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What should I wear under my snow pants while I am snowboarding?

I am headed for Mammoth, Ca and I have 2 pairs of snow pants, one pair is a medium, which is kinda big on me and I think they will be warmer, so what should I wear under them? Jeans? I have long underwaer type pants, would I be warmer with the long johns on rather than the jeans?? I want to have a good time and be warm, what do you suggest?

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1. I always wear long underwear type pants, they're all comfy and warm. I don't thing jeans would be very comfortable so my recommendation is the long johns.
2. long johns then like sweat pants on top of them if you want. dont wear jeans because when they get wet they become very uncomfortable. even with the snowpants on, the jeans will still get a little wet
3. sweat pants
4. the weather should determine what you'd wear under your snow pants. if it's cold, you'll need more warmth. if it's 'spring like' (like it is this week) you could get away with some thermals if your snow pants are warm enough. if you're new to boarding, you'll prolly spend a lot of time on your ash (if you know what i mean). therefor more warmth and padding. ;) the key with all winter sports is layering. when I ski (like today) i had a pair of sweatpants under my ski pants. i had a t-shirt, thermal and jacket. after a few runs i shedded the thermal. take a backpack or get a locker and layer down or layer up depending on conditions. remember that conditions can change on the mountain as the clock rolls around. it better to take xtra stuff with you to allow you as much time on your board as possible. have fun!
5. long underwear/thermal pants some people like to wear underarmor like pants or shirts too
6. Don't wear jeans for sure. Jeans are made of cotton which soaks up moisture to the point of saturation. If you fall and get snow in your snow pants, the moisture will stick around, making you cold and miserable. I recommend long underwear, or perhaps Underarmor. Thick synthetic or wool long underwear is comfortable and wicks moisture off skin rather than absorbing it.