Alright, so you read the men’s pants description and you know how important pants are to keeping you comfortable while you’re riding. Good waterproofing will keep you dry and warm when you need it most. But what you don’t know from reading the men’s description is the strides women’s pants have made. Just like women’s board, binding, and boot technology has changed and veered from men’s technology over the years, so has women’s clothing. From the stylie low rise of the 686 smarty pants to the Beatles-esque design of the B by Burton Sgt. Pepper pant, women’s pants have been tailored for women by women. Clothing companies have listened to women and it shows in this year’s clothing. Take a look at all the different styles on PowderTools.com. Insulated – Pants to keep you warm on those coldest of days. Usually insulated with multiple layers or synthetic insulation. Shells - Waterproof pants that usually block water and wind. Don’t provide insulation for those colder days, but do often have vents to keep you cool. Generally worn on warmer, Spring days when you’re hiking the park.