 Poster: A snowHead
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Hey guys,
I'm going snowboarding in Andorra soon and I need to get some ski/boarding trousers. I'm a big guy (need a minimum of 48" waist). Can you recommend any good uk stores/sites?
Lastly sunglasses or goggles?
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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TK Maxx.
Goggles.
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mrroasty, you will really have a difficult time finding ski trousers with a 48" waist I have some from Columbia that I could just squeeze into when I went up to 48" but they're a lot more comfortable now I'm down to a 40" waist, for some strange reason skiwear manufacturers seem to think that anyone who does snowsports is going to be fit and slim, best bet for you is probably to try somewhere like Snow and Rock or another stockist with a big range as in generall the larger the range of skiwear stocked the easier it should be to find something at the top end (size wise) of teh manufacturers range.
Note that even if you can get into some ski/board trousers check how the fasten at the waist and if it's a popper add a hook and eye to prevent unfortunate incidents on the slopes, poppers do not hold very well under load.
Sunglasses are for sun, Goggles for bad light/snow get a pair of each and make sure the goggles have a yellow/orange or possibly red tint to the lens as this gives better contrast in poor lighting, with sunglasses get fairly large lenses to stop light bouncing up under the lenses into your eyes.
Lastly get some high value sun cream (minimum of Factor 30) and use it, High altitude + Sun + Snow = Bad sunburn
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mrroasty, Try TK Maxx first, they often have the sizes nobody else wants, e.g., XS and XXL! Failing that I'm with D G Orf, Columbia seem to have the best big-boy/girl range, so find a stockist and order in. Another great thing about Columbia is that they're relatively cheap compared to other brand names.
Snowboard trousers seem to be a little more generously cut (this is because they are designed to be worn hanging off your back bottom  ) and allow for a belt so that hopefully your dignity can remain at least a little intact.
Good luck shopping!
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Not sure what the men's range is like in Decathlon but the women's range goes up to XXL and the sizes are quite generous. I'm normally a 14 (the larger side of average) and I can get just about get into a medium at Decathlon...
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queen bodecia, Decathlon ladies go up to a 52 I noticed the other week, so that's a 24 (?), so yes, that's a great idea as they probably do larger menswear too.
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Or you could try and order something like this ?
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/380,1312Y_Columbia-Sportswear-Nail-Gun-Pants-Waterproof-For-Men.html
I have ordered from sierra trading before and its very fast delivery 2-3 days you will have to pay import and VAT but I am always getting sent 20% off emails from Sierra so could probably give you a voucher code if that helps ?
mrroasty, If there is a columbia factory outlet near you that could be even better I work with a guy who is huge not sure what size but over 40" and he is about 6ft 4 and he just got a few pairs for £10 (they are white though !)
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mrroasty, if you have length as well as girth problems http://www.walktall.co.uk sell a limited range of Columbia gear in the larger sizes, extra long version.
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mrroasty, Welcome to snowHeads 
Like it's been said TK Maxx is a good starting point. Most UK importers will stop at Mens XL which is a 38"-40" waist. For larger sizes, they are made, but tend to be for the US market only. Good luck.
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Guys thanks for all the quick help I really appreciate it. I ordered from Outdoormegastore who had a great range! I'm now looking forward to my camo clothing arriving soon!
I go on the 18th so will post pics when I get back 
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