Snowboarding outerwear is designed to keep the snowboarder warm and dry for as long as possible. This requires it to be waterproof, breathable, and well lined. It can include a jacket, pants, hat, scarf, and gloves. Thick warm boots with a good grip are a good idea as well. What should you look for in each of these pieces? The answer is different in some ways based on personal preference, how long and how often you plan to be on the slopes, and where you intend to enjoy the sport. However, there are some things that are basic and imperative for each piece of outwear worn for snowboarding.
When it comes to snowboarding outerwear, the jacket and pants may have a mid to high waterproof and breathability rating. How high you really need each to be will depend on the standard humidity at the location and how long you plan to be out, but at the least a mid range rating on each is prudent. These ratings indicate how much moisture a garment can absorb before it begins to reach the skin, therefore it is wise to go with a higher rating if you are going to be in high humidity or out for longer than a few hours. Each should be well lined and snug also to keep cold air out.
Boots are an important part of snowboarding outerwear as well. They should also be water proof and breathable, and they should be well lined. All of these factors determine how warm they will keep feet. Another important aspect of boots is the grip. They grip should be such that it prevents slipping. Boots should fit properly as well since those that are too little or too loose will not only be uncomfortable, but they can be dangerous as well. Style is certainly fine to have, but look for functionality and safety first.
Snowboarding outerwear includes items that are often considered accessories as well. A hat, scarf, and gloves will make all the difference. The gloves should be snow gloves, but the hat and scarf need only be warm. Often matching sets are sold together and offer a terrific opportunity to mix fashion with functionality. Just remember that if they do not fit properly or are not properly secured they could impede movement or obstruct vision, which could be dangerous. Test them by moving around to ensure that everything stays in place before going out.
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