Black Diamond

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Fix small tears: If you notice minor tears or holes in the gloves, you can repair them using a patch kit designed for ski gear. Follow the kit's instructions carefully to ensure a secure fix. Reviewers especially liked the longer cuff length and upgraded insulation. With 133 grams of Primaloft Gold and 200 grams of Primaloft Silver insulation in critical places, a durable and reinforced double-layer of premium goat leather, and waterproof yet breathable GORE-TEX inserts for stormproof protection, these are the powerhouse of the glove world.

What we liked: Liner and shell separate to make a versatile glove. The warmest non-heated glove we tested You can pair a liner with your mittens for additional warmth. A glove liner also allows you to pull the mitten off and use your fingers for tasks that require a fine touch, all without directly exposing your skin to the cold air and risking dropping your heat too low. If the material can’t be made from recycled products, there are fabric options that are Bluesign-certified, such as the Gordini Challenge Mitt. This certification verifies that the fabric has been tested to not be harmful to human health and the environment. Similar conscious certifications include Oeko-Tex- certified fabric and Fair Trade sewing.Spot cleaning: For minor dirt or stains, use a damp cloth or sponge to gently wipe the affected areas. Avoid abrasive materials that could damage the fabric or insulation.

Avoid choosing gloves that fit tightly anywhere on your hand. This can lead to restricted blood flow and colder hands. It can also reduce the glove's dexterity by reducing how much you can bend your fingers. If the fit is too big, the glove can feel sloppy. From there, you’ll want to consider whether you will be layering gloves underneath (leave some room), or wearing the gloves as a standalone piece (aim for fitted comfort). SizingA soft yet durable polyester is incorporated into the palm and offers a slight grip, so you can get a nice grasp on your poles or phone. This should ensure they last you many ski trips, without being destroyed. While the mittens are water-resistant to a point and should do well with a bit of water here and there, they aren’t the best for environments where the snow is incredibly wet. Also, it is important to remember that the palm isn’t water-proof, so be sure to add some sort of treatment to the leather a couple of times a year. Value and Extra Features Some liners are constructed with touchscreen capability, too, so you can send a text message or make a phone call without needing to remove the layer. Liners can also function on their own on warmer wintry days, so they’re never a bad investment. For such sports, domestic work, and mountaineering pursuits, you’ll want mitts made with durable materials, like goat leather, or mittens that are reinforced in high-friction zones. The all-leather Give’r Frontier Mittensare rated as extremely durable, as are the polyester and goat-leather Picture Organic Women’s Anna Mitts. Editor’s Note: We updated our winter mittens buyer’s guide on September 21, 2023, adding 14 sections and 5 FAQs and reworking several additional sections in the buyer’s guide to support buyer education. The Best Winter Mittens of 2023-2024