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Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants

Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants

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$112.50at Backcountry.comChecked 12 h ago

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $112.50 at Backcountry.com (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants

The Powder Maven is Mountain Hardwear's women's all-mountain ski and snowboard pant, built on a 2-layer waterproof polyester shell with fully taped seams and 600D CORDURA kick patches at the cuffs. It stands out for a low-profile waist, a RECCO reflector for rescue scanning, and two soft-brushed zippered hand pockets. It suits resort skiers and riders who want a clean, uninsulated shell they can layer under, and it competes with shells like the Patagonia Snowdrifter and Arc'teryx Sentinel in the same waterproof-shell class. Owners like the cut and the tough cuffs; some find the shell thin for deep cold and wish it had more pockets or thigh vents.

Best forResort skiers and snowboarders who layer under a shellWomen wanting a low-profile waist and a trim fitRiders on wet, heavy snow who need a proven waterproof shellSkiers who want reinforced cuffs that survive boot edges
Pros
  • 2-layer waterproof polyester shell with taped seams
  • 600D CORDURA kick patches resist ski and boot abrasion
  • RECCO reflector aids rescue scanning
  • Low-profile waist sits clean under a jacket
  • Soft-brushed zippered hand pockets
  • Available in short, regular and long inseams
Cons
  • Uninsulated shell needs a base and mid layer in cold weather
  • Only two pockets, no thigh cargo pocket
  • Limited venting compared with pants that have full side zips
  • Trim low-rise fit does not suit everyone

Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants prices at every store

  • Steep & CheapNew

    In stock

    $112.50Checked 12 h ago
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  • Backcountry.comNew

    In stock

    $112.50Checked 12 h ago
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  • Sun & Ski SportsNew

    In stock

    $174.83Checked 12 h ago
    Visit Sun & Ski Sports

Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants price history

Lowest price we've seen: $112.50 on Nov 10 at Backcountry.com. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners describe the Powder Maven as a solid, well-cut shell that keeps them dry on wet resort days, with the CORDURA cuffs holding up to boot edges. Criticism centers on warmth in cold snaps, the small pocket count and the low-rise fit.

What people mention
  • WaterproofingPraisedOwners say the shell keeps them dry through wet snow and slush.
  • Cuff durabilityPraisedThe 600D CORDURA kick patches hold up to ski edges and boot buckles.
  • WarmthCriticisedReviewers say it is thin for very cold days and needs serious layering.
  • PocketsCriticisedOwners want more storage than the two hand pockets.
  • FitMixedThe trim low-rise cut suits some riders but gaps on others when bending.
  • VentingCriticisedLimited venting makes spring days warmer than riders would like.

Specifications

Inseam
Short, Long, Regular
Material
Polyester (100%), 2-layer waterproof shell
Alpha Size
M, L, S, XL
Durability
Waterproof, Reinforced (600D CORDURA® kick patches)
Fit
Low-profile (waist)
Protection Type
Weather protection
Season
All-weather

Questions and answers

Is the Powder Maven insulated?
No. It is a 2-layer waterproof shell with no insulation, so you wear a base layer and mid layer under it for cold days.
What does the RECCO reflector do?
It is a passive reflector that resort rescue teams can detect with their RECCO detectors in an avalanche burial. It is not a substitute for a transceiver, probe and shovel.
How does the fit run?
It has a trim, low-profile waist and comes in short, regular and long inseams. Riders between sizes or wanting room for layers often size up.
Does it work for snowboarding as well as skiing?
Yes. The reinforced cuffs and articulated shell suit both, and the low waist sits clean under a snowboard jacket.
Are the seams taped?
Yes. The 2-layer shell has taped seams, which is what keeps it waterproof at the stitching.
What is in the box?
One pair of pants. No suspenders, belt or liner is included.
Where is the Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants cheapest?
At Backcountry.com, for $112.50, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Steep & Cheap, Backcountry.com, Sun & Ski Sports.

Stores we've priced the Mountain Hardwear Women's Powder Maven Pants at

  • Backcountry.com deals and prices
  • Steep & Cheap deals and prices
  • Sun & Ski Sports deals and prices

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Closure Type
Zipper (fly), Snap (front closure)
Gender
Female, Women's
Age Group
Adult
Department
Women's
Use
Skiing/Snowboarding
Occasion
Outdoor
Skill Level
Pro
Typical Users
Women's
Apparel Type
Pants
Pattern
Plainweave
Style
All-mountain, All-weather
Embellishment
RECCO® reflector
Number Of Pockets
Two (zippered soft-brushed hand pockets)