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Top Men's Ski Pants

By Mike Doyle, About.com

Men's ski pants come in a variety of styles - you can buy heavily insulated ski pants, or thin shell pants. Both of these styles are available in bib-style, straight pants, or even cargo pants for a more modern look. However, your ski pants need to keep you warm and comfortable, and they must allow optimal flexibility. Below is a selection of the top men's ski pants that will do just that.

1. Fera Bourne

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The Fera Bourne pant is the New School offering, with a relaxed leg fit and a cargo pocket with a laser-cut welded waterproof zipper. There are five colors, ranging from Black to Flame. Options include 100% nylon dobby or a special herringbone fabric, both with powder cuffs and a Lycra insert. You can be confident in getting an accurate fit when ordering online because the Bourne comes in waist sizes by inches rather than just S, M or L. The Fera Bourne is available in 3 lengths.

2. Fera Brembo

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Fera's men's pants have come a long way in a few years offering a line of performance pants surprisingly better than most comparatively priced ski pants. The Brembo comes with articulated knees, removable suspenders, and powder cuffs with Lycra insert, and is offered in Black or Charcoal. Fully seam sealed with a Teflon DWR and 2 waterproof zip hand pockets to keep you dry and 80g Thermolite Active recycled insulation to keep you warm. You can be confident in getting an accurate fit when ordering online because the Brembo comes in waist sizes by inches, rather than just S, Med or L. The Brembo is available in three lengths.

3. Spyder Tarantula Men's Ski Pants

The Spyder Tarantula ski pant is one of the most popular ski pants in the traditional black ski pant style. The suspenders are Spyder's "trademark" and the ski pant comes in both insulated and shell style - insulated is best for cold days, while shell pants will protect you against wind and moisture but won't keep your legs warm. Available in short, regular, and long lengths, the Spyder ski pant will offer optimal performance.
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4. Columbia Haute Dog Ski Pants

Columbia Haute Dog Ski Pants are fully weatherproof - they'll seal out the elements - whether you're gliding through powder or hitting the steeps on a windy day, you'll be warm and dry. Hand-warming pockets are great for chilly days, articulated knees provide a full range of movement, and internal gaiters keep out the snow. Plus, these pants are styled with an edgy design that will look sharp on the slopes.
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5. Precision Mountainwear Mogul Ski Pants

Precision Mountainwear Mogul Ski Pants are shell pants, so they're great for warmer days, or so you'll need to layer warm fleece pants or softshell pants under them. With a powder cuff that'll keep snow out of your boots in deep powder, a velcro waist adjuster, and two handwarmer pockets, these pants are definitely great. With these pants, you will be able to ski down through moguls without having to worry about being cold.

6. The North Face Freedom Pants

The North Face Freedom Insulated Ski Pants are insulated, but vents will make sure you don't overheat. Articulated knees insure optimal flexibility, and the prime construction of the ski pant will make sure that there's no bulky bunching around your knees. Available in a variety of different colors, these North Face ski pants will fit you well and keep your warm on the slopes
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