Arcteryx Andessa Women's Insulated Pant

Cold resort mornings call for more than a shell, and the Arc'teryx Andessa Women's Insulated Pant answers with waterproof protection and a light layer of built-in warmth. It seals out wind and snow, breathes on the move, and adds just enough insulation to take the edge off frigid lift rides. The result is a do-it-all winter pant that keeps you comfortable from first chair through the cold hours.

Why we like it:

The vents are the clever part; mesh-backed thigh zips let you dump heat the moment you start working without letting snow sneak in. It is insulated, but it never feels like a one-temperature pant.

Features and Functions:

The Andessa pairs a three-layer GORE-TEX shell with a light, air-permeable layer of Coreloft Compact 80 synthetic insulation that traps warmth even when damp. Zippered thigh vents lined with PowderGuard mesh handle quick temperature swings, two secure thigh pockets carry essentials, and a precise waist design minimizes cold gaps through long, cold days.

Fit and Sizing:

A regular fit leaves room for a baselayer bottom and articulates for skiing, without the bulk of a heavy insulated pant. True to size, with a precise waist that minimizes cold gaps.

Bottom Line:

For skiers who run cold or ski in deep winter, the Andessa is best at resort and frontside days where a shell alone is not enough. A warm, weatherproof pant that still vents when the sun comes out.