the waist fit great. The gaiters held snugly and securely over boots with durable kick guards. The drop seat on these bibs works well, and the suspenders are easy to clip into the loops of the pants. The side zippers are smooth to pull and fully waterproof allowing an easy way to cool down. 

We found the Men’s Untracked Bibs to lack some breathability for touring but are a perfect design for resort riding. Compared to the chest-high Patagonia Men’s SnowDrifter Bibs, the Untracked halts at the waist, sacrificing a bit of pow protection, warmth, and that extra torso pouch. But the lower back of the Untracked has a bit more coverage, and there are belt loops for an option to drop the suspenders on the uptrack.

If you’ve spent any time at a ski resort in the past few years, you’ve likely seen Montec kits. Founded in 2006 as a Swedish startup, Montec (and sister brand Dope Snow) has captured a surprising share of the market with a signature look and lower prices via a direct-to-consumer business model that advertises heavily on TikTok and Instagram. Cynics might call it “fast fashion for skiers and snowboarders” — but an optimistic take is that Montec fills a space between $600 bibs and disposable outerwear. For less than the cost of a single pair of high-end GORE-TEX Pro bibs, you can get a color-coordinated kit pairing the Montec Fawk ($239) bibs with the Montec Fawk jacket.

That matching is one of the big differentiators for Montec: Most ski brands produce a handful of color options each season. You can get the Fawk kit in one of 39 combinations — that’s unheard of for most ski apparel. Most of the options are color-blocked combinations. The gear is also undeniably comfortable with roomier fits and fabric that feels softer than outerwear that incorporates GORE-TEX while retaining solid performance. 

The fit is roomy around the waist, then somewhat cinched near the chest and around the articulated knees. The bib suspenders were easy to adjust, but there was an excessive amount of extra strap when adjusted to fit — which we would likely cut off if we wore these bibs long-term. There are lots of convenient pockets — two hand, two thigh, and one chest — to make the most of the bib’s extra real estate.

But is Montec outerwear any good? The Fawk bibs have a familiar 3-layer construction that’s meant to be both water- and windproof like GORE-TEX and other membranes. Montec uses a proprietary Shield-Tec membrane that claims a 20K/20K waterproof/breathability rating, which lags behind the performance of GORE-TEX Pro shells but not by enough to matter in most conditions.

While the brand spotlights the Fawk bibs as equally at home in the backcountry and the resort, we found that the fabric weight and breathability aren’t ideal for serious high-output tours. Dabbling in the sidecountry? Sure, but big climbs aren’t a match.

We tested the Fawk bibs for a couple of weeks while lapping lifts in everything from subzero storm days to sunny groomer laps in the 30s. That’s not long enough to seriously evaluate long-term durability, but we didn’t find any flaws in the construction. The bibs stood up to normal wear and tear and still looked like new. But keep in mind that, unlike most high-end outerwear, Montec doesn’t have a warranty.

This might not be the kit for you if you ski hard 50 to 100 days a season. Still, for more occasional skiers and riders, it’s a good compromise of affordability and performance that’ll save you some bread for those pricey mega-passes and après.

With a luxurious, athletic fabric and thoughtful details, the Oyuki Goshiki YamaPro 3L Bib ($500) sets a high bar. The Goshiki works equally well in the backcountry and the resort. We’ve tested these extensively in both settings over multiple seasons, and they haven’t let us down yet.

They’re fully taped and waterproof to keep you warm and dry during the burliest of storms. When the temps turned up, and we spent long days in the skin track searching for corn, the stretch, breathability, and massive vents — on both the interior and exterior sides of each leg — made the Goshiki an easy choice. We also love the design of the bib’s upper chest, which provides ample stretch and breathability when working hard while still gifting ample coverage when the going gets deep. 

The Goshiki bibs have one leg pocket, two hand pockets, and a functional chest pocket. Hitting a sweet spot, we found that these pockets complement the function of the kit while not adding bulk or weight.

Our biggest gripe with the Oyuki Goshiki is backcountry-related. There’s a notable absence of a dedicated beacon (a.k.a. transceiver) pocket. We found that the best option for holding a beacon was the malleable chest pocket, but there’s no reinforced attachment point — just a key ring clip.

This flaw keeps them from appearing higher on this list. For backcountry use, we prefer the Jones Shralpinist Recycled Stretch bib as it houses integrated anchors for an avalanche beacon in both of the thigh pockets and the chest pocket. 

Beyond the lack of a beacon pocket, these bibs are close to perfect. If you’re looking for a feature-rich, comfortable, and durable pair of men’s snow bibs, the Oyuki Goshiki is worth a look. 

Most heroically, Picture launched The Circular fabric: a blend of 40% post-consumer used garments and 60% pre-consumer fabric pulled from factory cutting scraps. The creation replaces the brand’s previous bio-sourced materials for an even lower impact on the environment. The best part? Textile trash is being kept from the landfill.

Featuring Circular, the Picture Welcome 3L Bib Pants ($385) is a lightweight piece of resort-singing outerwear. The 3-layer construction provides ample protection from wind, and the 20K/20K membrane is reinforced with PFC-free durable water-repellent treatment plus waterproof zips that keep wetness out.

Circular fabric launched in the brand’s 2023 summer apparel. The first-ever collection of snowsports outerwear with the innovative textile launched in 2023-2024. In step, the Jones Snowboards Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs stitches up a 100% recycled 3-layer design, hitting a high sustainability mark alongside this Picture kit. The Welcome bibs likewise toast an OEKO-TEX Standard 100 rating, one of the world’s best-known labels for textiles tested for harmful substances.

These suspender pants have a mid-rise and adjustable shoulder straps. A stretchy Lycra fabric along the sides offers one of the more comfortable fits without sacrificing performance on the up or the down. Being a front zip bib makes getting into these bibs hassle-free, matched with a side-zip drop seat and both top and bottom front zippers, you can get out when nature calls. While there’s a lot we enjoy about these bibs we would have liked to see a few more pockets and RECCO built in. 

To sum it up, the Welcome 3L Bib Pants are an affordable, stretchy, and breathable bib that works great for backcountry excursions and leaves you feeling good about your environmental impact.

For the price, the REI Co-op First Chair GTX Bibs ($269) offer top-of-class weather protection and performance in- and out-of-bounds. It’s difficult to find bibs with GORE-TEX waterproofing for less than $300, which makes these bibs a great value buy.

Last winter season, the bibs were updated with GORE-TEX’s 2-layer fabric membrane that is free of PFCs of Environmental Concern (PFCEC), which remains unchanged for 2024-2025. The face fabric and liner are made with Bluesign-approved and recycled polyester. The size run includes short and tall options, and it also extends up to XXXL. In addition to waterproofing, the First Chair Bibs come with boot gaiters, two-way thigh vents, articulated knees, and plenty of pockets.

These are shell-style bibs, meaning they provide minimal insulation and offer space for wearing warm layers underneath. In the backcountry, shell-style bibs such as these are ideal thanks to their temperature control capabilities.

Some testers found the First Chair GTX Bibs to be fairly roomy. If you want a leaner, athletic bib, check out the Helly Hansen Men’s Odin Mountain Infinity 3-Layer Bib Ski Pants. Also, the lower-height cut could let snow in while skiing in extremely deep powder if all your jacket zips are not tidied up.

Most people won’t be bothered by this, but if you frequently seek out the deep stuff, you may want to look elsewhere. Among the chest-level bibs, our favorites include the Trew Gear Trewth Primo Bib as a hybrid-use pair and the Stio Men’s Figment Bib, primarily for resort laps.

The Helly Hansen Men’s Odin Mountain Infinity 3-Layer Bib Ski Pants ($500) is a burly piece of backcountry-leaning outerwear. Its 3-layer construction provides ample protection from wind, and the solvent-free LIFA INFINITY membrane keeps wetness out.

Compared to a few other bibs on this list — such as the Outdoor Research Hemisphere II Bibs — the Odins are a bit on the thick and heavy side. In cold temps, this extra heft is welcome, but these bibs can become toasty on warm spring days. The dual-zippered vents provide good airflow when open.

We especially appreciate the pocket layout on these bibs. For backcountry purposes, the designated beacon pocket with an integrated D-ring is a nice touch.

To top it all off, Helly Hansen added a RECCO reflector in case you (or someone in your crew) find yourself in trouble. Definitely consider investing in the Men’s Odin Mountain Infinity 3-Layer Bib Ski Pants for a dependable, comfortable, and sustainable choice.

Read Review: Jones Mountain Surf Parka and Bib Review: An Impenetrably Cozy, Insulated Ecosystem

Only in the last three seasons has Jones, the iconic snowboard and backcountry brand, broken into the apparel scene. They did so with clout. The Jones Snowboards Men’s MTN Surf Recycled Bibs ($400) are a protective, ergonomic, waterproof bib made for versatile conditions with comfort and mobility in mind. In two decades of riding, our tester has never been more satisfied with a kit after spending nearly 50 days on snow in ’em.

But the key to this tenacious bib is also its commitment to sustainability. For starters, the bibs are Oeko-Tex standard 100 certified, meaning they’re free of harmful chemicals and safe for humans. The 4-way stretch polyester face fabric is 46% recycled and combined with 75-denier stretch polyester that’s 58% recycled.

The interior liner is 100% recycled stretch polyester. Recycled polyester pull cords are on the zips. The face is also treated with a PFC-free DWR treatment.

The seat and knees utilize a strong 2-layer fabric, while the fabric around the torso and thighs is stretchier, and both have 20K/20K waterproofness and breathability. In addition to RECCO reflectors, the bibs have two large zippered thigh pockets and an external zippered chest pocket with ample room for storage. An elastic, Velcro waist belt adjustment is built in, but it doesn’t need to be worn tight.

We wished that the Men’s MTN Surf Recycled Bibs had slightly larger zip pulls, so they were easier to tug with gloves on. Otherwise, we were extremely happy with this roomy, functional design. While the MTN Surf collection has functional apparel for everyday resort shreds and dabbling in the backcountry, the Shralpinist lineup from Jones dishes out the most tenacious pieces for alpinism like the Jones Snowboards Men’s Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs, which costs a bit more.

Read Review: Patagonia Men’s SnowDrifter Bibs Review: A Super-Lightweight, Breathable, Weather-Blocking Benchmark

Taking a crown for backcountry tours is the Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs ($399): They’re some of the lightest, stretchiest, most comfortable softshell bibs around. They’re so soft, we don’t mind leaving the base layer behind when the temps rise. Under an older name, this bib is now made with stretchy 50-denier 100% recycled polyester that’s totally PFC-free from the textile to the membrane, and a completely PFC-free DWR finish.

SnowDrifter offers excellent mobility, breathes well, and keeps the wind and water out. These bibs are well-ventilated if you tend to get warm. Compared to Patagonia products that use GORE-TEX, these bibs are relatively affordable at this price point. The bibs also meet Patagonia’s in-house standards for multi-year waterproofness, breathability, and durability via the H2No lab and field tests.

We would have liked to see belt loops on these bibs. And we found the shoulder straps were too thin, which, matched with the cross on the back, led them to twist almost every time they were worn. Also, if you find yourself in very cold environments and prefer a heavier-feeling fabric, we recommend something thicker or with insulation.

Slightly denser textiles in our collection include the Jones Snowboards Men’s Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bibs, Outdoor Research Hemispheres II GORE-TEX Bibs, and Trew Gear Trewth Primo Bib.

Overall, the SnowDrifter Bibs are a solid price, environmentally friendly, lightweight, and stretchy, which are all priorities for both backcountry tours and frontcountry lift days. They really shine on the uphill, especially if you run warm. Don’t miss our review of the matching SnowDrifter Jacket.