Which women’s snow pants are best? Snow pants are highly technical pieces of apparel. They’re designed more for practical outdoor use than they are for earning style points. For those who like to get out and about in the winter season, you’ll need a quality pair to keep you warm. They use waterproof exteriors along with insulated interiors to protect your legs from wet snow and cool temperatures. The best pair is the THE NORTH FACE Sally Pants . Their thick exterior protects you from the wind and snow and their DryVent ventilation system releases excess body heat. What to know before you buy women’s snow pants Types of snow pants There are three types of snow pants . The most common type resembles your everyday pair of pants. Aside from the technical materials, the main difference is that they have a looser fit than normal pants. Snow pants are ideal for maximum mobility when skiing or snowboarding. Some bibs resemble overalls. They have an upper body portion connected to the pants and use straps to go over the shoulders. This gives you more protection from the elements, but it slightly restricts your movement. Then there are one-piece snowsuits, which have a coat and pants in a single slip-on piece. Snow pants materials The best material used to make snow pants is polyester. It’s durable, water-resistant and inexpensive. Polyester is the material that makes up the bulk of a pair of snow pants. Many manufacturers will add nylon for even more long-term strength. There’s also elastic, which is used in ankle gaiters and some waistbands. Gore-Tex is another material used in many outdoor products like snow pants because it’s completely water-resistant. Snow pants sizing Snow pants are sized differently than normal pants. Instead of using numbers, they use small to large distinctions. This makes it easier because they’re sized more generally than your everyday pair of pants. Most brands go from XS to XXL, but some include more variations, such as large long and large short. This way, you can customize your fit based on your body type. Other brands will use inseam measurements if you know exactly how long you’d prefer the pants to be. What to look for in quality women’s snow pants Ankle protection Boot gaiters are sections of fabric that provide more security around the ankle. Walking through snow can cause your socks to get wet. This is not only uncomfortable but can also affect your body’s temperature. Gaiters use elastic to wrap tightly around your ankle while the exterior of your pants goes over your boots. Some pants have a reinforced seam and patches on the pant leg to prevent wear and tear around the ankle. This will also protect your ankles from bumps and bruises while on the slopes. Baggy pants Baggy snow pants are the best choice if you’re snowboarding or skiing. With more room between your legs and the exterior fabric, you can comfortably wear a pair of insulated tights underneath. Baggy pants also allow for more freedom of movement. With skiing, especially, you’ll need all the flexibility your legs can get. Loose-fitting pants will prevent seams from ripping too easily as well. Professional snowboarders and skiers who focus on tricks will exclusively wear baggy snow pants to give them more mobility. Ventilation While snow pants are designed to keep you warm, sometimes, the heat can cause sweat to build up around your legs. For this reason, some pants come with built-in ventilation systems. These specially designed vents are woven into the pants and release excess heat. The vent is usually on the rear waist area. This positioning makes it discreet to the naked eye. Also, your coat will cover it most of the time, which prevents any cold air from entering from the outside. How much you can expect to spend on women’s snow pants Women’s snow pants cost $30-$260. Women’s snow pants FAQ Are GORE-TEX pants windproof? A. GORE-TEX is known for its waterproofing, but the ultra-tight weaves and thick fabric make it windproof as well. Do snow pants have pockets? A. Most snow pants have two sets of pockets on either hip. They are usually sealed using zippers to keep your belongings protected. What are the best women’s snow pants to buy? Top women’s snow pants THE NORTH FACE Sally Pants What you need to know: These high-quality snow pants from North Face use thick materials to keep you dry. What you’ll love: The pants have a snug fit around the knees with a slight flare at the ankles. There’s a DryVent to prevent your legs from sweating and Heatseeker Eco insulation to protect you from the elements. There are zippered pockets, a belt loop around the waist and boot gaiters near the ankles. What you should consider: The waistband is not as adjustable as other pants. Top women’s snow pants for the money Arctix Insulated Cargo Snow Pants What you need to know: Arctix has the most customizable snow pants with a large selection of colors and sizes. What you’ll love: Key features include boot zippers, three pockets, an adjustable waistline and an O-ring for keys. There are 20 color options, such as Blue Night, Rose, Green Camo and Plum, alongside 45 size options. There are tall, long, short and inseam measurement size types. What you should consider: With all the sizing choices, finding the right one will be more difficult. Worth checking out Columbia Arctic Omni Heat Snow Pants What you need to know: The Omni Heat snow pants are highly insulated to offer the most warmth. What you’ll love: These pants use nylon for excellent durability on the outside. The interior has reflective Omni Heat technology that keeps the heat from leaving the pants. There’s an adjustable waist strap on the inside, zippered pockets at the hips and near the leg, plus a double snap closure at the waist. What you should consider: Some reviewers recommend buying a size up. Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change. Check out our Daily Deals for the best products at the best prices and sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter full of shopping inspo and sales. BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. BestReviews and its newspaper partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links.

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President Bola Tinubu-led federal government has fired back at Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno state Governor Zulum, while rejecting the Tax Reform Bill by the president, called on the federal government not to rush in passing the bill, citing the case of PIB that took 20 years However, Temitope Ajayi, one of Tinubu's spokesperson, described the governor's comment as a backward thinking, adding that Nigeria lost a lost of investments during the waithood CHECK OUT: Don't let unemployment hold you back. Start your digital marketing journey today. The presidency has described the comment of Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno state on the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) as a backward-thinking, while reacting to the latter's outburst on the controversial tax reform bill. Governor Zulim recently joined the northern elites who rejected the bill, adding that it will affect the north severally and make the people of the region poor. During his defence, the governor cited the case of the PIB that took the national assembly 20 years before it was passed and wondered why the federal government was in a hurry to pass the Tax Reform Bills. Read also Tax reform: Why governors wanted Tinubu’s bills withdrawn, Governor Sule explains Tinubu's aide tackles Governor Zulum However, President Bola Tinubu's senior special assistant on media and publicity, Temitope Ajayi, described the governor's comment as a backward thinking, noting that Nigeria lost lots of investment during the 20 years that it took the PIB to be passed into law. PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! Ajayi also debunked the idea that the Tax Reform Bills was being rushed to pass at the national assembly , adding that it took the presidential fiscal policy and tax reforms committee fourteen months to come up with the bill. According to him, members of the committee were eighty professionals, who were drawn from the 36 states of the country and the Federal Capital Territory. Ajayi's comment was accompanied with a scheduled of the committee's engagement plan with stakeholders. See the statement below: Highlights of tax reform bills Legit.ng earlier reported that President Bola Tinubu's administration has released 13 highlights of the Tax Reform Bills that were earlier sent to the national assembly. Read also Tax reform: List of northerners who rejected Tinubu’s bills According to the presidency, the existing tax system is complex and stifling growth, bringing low revenue results. According to Sunday Dare, the president's special adviser on public communication and orientation will help promote sustainable economic growth. PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU ➡️ find the “Recommended for you” block on the home page and enjoy! Source: Legit.ng

Week 12 was indeed a clunker of a game for Anthony Richardson . He completed just 39 percent of his passes for 172 yards, totaling just 12 Fantasy points. While he also added 10 carries for 61 yards on the ground, this game was a far cry from his Week 11 outing against the Jets , where he posted 29 Fantasy points. The very same opportunities for big plays were there to be had in Week 12, but for one reason or another, Richardson happened to miss them this week. During the Week 12 Fantasy football recap, Richardson checked in as one of Dave Richard's biggest losers. "He did not look like the same guy from a week before," Dave said. "Yeah, he took on the Lions , and that could be a huge part of it. In the second half, this is bad even for him: four of 14 passing for 55 yards. 57% of his throws were for 15 or more air yards. He really didn't have that big of an off-target rate in the second half, but really just did not play well. ... But all the goodwill that Anthony Richardson built up in a week, all went away in Week 12." Jamey Eisenberg went on to shoot Richardson some bail, citing Andrew Ogletree 's dropped touchdown and other missed opportunities. Adam Aizer also provided optimism regarding Richardson's play. "First of all I'm not really going to look at completion percentage for Anthony Richardson, it's almost never going to be good. He throws the ball down the field so much. If he had hit Alec Pierce in stride, he could've had a big play or maybe a touchdown. I actually was encouraged that there were plays to be made. Guys were wide open. Detroit had a bad day defensively and you didn't see it because they didn't take advantage of it, but he did enough as a rusher. He had over 30 yards on the opening drive, where I kind of felt like, I'm not going to be afraid to go back to him. ...He wasn't that far away from having actually a pretty huge game against the Lions, in my opinion." I happen to agree with Adam here. Yes, this is a boom-bust play, but he could have a brilliant game just when you need it the most. Down the stretch, the highest-rated pass defense he'll play is the No. 1 ranked Tennessee Titans in Week 16, closely followed by the Giants No. 7 ranked pass defense in Week 17. Other than those two matchups, the remaining three teams are near the bottom of the league, and I like his chances of building a connection with the likes of Michael Pittman . In Heath Cummings' Risers and Fallers article , he highlights Richardson's penchant for targeting Michael Pittman. Pittman currently has a 25.7 percent target share with Richardson at the helm, and that could go up even more if Josh Downs misses time with injury after being knocked out of this week's contest. He'll also begin building a rapport with Alec Pierce, who is the team's deep threat. He recorded just one catch for 39 yards against the Lions, but that connection is only going to get better with time. Due to Richardson's athleticism, few teams are going to play man coverage. They'll often elect to play a vision defense or zone in order to keep their eye on the quarterback, as man-to-man requires defensive backs to turn their back to the QB. If Pierce can consistently beat his man, that will bode well for more explosive plays down the stretch, and I'm betting he hits more of them as the season goes along. A major flaw in the Colts offense is that there are few built-in check-downs that allow Richardson to keep his passer rating and/or completion percentage on par with league averages. A player like Nyheim Hines could've been that player, but they traded him away to the Bills in 2022, and he's now on injured reserve with the Cleveland Browns . For Dynasty players, look for the Colts to draft a player like Cal running back Jaydn Ott to fill the role left behind by Hines. Until that time, Richardson will have to continue working on his timing with Pittman and Pierce, and much like Adam Aizer and Jamey Eisenberg, I wouldn't hesitate to start him in Week 13 and beyond. For more Fantasy insight, be sure to check out the entire Week 12 Fantasy Recap – or watch (and subscribe) on Youtube .

Helping to drown out the noiseSupport Independent Arts Journalism As an independent publication, we rely on readers like you to fund our journalism. If you value our coverage and want to support more of it, consider becoming a member today . Already a member? Sign in here. Support Hyperallergic’s independent arts journalism for as little as $8 per month. Become a Member “I grew up in a house full of paintings and books,” Jonathan Lethem writes in his introduction to Cellophane Bricks: A Life in Visual Culture (2024). “My father made the paintings and my mother handed me the books.” From that artistic-literary background, Lethem went on to become an acclaimed novelist, essayist, and short story writer — and, as the texts in this book demonstrate, an out-of-the-ordinary aficionado of art. The “Fictions of Art” section of the book, the first of five, features examples of Lethem writing parallel to, rather than directly about, an artist’s work. “I couldn’t do art writing, or perhaps I wanted to invent another version of what art writing would be,” he explains, “so, I wrote what I always wrote: scenes and situations and voices, characters and set pieces, sprung from my response to the art.” The resulting text is not ekphrastic writing, nor is it the kind of straightforward fiction of the kind Ann Patchett, Louise Erdrich, Richard Russo, and company penned in response to Linden Frederick’s dark paintings of Maine . Lethem’s piece on Fred Tomaselli, for example, takes the form of a letter to a friend describing a visit to the artist’s studio in Brooklyn. In the course of relating their interactions, he does offer some critical reading. “His work is celebratory,” Lethem states, “and I find it explosively happy even when the drugs or some of the other imagery takes on a somewhat ominous overtone.” But the rest of the piece is more entertaining than incisive, an account of their day in Williamsburg that includes lunch at Peter Luger’s. Lethem’s texts are often wonderfully absurdist, echoing his fiction, such as his surreal detective story, Gun, With Occasional Music (1994). In an homage to Perry Hoberman , a new media artist who often incorporates machines in his installations, he offers a series of droll vignettes. Here’s one: “You call Missing Persons, and get your own answering machine. You wait to leave a message, but the beep never comes. The beep never comes. The beep never comes. Beep.” This amusing bit of farce aligns with Hoberman’s focus on people and technology. Get the latest art news, reviews and opinions from Hyperallergic. 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Lethem admits up front to suffering some artist envy. “I’m sure I’m not the first writer,” he muses, “to yearn for the seemingly more grounded and absolute situation of the painter or sculptor, who dwells in what looks to be an enviable realm of craft, routine, and expertise.” As a once-upon-a-time painter himself, in identifying with visual artists, Lethem is “searching for a lost self,” as he puts it. With this collection of sundry tributes to painters, sculptors, and the like, he is well on his way to finding it. Cellophane Bricks: A Life in Visual Culture (2024) by Jonathan Lethem, published by ZE Books , is available for purchase online and in bookstores. We hope you enjoyed this article! Before you keep reading, please consider supporting Hyperallergic ’s journalism during a time when independent, critical reporting is increasingly scarce. Unlike many in the art world, we are not beholden to large corporations or billionaires. 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Who is FBI Director Christopher Wray?The Lakers find themselves in a familiar position under Rob Pelinka - hovering around .500 with clear roster needs as the trade deadline approaches. At 11-7, Los Angeles have some intriguing options available that could improve their championship hopes. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images 1. Jonas Valanciunas The most discussed target on the Lakers' rumor mill continues to be Jonas Valanciunas, who becomes trade-eligible on December 15th. The Wizards center is averaging 11.8 points and 7.6 rebounds on a team-friendly $30.3 million deal. Acquiring Valanciunas could provide a powerful interior presence that LA desperately needs in order to ease the pressure on Anthony Davis. 2. Zach LaVine and Torrey Craig Another potential blockbuster trade would send D'Angelo Russell, Gabe Vincent, and Rui Hachimura to Chicago for Zach LaVine and Torrey Craig. LaVine's explosive scoring (20.4 PPG) and athleticism would give the Lakers a legitimate third star, though it would significantly deplete their depth. 3. Nikola Vucevic Several commentars have suggested that the Bulls could also be a partner in a deal centered around Nikola Vucevic, who's putting up impressive numbers (20.4 points, 9.9 rebounds), making a manageable $20 million annually. In this scenerio, the Lakers would send D'Angelo Russell and draft capital to the Bulls in order to get the deal done. 4. Nic Claxton Another interesting option for the Lakers is the Nets' Nic Claxton. Claxton is averaging 8.5 points, 7.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks. His $97 million contract over four years is hefty, but his two-way impact could justify the investment, providing the Lakers with much needed defensive support. 5. Robert Williams III A cheaper (relatively speaking) option for the Lakers is Portland's Robert Williams III. Williams is currently making $12.4 million, the ex-Celtic offers championship experience coupled with phenomenal rim protection (1.9 blocks per game). His reasonable salary makes him an attractive target because he'll require minimal outgoing salary. 6. Jakob Poeltl The Raptors have shown interest in Hachimura previously, potentially opening the door for a Jakob Poeltl deal. Toronto's asking price remains high, but Poeltl would give LA their best defensive center of the LeBron era. 7. Cameron Johnson and Dorian Finney-Smith Rumor has it that the Lakers have considered an ambitious swing trade that would package Russell, Hood-Schifino and draft picks to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Cameron Johnson and Dorian Finney-Smith. The move would dramatically improve LA's wing depth and perimeter defense. 8. Marcus Smart The most intriguing wild card? Marcus Smart, whose $20.2 million salary matches Russell's expiring deal. The Grizzlies' asking price of two first-rounders is steep, but Smart's defensive intensity and leadership could be transformative. Although history suggests that Pelinka's wait until closer to the trade deadline to make any significant moves, the Lakers might not have that luxury this season. Their defensive struggles and lack of depth at the center position demand more immediate action. Whether it's addressing their big man depth with Valanciunas or Williams, adding wing defense with Smart or the Brooklyn duo, or swinging big for LaVine, the next few weeks could define the Lakers' championship aspirations. With LeBron showing no signs of slowing down and Anthony Davis playing at an elite level, the pressure is on for the front office to maximize what could be one of their final chances at a title with this core. Related: Lakers Trade Rumors: Marcus Smart Available for D'Angelo Russell's Expiring Contract

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