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

Best for active skiers or backcountry touring. They have no insulation, so you control your warmth with base layers.

Look for comments like "runs small in the thighs" or "very long inseam."

Aim for at least 10,000mm (10k) for general resort use. If you ski in wet/snowy climates like the Pacific Northwest, look for 20,000mm (20k) or Gore-Tex .

High-waisted pants are great for keeping snow out, but make sure they don't dig in when you sit.

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