Master044

So I went snowboarding for the first time this winter and loved it. I would like to continue with it, but I need some gear. The carhartt coat and bibs I have do NOT work well with excess amounts of snow contact from falling. So, I've been looking for a coat and pants. I need some gloves too, but I am sure I can manage those. I have a limited budget so I need stuff on sale and I also want the coat to be something I can wear on an everyday basis. Therefore, I was thinking columbia would be a good brand for the coat. I was just wondering if anyone had any good websites to check out that are well trusted? Also, any feedback on times of the year to go to local ski/snowboard shops for big deals would be great! Im thinking somewhere in the $100-200 range for the coat and around $100 for the pants. Less if possible.

yusoweird

Get anything with 15k waterproof rating, and you will be fine. try Snowboard, Snowboards, Burton Snowboards, Burton Bindings, Burton Boots, and snowboard reviews - Free Shipping - US Orders Over $100 A lot of lower end Columbia jacket/pant have terrible waterproof rating and they are usually not specified (maybe because it sucks). Sierrasnowboard usually have alot of Foursquare and Special blend jackets/pants with 15k waterproof rating that will be more than enough for you. 10k is also good enough. But I personally wear at least 15k rating.

clubmyke

i would suggest used or new volcom off craigslist or ebay. The nimbus and omega lines are incredible quality, fit, and finish.

I picked up new pair of pants for $60 and a jacket for $130

Master044

what about those special deal websites like steepandcheap.com? I have seen a couple people suggest them on other posts but I have never used them. How well are they trusted? They have some really good looking deals

MauiWowie

alot of stores around me are putting snowboard equipment on sale already. one store (Army Navy) had all jackets and pants 50% off already. idk if you tried anything offline

Master044

Well the area I live in doesnt exactly have a lot of stores that specialize in snowboard/ski equipment. They are mostly bigger chains like sports authority or dunhams. There is one local ski store I could try, just to see if they do have anything. Any other suggestions?

Meezi

Try sites like sierrasnowboard.com or backcountryoutlet.com I got a Oakley jacket/4sq pants/burton gloves for $160.

Master044

yeah, I have been checking those websites out as well. Havent seen a whole lot I like yet, but I'll keep checking. It would be easier if I wasnt planning on wearing the jacket daily. Then I could just get soem crazy looking one

Meezi

Also check out brociety.com, whiskeymilitia.com these are similar to steepandcheap.

If you want a all purpose jacket, you can't go wrong with a northface. You just have to make sure it's at least 10K waterproof. Or look into getting cheapo shells.

Tarzanman

The safest way is to scan a discount website or a website having a sale for snowboard specific gear with a 15k (or higher) waterproof rating. If you're primarily interested in keeping the snow out then you should make sure that:
-The pants have gaiters
-The jacket has wrist gaiters
-Both the shell and jacket have fully taped seams

When on sale, you should be able to pick up an entire shell (jacket and pants) for $50-$60 each.
As for gloves, get something waterproof with a liner. Cheapest I've seen are Dakine Scout gloves for $40-$45

Obviously, spring and summer are the best times to find gear, but make sure to check the sizing charts because snowboarding pants have ridiculous sizing. If you wear a medium in normal pants then you're a small in most snowboard pants.