On the one hand, it’s the season for skiing, so I love it dearly. On the other hand, I live in a perpetual state of cold hands. I have pretty poor circulation, and as a result, my fingers and toes turn icy rather quickly.
That’s why the gloves and mittens I wear need to be extra warm. I’ve found that while gloves are easier to grip ski poles with, I’ll trade a bit of dexterity for the extra warmth that mittens provide. If you also suffer from cold hands, then look no further.
We partnered with SKI testers and editors to round up seven of the gloves and mittens they have found to be warmest. From heated options to gloves under $100, this is the ultimate list for keeping your fingers toasty even on the coldest of days. Outdoor Research Sureshot Heated Soft-Shell Gloves Sizes: XS–XL (unisex) Shell: Leather and nylon Insulation: Recycled featherless 3M Thinsulate, Polartec Power Grid fleece Pros and Cons + Handy cuff pull loop + Durable goat leather and nylon shell + Fleecy lining – Some break-in required Testers found Mainers Mitts to be some of the warmest non-heated mittens.
The waterproof Gore-Tex liner keeps hands dry and wicks away moisture, while the recycled “featherless” 3M Thinsulate insulation adds plenty of warmth—without the bulk. While the mittens did require several wears to break in, SKI testers noted that the lack of bulk helped the mittens’ dexterity. Even testers who prefer gloves were impressed by the mitt’s flexibility.
The parent company of Mainers, Tempshield, makes PPE for laboratories involved with cryogenics and has scientists working in temperatures below −200°F, so you can rest assured knowing Mainers knows how to keep your hands warm. Sizes: 7–11 (unisex) Shell: Leather Insulation: PrimaLoft Gold Pros and Cons + Soft and durable full leather shell + Padded fingers and back of hand + Velcro cuff easily tucks under jacket – Water-resistant, not waterproof This LEKI glove is crafted with one of the warmest synthetic materials, PrimaLoft Gold (100 percent polyester). Testers loved how grippy the glove is and gave high marks for nimbleness.
Testers also noted the gloves work with smartphone screens. A neoprene backing and leather shell will protect hands from high wind chill, but it’s important to note the gloves are not 100 percent waterproof. Instead, they’re water resistant, so it’s best to leave them at home on wet spring days.
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