BenBoy Women's Outdoor Waterproof Snow Ski Hiking Pants

VERY happy with these! Needed something warm yet comfortable for daily winter hikes with my pooch and for winter chores - shoveling, snowblowing.. We live in upstate NY, Catskill mountains, and winters can be super cold and damp. Regular ski pants are too bulky and stiff IMHO. These are well made, sturdy fabric yet flexible and move with you in all the right places. They run true to size chart: I'm usually a small/petite length and got a Medium Short so I could layer - I have room for heavy leggings or cotton skinny jeans. A small would have probably been fine, I may order another in small for spring/fall. For reference, I'm 5'3, 135lbs, curvy/athletic build. I did not think them high-waisted or short-waisted, pretty much "normal", and the length is perfect and as per the size guide. It's not easy to find pants that aren't made for 6' + women and the length was perfect to tuck in my snow boots or cuff with my hikers without being bulky or having to hem. As other reviewers mentioned, it comes with a belt (which is awful - I couldn't even unbuckle it) and unnecessary, (they should bypass the belt and lower the price!) in fact, the belt was a stark contrast to the quality of the pants. Just buy the pants and toss the belt. The waistband is flexible and I really like the clip closure, easy to maneuver even with gloves on. And the detailing below the waist is flattering - they are stylish enough for a run to town without looking like the kid from A Christmas Story :) It's been very rainy, wet and snowy this winter and they certainly kept the damp chill out, and did not feel damp or wet after a long hike or shoveling. And I love the fabric stays super clean and doesn't pick up lint or pet hair! Kept me warm and comfortable! A solid purchase.

For reference - I'm 5'6, 170lb athletic build F (with a bit of middle age fluff) and purchased size Large, Black pants. I purchased these in the fall, and its finally cold and blustery here in the midwest US. Wore them this morning to play with my pup in 12 degree windchill, with snow and wind coming down. They performed splendidly! I wore a high quality base layer underneath these Benboy pants, and they fit well with room to move. They are comfortable, lightweight, flexible, and very functional. The waistband has elastic gathering in strategic places that allows for give, but also remains flattering since it's not a full elastic waist. The pockets have ample room and you can carry several things if needed. I really REALLY love the textured/rugged knee area - its not so stiff to be bulky, but its rugged enough to deal with a jumping dog and ice and crud on the ground. The bottom of the pants have ample room for boots to be worn underneath, but because the pants are lightweight and flexible, you could tuck them into boots as well. They performed amazingly against the cold, windy, blustery 12F temps for 2 hours of pup time. They were completely windproof, stayed dry, staved off several puppy attacks :) and with a slight brushing off, they looked like they just came out of the package. I cannot say enough for these pants for light to moderate outdoor winter activity. I am very pleased with them and will be ordering additional pairs. The pricepoint of these pants is out of this world. I'd expect to spend 4x as much for this quality! ***Came back to edit this review after wearing these pants non-stop through winter storm Elliot (December 2022). I had to take my 6 month old puppy out in -40f with 30-50 mph winds, several times a day and night. With a high quality base layer and the baleaf fleece lined tights (also sold on anazon) under these, they were rock solid. Completely wind and cold proof. If you think your should buy a pair of these, the answer is a resounding YES!! I have 2 pr and will but a few more in other colors. At this price point, there is nothing that comes close! Thanks again for such a great product!!!

I bought these for an upcoming trip to Iceland. Lots of people in these reviews used them for the same purpose so I’m hoping they serve me just as well! The quality of these pants is really good, the material feels heavy duty without being bulky. The fleece lining is pretty thin, which I like because I don’t want to get overly warm (will be hiking/walking/horseback riding/etc), but if you’re looking for something with a very thick/fluffy lining these are not it. Iffy on whether these will actually be waterproof, but they are definitely better than water resistant options and aren’t as bulky as ski pants. The only thing I don’t love is the sizing. I ordered a medium short (my normal size) and they fit perfectly everywhere except for the back seam; it pulls a bit when squatting down or sitting. Otherwise the length, waist, legs all fit so well. I ordered a large short to try and that was huge yet still had that pull in the back seam. Sticking with the mediums because I think they are still very comfortable and will work for what I need them for. I would stick with your normal sizing (I am a 5’5” 140lb curvy woman, so I think that’s why the hip measurement was a bit snug for me).

I oringinally ordered a large thinking I should size up based on what I have found with other athletic / outdoor brands like Columbia and because I plan to wear an additional layer underneath for winter but the large was way too big. The fastener on the waist band came off the first time I tried them on so I returned the first pair for a refund. Customer service was FANTASTIC! Actually made the experience an enjoyable one. The pants were exactly what I was looking for. They appear to be well made (except for the fastener), the material appears durable. I love the tougher material at the knees, I am a nature photographer and I'm frequently kneeling in all kinds of weather. The pants are cute. I don't care what we're doing, a girl still wants to look cute! Who says function and fashion can't coexist? They can with these! I reordered a medium and they fit with plenty of room for an additional layer underneath. The fit isn't perfect for me but I'm guessing they would be perfect for someone with a longer torso than me. I'm 5'3 with longer legs and short waisted. If you are wanting a warm pant for your outdoor activities with a more fitted look I would recommend these! I ordered the black with the pocket on the thigh, I suspect the different styles may fit differently. Good luck! I look forward to seeing how these perform next week when I head to the trails to capture nature at it's finest. Update December 1, 2021: I love these pants! They are my winter favorite! I want another pair so I can always have one when the other is in the laundry. They have worn fantastic! I have worn them in sub-zero Temps with a layer underneath and stayed perfectly warm. I have worn them in snow and stayed dry, even when kneeling in the snow. These have proven to be durable, comfortable and warm!

Petites, these are perfect! Bought for an upcoming trip to Norway. I tried and returned several other brands and sizes before these. I'm 5'1, 127 lbs. and usually a 4P or 6P. I got a Medium Short because I wanted some room to put a wool layer underneath. They are plenty loose for that, but not so big that they're falling down. The waist has a little elastic on both sides - very comfortable without being frumpy. Not sure I'll use the belt. Plenty of pockets, all zippered. The inseam is a tad long barefoot, but perfect with hiking boots. And I love the straight legs! The soft lining is thin but warm - no "Christmas Story" puffy snowsuit look here. Very comfortable and stylish walking around. Have not tested the waterproofness, but will update my review after Norway if that's not as perfect as everything else about these pants.

I purchased these pants for a February trip to Patagonia, where it can be cold, wet, and windy. I ended up wearing these every day for the week we were traveling through Argentinian and Chilean glacier fjords by boat and foot. Most days the temps were in the low 40’s (F) with wind gusts up to 35 mph. These pants are truly wind proof and water resistant, while also being sturdy, well-fitting and comfortable. I highly recommend them as an alternative to bulky ski pants, which are not designed for hiking. For reference, I’m 5’9” and 148 lbs and the Medium/Regular fit me perfectly.

I do have to admit that I didn't like these the first few times I wore them. But it was probably just me getting used to the cold winters in Idaho. In the beginning of winter I was having to wear 2 pairs of long johns with these in 19° windy weather to feel warm while walking my dog every day. Now that I've adjusted, these are more than adequate down to 0° with just one pair of long johns. I don't ever feel cold, even in falling snow my legs never get wet. The only downside is the elastic in the waistband is a little snug compared to the fit of the rest of the pant. But a big plus is the hook and eye closure; It stays, doesn't pop open like snaps can and is easy to get out of. UPDATE: I still love these pants! They keep me warm even in -10 degrees. One year later they've held up well, no seam rips or zipper problems, no pills. They're still just as waterproof and windproof as they always have been; I just want an extra pair. I literally wear them every day to walk my dog from October - April, and they stand up to washings and wearings and still keep me warm. So I just bought 2 more pairs, one for me and one for my husband.

So not a fan of these. Bought the large/short. I am 5’3” 162lbs. Normally wear a size 12. These were a little big around the waist so I put the belt on which came with them. The belt was a woven belt that sticks up past the waist band and rubs against my skin. The legs were not slim fit so when I had them on the fabric was moving against my skin and felt irritating on my bare skin. The picture shows a slim fit but the pant legs on the bottom were 8 1/2” wide. They would probably fit over snow boots but I wanted to be able to tuck them in my boots. They are not tight and I could probably wear long John’s under them to alleviate the chafing that is bound to happen with the way they move over my skin when walking. They were warm though so I will keep them as an emergency pair of pants for when I have to be outside in winter for an extended period of time. Not sure about waterproof protection, so can’t comment on that.

J'ai acheté ce pantalon pour faire de la randonnée en montagne et de la marche de ville. Pour l'instant, je les ai essayé pour déneiger par temps froid ( ressenti - 26°c environ) et faire du sur-place. Je n'ai pas eu froid du tout. Je n'ai pas encore été marcher vraiment longtemps avec mais un peu, et pas de transpiration. Je portais un legging smartwool en dessous pour aider contre le froid. Reste à voir lorsqu'il fera - 40°c mais à cette température, je ne ferai pas du sur-place 😉😅 Il fait bien, grandeur adaptée, beau look, et je trouve qu'il me va bien même si ma mère m'a dit que j'avais l'air " Tom Boy " au premier coup d'œil 😂

Ok so someone who is 135 pounds said the medium doesn’t fit. I am the same weight maybe even 5-10 pounds more sometimes, but I’m also 5’8… I’m a size 6-8, (canada, or USA in normal size not those brands that pretend that a size 12 is a 6) depending on the month - it fits perfect for me but if you carry all your weight on your waist it won’t, I’m a true hourglass in shape, so maybe that’s why. It’s almost tight on my butt but enough room for fleece jean/legging AND compression thermal wear First thing I did: poured water on it. To see if it got wet. It didn’t! It rolled onto the floor! That’s exactly what I wanted There are elastic panels on the waist band part, mine are barely stretching when I put it on, it fit, yet if you have a big butt I’d say that’s the tightest part. These are better than 100$ Columbia snow pants lol, but they’re not as bulky - you may sacrifice a tiny bit of warmth for looking a little cute idk but I’ve never been cold with them And it’s negative 30 degrees Celsius in canada and it’s blizzarding (total white out/3 feet visibility). Maybe I’d get something thicker for the Arctic but for my daily hour walks it’s perfect

J’ai utilisé le pantalon dans la neige lorsque je dois déneiger ma cours et il me garde au chaud! Il est aussi imperméable et coupe vent. Je le mets autant en hiver qu’au printemps ou l’automne. J’irais pas faire du ski avec ça par contre. Ça me semble pas assez chaud pour une grosse journée au froid d’hiver. Il est fait un peu trop large des cuisses et et des jambes. Mais la taille est parfaite. J’ai pris un small. Je mesure 5pied3 115lbs

nice and soft on the inside , look nice on. I am 5' 3" 122 lbs and the small fit too large and baggy for me so i returned for the XS which fit better. They are too long in the leg of course but i just fold them under . I originally wanted to be able to wear these over leggings and there is still room for them under the XS but the soft fleecy inner fabric grips the leggings and is not comfortable . Thankfully they are thick and warm enough on their own without another layer underneath.

I ordered small, but these pants were loose and not too snug so great to actively move about in. I wore thin pj's underneath for additional warmth. It kept me comfortable and warm while hiking in BC. Lots of pockets to stash items. The only issue is the belt buckle snap was hard to open. But the belt came in handy to carry my MEC water bag in liu of a day backpack. I will order this product again in a different colour.