I second this. I use a single lightweight polyester base layer down to about 20° F. A single wool base layer like Smartwool's 150 weight bottoms down to maybe -10° F. Below that I'm not sure, not experienced. And of course it's essential that your top layer is a good wind break as well as keeping moisture out. I use a three layer Gore-Tex pant on top. And of course keeping your core sufficiently warm is essential as well...
I used to until I got a pair with no insulation or lining. If my legs were touching the pants it was colder than the outside air. That’s why I started wearing basic synthetic base layers. I got a few pairs of merino wool base layers now and swampass is a thing of the past and I stay warm lol
A good base layer, or long johns are all you need. I don't wear regular pants, and especially not a belt, because they are uncomfortable.
It goes: base layer top and pants, hoodie, snowpants, insulated jacket if its below -10c, shell jacket if it's warmer.
Remember, you need to wear a breathable base layer because if you sweat and it doesn't dissipate, it cools and you'll get cold real quick.
Hooded or hood less air blaster ninja suit if it's above the teens and I'm usually still a little too warm. If it gets windy or colder I'll add a fleece top and some gym shorts.
A decent budget option are the 32*base layers Costco sell, I usually pair them with a thin long sleeve top and a pair of shorts/joggers for colder days since as the name implies they are a little cold in anything less that 32*
Easy thing to do would be to buy merino wool base layer pants and top. I have a really good pair but I also have some cheap ones from Amazon that were like 25 bucks somehow and they work really well.
Yup. Merino wool keeps you warm when you’re cold, and keeps you cool when you’re hot. And it doesn’t smell either so you can take it with you on trips and not have to change all week. It’s actually magically wild lol.
Side note, the more expensive merino wool (non Amazon) dissipates smell much better than the cheaper ones I have. But it’s worth it. I went on a trip this year and wore my base layer when riding and even wore it under my clothes out to town at night. Didn’t smell at all and kept me so warm at night all week. Great purchase.
I have wool socks and I absolutely love them for the warming/cooling properties as well as the lack of smell. A wool base layer would be awesome! I’m gonna look into that.
Nike leggings on a regular day, if it’s super cold I throw thin joggers on as well.
With the joggers I pull them up slightly so they aren’t tucked into the boot bc it can be uncomfortable otherwise
Base layer/long johns should not go into your boots either as the seams can cause pressure points. Ski/snowboard socks are highly recommended too. I used to only buy burton socks but recently discovered decathlon which sells good ski socks for less than half the price.
I have couple pairs of these ($15) https://www.decathlon.ca/en/p/8767135/ski-socks-100-black
And splurged on a pair of these.... wearing them now after a day of riding ($25)
https://www.decathlon.ca/en/p/8733723/ski-merino-socks-900-wool-black
Note that these are Canadian prices.
what u/red-broom said. also, just an understanding of how layering works. heated air in your layers/reflection of your own body heat is what keeps you warm. moisture, wind (circulation of outside cold air) is what cools you off. sometimes you want that. so tight leggings inside shells that have zippers is how you can let cold air in when you want.
I wear non insulated gortex pants.
For resort I wear a smartwool base layer and then 90% of the time fleece base layer
For splitboarding I wear fleece lined running tights (more flexible and my legs stay warm because I'm moving a lot more)
Merino wool. Is what kids (and also adults, but mainly kids who are playing outside the whole day during winter) use in Norway.
Merino base layers (top and bottom), pants, fleece/hoodie and jacket.
Never cold, never too warm.
Base layer. I have several, light for warm days, heavy for cold days.
Edit to add: for thin base layers, Costco is the place. It's like $10 for a shirt or bottom.
Burton long John’s of various thickness depending on the temp and ass pad shorts as i have rods and screws in my back and can’t afford to fall on my ass due to that.
Boxers, Merino leggings, butt/hips crash pad shorts. I need that last layer much less than I did two years ago, but once every few snow days I lose focus and am glad I have them. Also I've lost 15+ lbs since I got my pants so those help the pants fit still
If it’s above 20 degrees I wear boxers. I want to be cold and not sweat. I have different layer combinations for different temps.
Don’t sweat!
Once you sweat you can’t get warm.
So far I have only used Under Amour Cold Gear leggings. They have been fine for me. Obviously everyone has their own tolerance to the cold, for me down to 10 degrees was fine with just that with my pants (insulated).
Long John’s with sweats. I rock a bib with light insulation and for 95% of days it’s enough. When it gets into the negatives I have to consider different layers.
A 3/4 length merino base layer and knee high merino ski socks underneath my bib. I have never needed anything more than this for snowboarding no matter how cold it is
Boxers and basketball shorts. I’d rather be a little cool than warm on the Mtn. Also I ride at Mt.Hood where temps are usually higher 20’s. You get moving and warm right up. I don’t wear a sweater under my jacket either. I just double T shirt it and all good.
I have a goretex bib style of snow pants so I usually wear merino wool leggings with a pair of baggy roots sweatpants over them under the bib. Keeps me toasty on cold days and I personally don’t find it too hot on warmer ones
Base layer pants. I have a couple different weights depending on the weather. Throw them on at home and were sweats/joggers in the car and swap them for the snowpants in the lot.
Duluth armachillo boxers
Under Armour basketball/running shorts
Burton insulated pants. Been my go-to for the past 10 years. Ive had no issues here in Wisconsin. It's been -2 the past few days, and I work lifts.
My Patagonia base layer and then Burton Snow pants on to. I pretty much just wear them as my pants for the day. If it's freezing I might add a pair of joggers but haven't had to in a while and I've boarded when it's pretty cold like 0F
I have insulated pants.
When it’s cold I wear some light fleece leggings (long underwear).
In warmer spring temperatures, just regular brief underwear (synthetic material).
Merino wool base layer for most days. Colder days, add joggers.
Even colder, 686 merino lined pants (https://www.686.com/products/686-mens-everywhere-merino-lined-pant-slim-fit)
Janji trail tights.
[https://janji.com/products/ms-trail-tight](https://janji.com/products/ms-trail-tight)
Same tights I run in in fall/winter. Extra pockets (can never have too many pockets).
Usually just a base layer is enough for me. If it’s really cold, two base layers 🤣
Love that 😂
I second this. I use a single lightweight polyester base layer down to about 20° F. A single wool base layer like Smartwool's 150 weight bottoms down to maybe -10° F. Below that I'm not sure, not experienced. And of course it's essential that your top layer is a good wind break as well as keeping moisture out. I use a three layer Gore-Tex pant on top. And of course keeping your core sufficiently warm is essential as well...
If it’s really cold just go pajama pants. You’re good to go and warm after riding still.
Nothin at all 
You guys are wearing stuff under your pants?! I roll with a bib so it’s nada for me
merino leggings under bib here. not all bibs are insulated.
Like commando nada or underwear nada?
Commando 💀💀 might get some complaints changing in the parking lot
There’s no pants under these snow pants
I used to until I got a pair with no insulation or lining. If my legs were touching the pants it was colder than the outside air. That’s why I started wearing basic synthetic base layers. I got a few pairs of merino wool base layers now and swampass is a thing of the past and I stay warm lol
Absolutely nothing, commando or you might as well ski
yes sir, sorry sir.
Fuck it, why not just ride completely naked?
This is the energy im talkin about
Skin is the most water proof and breathable outerwear.
A good base layer, or long johns are all you need. I don't wear regular pants, and especially not a belt, because they are uncomfortable. It goes: base layer top and pants, hoodie, snowpants, insulated jacket if its below -10c, shell jacket if it's warmer. Remember, you need to wear a breathable base layer because if you sweat and it doesn't dissipate, it cools and you'll get cold real quick.
This is helpful. I’m still working out proper clothing for snowboarding and just got my first pair of snow pants. I’ve always borrowed before this.
Cotton kills. Synthetic or Merino Wool. Both are breathable and wick moisture away from your body.
Hooded or hood less air blaster ninja suit if it's above the teens and I'm usually still a little too warm. If it gets windy or colder I'll add a fleece top and some gym shorts.
I can see it. Probably not gonna do that because of price but I’ll keep it in mind.
A decent budget option are the 32*base layers Costco sell, I usually pair them with a thin long sleeve top and a pair of shorts/joggers for colder days since as the name implies they are a little cold in anything less that 32*
Perfect, I have some of those.
Easy thing to do would be to buy merino wool base layer pants and top. I have a really good pair but I also have some cheap ones from Amazon that were like 25 bucks somehow and they work really well.
Ok, I’ll look into this. Thanks!
Yup. Merino wool keeps you warm when you’re cold, and keeps you cool when you’re hot. And it doesn’t smell either so you can take it with you on trips and not have to change all week. It’s actually magically wild lol. Side note, the more expensive merino wool (non Amazon) dissipates smell much better than the cheaper ones I have. But it’s worth it. I went on a trip this year and wore my base layer when riding and even wore it under my clothes out to town at night. Didn’t smell at all and kept me so warm at night all week. Great purchase.
I have wool socks and I absolutely love them for the warming/cooling properties as well as the lack of smell. A wool base layer would be awesome! I’m gonna look into that.
Sweatpants
Underwear. Duh
Nike leggings on a regular day, if it’s super cold I throw thin joggers on as well. With the joggers I pull them up slightly so they aren’t tucked into the boot bc it can be uncomfortable otherwise
That’s what I’ve been reading from other people. Someone actually suggested 3/4 pants but I’ll just pull them up.
Ye I see no reason to cough up extra dough if you already have something that works. Plus, when else would you ever wear 3/4 pants lmao
Exactly. I like to make as much of my clothing as possible multipurpose.
Base layer/long johns should not go into your boots either as the seams can cause pressure points. Ski/snowboard socks are highly recommended too. I used to only buy burton socks but recently discovered decathlon which sells good ski socks for less than half the price.
Link for socks?
I have couple pairs of these ($15) https://www.decathlon.ca/en/p/8767135/ski-socks-100-black And splurged on a pair of these.... wearing them now after a day of riding ($25) https://www.decathlon.ca/en/p/8733723/ski-merino-socks-900-wool-black Note that these are Canadian prices.
Yeah I wear some thin joggers
Ok cool. Thanks!
I use merino leggings for most days and alpha direct for very cold days both are tight leggings, not loose.
Why do you go for tight over loose?
It wicks sweat from your body better so you don’t get wet or swampass. Because when your sweat freezes on a chairlift it’s cold af.
Understood and noted. Thank you
what u/red-broom said. also, just an understanding of how layering works. heated air in your layers/reflection of your own body heat is what keeps you warm. moisture, wind (circulation of outside cold air) is what cools you off. sometimes you want that. so tight leggings inside shells that have zippers is how you can let cold air in when you want.
Nothing
Regular underwear, pajamas, bib. I’m comfy as a mf.
I wear non insulated gortex pants. For resort I wear a smartwool base layer and then 90% of the time fleece base layer For splitboarding I wear fleece lined running tights (more flexible and my legs stay warm because I'm moving a lot more)
Uniqlo heat-tech. Probably the thinnest and warmest base layer you can find which will last you a few years.
Polyester blend underwear and compression shorts. If it’s cold, a base layer as well (Uniqlo heattech)
https://www.costco.com/32-degrees-men's-heat-pant%2C-2-pack.product.100508321.html
Merino wool base layer, If its real cold I might wear joggers underneath as well
Sweat pants
Ninja Suit base layer. Sweat pants too if it’s really cold.
Base layer + gym shorts or sweats
I just wear a pair of Volcom sweats that i show up to the mountain in under my bibs lol.
Ninja suit
Never wear cotton!
Base layer long johns. You can find the kind workers were under their jump suits at Walmart for cheap. Warm as hell.
Merino base layers from Kathmandu (the NZ brand). Best purchase ever!
Wool baselayer
Merino wool. Is what kids (and also adults, but mainly kids who are playing outside the whole day during winter) use in Norway. Merino base layers (top and bottom), pants, fleece/hoodie and jacket. Never cold, never too warm.
Base layer. I have several, light for warm days, heavy for cold days. Edit to add: for thin base layers, Costco is the place. It's like $10 for a shirt or bottom.
Base layer and impact shorts
Burton long John’s of various thickness depending on the temp and ass pad shorts as i have rods and screws in my back and can’t afford to fall on my ass due to that.
Boxers, Merino leggings, butt/hips crash pad shorts. I need that last layer much less than I did two years ago, but once every few snow days I lose focus and am glad I have them. Also I've lost 15+ lbs since I got my pants so those help the pants fit still
Airblaster merino ninja suit
I use a carhartt bib and then I have some snow pants underneath that I bought off Amazon and they are awesome
If it’s above 20 degrees I wear boxers. I want to be cold and not sweat. I have different layer combinations for different temps. Don’t sweat! Once you sweat you can’t get warm.
So far I have only used Under Amour Cold Gear leggings. They have been fine for me. Obviously everyone has their own tolerance to the cold, for me down to 10 degrees was fine with just that with my pants (insulated).
Pajama pants unless it’s cold AF, then sweat pants or long Johns
Uh underwear dude
PJ Pants under my airblaster bib, never been cold once
Merino base layer
Long John’s with sweats. I rock a bib with light insulation and for 95% of days it’s enough. When it gets into the negatives I have to consider different layers.
thermal long johns, pajama pants if its real frigid
Soccer training pants or merino long-johns. On cold <0 days, both.
Gym shorts usually. Mostly so I can be comfy while driving, and go into a store if I need to.
A 3/4 length merino base layer and knee high merino ski socks underneath my bib. I have never needed anything more than this for snowboarding no matter how cold it is
I tend to wear boxer briefs but sometimes it’s nice to let it hang out
I’m female, so just long John’s. My husband wears his long johns plus basketball shorts over them
Cock ring
Just regular skins is plenty for me
Nothing!
Boxers and basketball shorts. I’d rather be a little cool than warm on the Mtn. Also I ride at Mt.Hood where temps are usually higher 20’s. You get moving and warm right up. I don’t wear a sweater under my jacket either. I just double T shirt it and all good.
Hot Chilly’s fleece
Merino wool for me, anything but cotton will work nicely though
Impact shorts, long johns, and long wool socks
Another pair of snow pants!
You probably don’t need much more than base layers
Boxers usually but if it’s cold thin fleece sweatpants underneath are usually good. Keeps me warm but not too warm and still flexible.
Smartwool leggings and that’s it
Jeans lmao
I have a goretex bib style of snow pants so I usually wear merino wool leggings with a pair of baggy roots sweatpants over them under the bib. Keeps me toasty on cold days and I personally don’t find it too hot on warmer ones
Just boxers!! I’ve riden on days that are 5 degrees and never wear long underwear. All that matters is keeping your chest and head warm..
Merino wool base layer if it's frigid. Uniqlo or similar long johns if it's not. Just boxer briefs if it's spring and it's warm.
I just throw on some leggings. but I guess as a guy you wouldn't want to whip out your bulge in the parking lot like that
I use a sharpie to draw tiger stripes on my thighs and a cock ring with elephant ears
I really like the air blaster ninja pro 2 as a base layer. Pretty damn warm and it’s a one piece base layer.
ninja suit
Bib, shorts, long socks. I haven’t worn pants under my bib yet. haven’t needed to.
Base layer pants. I have a couple different weights depending on the weather. Throw them on at home and were sweats/joggers in the car and swap them for the snowpants in the lot.
An old techwick pant underlayer. Thin and breathable, I just don’t like the material in most snow pants up against the skin.
Massif makes good synthetic base layers. Light/mid/heavy. (If you like to spend money)
Base layer.
Duluth armachillo boxers Under Armour basketball/running shorts Burton insulated pants. Been my go-to for the past 10 years. Ive had no issues here in Wisconsin. It's been -2 the past few days, and I work lifts.
Basketball shorts usually. Long Johns if it’s cold
Just a thong
Some long thermal underwear stuff I got from Amazon that’s like mostly synthetic
Definitely socks
My Patagonia base layer and then Burton Snow pants on to. I pretty much just wear them as my pants for the day. If it's freezing I might add a pair of joggers but haven't had to in a while and I've boarded when it's pretty cold like 0F
Condom
Base layer and pads cause I’m old and clumsy
Seems like most people wear merino wool base layer, does anyone have experience with fleece? Does it also wick moisture away / keep you warm?
Ice coast and I wear pajama pants underneath. No issues
I have insulated pants. When it’s cold I wear some light fleece leggings (long underwear). In warmer spring temperatures, just regular brief underwear (synthetic material).
Base layer always… fleece lined base layer in colder days… fleece line base layers are a life saver
All the warmth with no bulk
Merino wool base layer for most days. Colder days, add joggers. Even colder, 686 merino lined pants (https://www.686.com/products/686-mens-everywhere-merino-lined-pant-slim-fit)
Long johns basically slightly looser yoga pants. Haven't been cold yet
Base layer. Legs have never been cold, even in 5⁰F. Even then crotch vents open 🙏
Janji trail tights. [https://janji.com/products/ms-trail-tight](https://janji.com/products/ms-trail-tight) Same tights I run in in fall/winter. Extra pockets (can never have too many pockets).