• SIZES: XS, S, M, L, XL
• WATERPROOFING: 2-Layer Gore-Tex
• BREATHABILITY: 2-Layer Gore-Tex
• PRICE: £309 / €349

The baffling trend for low-spec, fashion-forward bib pants appears to be on the wane, but if you plan on venturing further afield then they remain a terrific option. Backed by Gore-Tex, the Quiksilver Altrostratus snowboard bib pants will meet the needs of even the most serious freerider.

Like most of their kind, the Quiksilver Altostratus bib pants are of a shell-like design that focuses on repelling wind and rain, rather than keeping you warm. Layer up with some good thermals if you’re planning a peak-winter trip, but otherwise you can probably get by with just these.

“Backed by Gore-Tex, the Quiksilver Altrostratus snowboard bib pants will meet the needs of even the most serious freerider”

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The fit is baggy enough to provide full freedom of movement without stepping into ‘90s gangsta territory, and the shoulder straps work together with a waist adjustment system to let you fine-tune exactly how they sit.

All good bib pants make the most of the chest section, and the Altostratus is no exception. There’s a specific pocket for your transceiver, allowing for easy access in a search-and-rescue situation, as well as a smaller zip pocket for other essentials.