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Another detail to consider when shopping for sustainable, healthier options is to choose mittens that are treated with PFC-free water repellency, removing the harmful toxins that traditional water repellent treatments carry. Three-finger gloves are a hybrid between a mitten and a glove; (photo/Jason Hummel) Durability The sustainability of a product is a key factor that many consumers appreciate these days when buying gear: And with finite natural resources, the planet also stands to benefit. Fortunately, more outdoor industry companies are pushing the needle regarding eco-friendly materials and sustainable manufacturing practices. As we researched, we narrowed our criteria to meet seven main themes: overall, budget, extreme weather, powder days, heated, upgrade, and winter mountaineering.

These gloves have PrimaLoft insulation in both the liner and the shell (340 grams, and 170 grams, respectively) to insulate against harsh conditions. You can also cinch them to fit onto your hand more easily, and the inner liner uses velcro to secure around your wrist more easily. And because it’s made by GORE, it offers superior wind protection, loads of warmth, solid durability, and enough water resistance to stand up to snowmelt (once you’re inside) or light freezing drizzle. Waterproofing: To maintain the water-resistant properties of leather, use a waterproofing spray or wax designed for leather gloves. Ensure the gloves are clean and dry before applying the waterproofing treatment. See our section above on Waterproofing gloves for step-by-step instructions.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. More than three decades ago, Senior Snow Sports Editor Morgan Tilton learned to ski in sync when she learned to hike as a toddler in Telluride, Colorado, and still calls Southwest Colorado home. Today, she lives in one of the coldest locations in the country, Gunnison Valley, where it’s not uncommon to drop into negative digits plus windchill. If it’s frigid out, she reaches for mittens when she’s heading up the ski lifts at Crested Butte Mountain Resort or taking laps on the Crested Butte Nordic trails. Any customer information held on our computers complies with the rules and laws contained within the Data Protection Act 2018. Touchscreen compatible liner glove, nose wipe, removable leash, glove clip, carabiner loop, cinchable gauntlet Powder Magazine told the tale of a ski professional noticing Kinco Leather Gloves at the beginning of his ski coaching career, only to notice that all of the old-timers (aka, the best skiers on the hill) were all wearing them.

High-quality materials are always at the top of our lists, and we were looking for the best. We preferred a Gore-Tex glove or a leather glove because they have a durable outer shell that can last many seasons.The outer is made from biosourced and recycled polyester, which is coupled with a waterproof, breathable membrane to help keep hands dry no matter how much snow is falling. We found that the Picture Organic Women’s Anna Mitts were grippy enough with their goat leather palm but are not touchscreen compatible. Scroll right to view all of the columns: Price, Shell/Material, Cuff Type, Insulation, Warmth. Mitten The leather palm provides plenty of grip, and the three-panel thumb construction allows for even better dexterity to grab gear. We like the longer cuff for its all-around sturdy construction, which kept snow from sneaking in. Drying: To dry your gloves, avoid using a tumble dryer or direct heat sources like radiators or heaters. Instead, gently squeeze out excess water and then let them air dry at room temperature. Ensure the gloves are dried completely before storing them. Caring for leather ski gloves A 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.