Very good cold weather gloves- opinions?

[frapcap]

Hi Guys!

Looking for some advice on gloves. I know its a super subjective subject, but after my nice Scotts gave up the ghost last season (after having them for 3), its time for a replacement.

My extremities get cold very easily. Layering is a bible that I live by, and I'm in good physical shape, so there isn't much improvement in terms of blood circulation. The rest of my body, aside from fingers and toes, are usually just fine.

My previous glove was a Scott with a removable liner. They were very good until they started to tear between the thumb and first finger and then started to lose their water proof-ness and would get wet easily when skiing in the trees, digging for the buried beers & sandwiches, etc.

The best reviewed gloves I could find aren't produced/widely available anymore, and after 2 months of research and open internet tabs, I'm still at ground zero. I like these, but am not sold on them. http://www.backcountry.com/black-di...AWbLRx74gL8rMwxoCL_3w_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#review

Anyway, I'm not a huge fan of mittens (I like the dexterity for digging around for a pack for sandwiches, etc), but would be okay with a finger mitten. The glove will have to be very warm, windproof (ish), and water proof since we ski Wildcat more often than anywhere else. Price isn't a huge issue, but I don't want to spend more than $200. Hestras and Black Diamond seem alright, but the reviews don't have me feeling warm and fuzzy.

What suggestions have you guys got?

 

[Whitey]

I've skied some crazy cold days. And even on those cold days I used gloves that I bought at Building 19 couple of years ago. Cheap and crappy gloves - but my hands stay warm. The reason - glove liners. Love theses things. They are like long underwear for your hands. I put those on and I don't have a problem with hands getting cold. Added bonus in that if you have to take the outer glove off while you are outside you can leave the liner on and it gives you a little bit of protection.

Here's a link to a shop/on-line catalog that sells them: http://www.gemplers.com/product/36607/Ansell-Glove-Liners-100-Polypropylene

Give 'em a try - I think you'll be surprised how well they work.

 

[marcski]

I have and really like the BD Guide gloves. I have found them to be very warm and durable. However, on the coldest of days, I still go with Mittens.

 

[Smellytele]

I have and really like the BD Guide gloves. I have found them to be very warm and durable. However, on the coldest of days, I still go with Mittens.

This is me as well.

 

[bigbog]

Grabbed the BD Guides in October. Applied the combined Nikwax...especially over seams...y/n? Hope they're better than the old Marmot Ultimates I've had = kept dry and they were good, love the glove but the BD Guide seems to have more insulation(= more of a SL glove)..as well as being tighter sewn....fwiw.

 

[Harvey]

I'm not a huge fan of mittens

Sorry I got no advice.

 

[Quietman]

Check out this thread http://forums.alpinezone.com/showthread.php/137225-Gloves I have them, but it hasn't been cold yet for testing. They "feel" warm, and the reviews from others are good, and the price is right!

 

[deadheadskier]

I can't jump over the $100 threshold for gloves, never mind $200. That just seems like a ridiculous amount of money for so little fabric.

My "expensive" gloves are a set of Levels I got a few years back for $90. I'd give them a B+

The following winter I grabbed a set of $35 Grandoe gloves at a TJ Maxx sale as back up. Ended up being the warmest gloves I've ever owned. With a set of Serius Glove liners, my fingers have never gotten cold since. Been rocking that combination for the past few years.

 

[Smellytele]

All my gloves were under 75. I actually bought a pair of x-large women's mitts one year because they were they same as the mens as 50 clams less. Still have them and they are the warmest things I ever owned.

 

[Puck it]

Hestra are worth the money.

 

[crank]

Mittens on really cold days. My cheap Kincos work great. Super cold and I throw in a hand warmer.

 

[The Sneak]

Honestly I have five seasons on a pair of Hestra leather short cuff gloves...and they are not all that great when it's really cold.

I wear some Dakine gloves with liners on below zero days.


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[drjeff]

Hestra are worth the money.

+1!

I love my Hestra "lobster claw" mits! Warmest hand wear I've ever had, especially as I'm getting older and i'm starting to notice my fingers don't stay as warm as they used to

 

[JDMRoma]

Hestra are worth the money.

+2 !! Heli gloves ! Love them ! Super warm never have cold hands !


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[nycskier]

This is what you want:
http://www.amazon.com/Kinco-Pigskin...449339890&sr=8-4&keywords=kinco+winter+gloves
Kinco Pigskin Leather cold weather workman gloves. They are $15, are insanely warm and will not rip. I used to go through a pair of gloves every ski season since carrying my skis would always tear up my gloves. I've had the same pair for 7 years! The Kinco gloves are practically indestructible. There is a reason every liftie wears them. Dont waste your money. Try the Kinco gloves. They are awesome.

 

[mister moose]

Free the Powder has a Heli like glove for only $60. Best deal in a leather well made glove. Mittens still rule for bitter cold, and 2 part gloves are the fastest drying after wet soaking.

www.freethepowder.com

 

[Robbski]

Free the Powder has a Heli like glove for only $60. Best deal in a leather well made glove. Mittens still rule for bitter cold, and 2 part gloves are the fastest drying after wet soaking.

www.freethepowder.com

+1. Bought some gauntlets for $40 can't see any defects. Kinco work gloves are pretty fine too but if you want real toasty sub zero gloves check out the free the powder product.

 

[steamboat1]

Grandoe down mittens. Only wear cheap gloves in the spring when it doesn't matter.

 

[HowieT2]

This is what you want:
http://www.amazon.com/Kinco-Pigskin...449339890&sr=8-4&keywords=kinco+winter+gloves
Kinco Pigskin Leather cold weather workman gloves. They are $15, are insanely warm and will not rip. I used to go through a pair of gloves every ski season since carrying my skis would always tear up my gloves. I've had the same pair for 7 years! The Kinco gloves are practically indestructible. There is a reason every liftie wears them. Dont waste your money. Try the Kinco gloves. They are awesome.

agreed. I have a pair of hestras, and they're great, but expensive. The kincos are warmer, more durable and cheap.

 

[Smellytele]

This is what you want:
http://www.amazon.com/Kinco-Pigskin...449339890&sr=8-4&keywords=kinco+winter+gloves
Kinco Pigskin Leather cold weather workman gloves. They are $15, are insanely warm and will not rip. I used to go through a pair of gloves every ski season since carrying my skis would always tear up my gloves. I've had the same pair for 7 years! The Kinco gloves are practically indestructible. There is a reason every liftie wears them. Dont waste your money. Try the Kinco gloves. They are awesome.

Great to work in but Don't like the idea of not having something to cinch it down around the wrist. Cold air and snow could get in on those.