Elastic inner cuffs that stretch over your boots to keep snow out of your socks.

If you're between sizes, Most major outdoor retailers offer flat-rate or free return shipping. It’s better to pay $7 in return shipping than to be stuck with pants that pinch your waist on the mountain.

Look for two numbers (e.g., 10k/10k) in the product description:

This measures how well sweat escapes. Look for 10,000g or higher so you don't get clammy. 3. Check for "Must-Have" Features

Ski pant sizing varies wildly between brands (European brands like Mammut run slim; US brands like Flylow run baggier).