Winter gloves

I purchased the gloves from

www.treasures4u.co.za/

Not sure how they're waterproof but not windproof. They're definitely waterproof - but I can feel the slightest breeze. My wife and I both have the same type of gloves and our hands were freezing! I don't really like wearing bulky gloves and so I'd prefer something that allows greater dexterity - just looking for some feedback from anyone who already owns a pair of the fA gloves.

Hi there.

Sorry for the late reply. I have a pair first ascent shoft shell gloves. I have used then up on the burg a few times and it works very well. In the snow last year Aug i never needed my shell gloves, even when the wind was blowing. But that said, i dont suffer from cold hands where my wife used then and a thin liner and she also sometimes used her shell gloves.

More on the gloves. I would recomend them. They fit nice and tight. You can do almost everything with them on. They are water resistant not waterproof. after some time playing in the snow they do let water in, but even then my hands were still comfy. they are very well made. I have used them belaying on cold mornings and they are still in good shape. You can also do a bit of scrambling with them if the fit is nice and tight.

Hope that helps.

I see quite a few good options here so I thought I would add another 2 cents to give context to a choice on gloves.

Physiology does play a big role as some of us are naturally warmer with better circulation. The other key factor is the conditions you are going to encounter. It's easier to simplify needs into: temperature, wind resistance and waterproof requirements. Then you can look at uses like climbing, using a camera or other relevant gear.Most people use thinner, inner glove for fiddly activities but these may be wrecked by ropes and climbing business.

One size does not fit all! ie. a winter glove is overkill for summer and a breathable windproof glove is great for dry conditions and very active use but won't hack it for prolonged rainy and cold conditions.

I own quite a few gloves after 20 year of mountain activity but I end up with the same suspects time after time for Berg conditions. I always take 2 pairs to allow for layering at different temperature

- A simple and very thin inner from wool or polypro does 80% of the duty
- A pair of Black Diamond Neve gloves come out in very harsh/ snow conditions (a waterproof breathable shell with a fleece inner)

In much colder conditions below -10 or even -20 don't play around. I've been cold in the Himalaya wearing BD Guide gloves rated to -29. For extreme cold, mitts beat gloves hands down. Most fabrics used are rated for their waterproof or windproof capabilities so it varies but should be easy to confirm with bit of web research. I don't rely on sales people as they usually don't have enough knowledge on products/ use.

One comment I would have about choosing a shell glove is that need to get specific about what you are getting. If the manufacturer doesn't state it's waterproof or windroof it probably isn't. You won't get more than you pay for so don't hold back or you will be back to buy better kit soon. On that subject, you can go cheap but gardening gloves don't breath so overheating is a bit of an issue.Your body loses heat 30 times faster when wet, so sweating too much in the cold is a big no-no.

A last option that many people seem to favour is to use one "general" purpose glove such as the soft shell one mentioned below. They are quite windproof and breath well but will get wet in heavy conditions so you still may need a shell.

Now I've definitely said enough... hope it helps though

Enjoy the mountains!

Totaly agree. In 95% of Berg conditions a soft shell glove would work but it is for that 5% that i always have a shell glove with me. Like als stated there is no do it all glove.

@ASL long weekend in Aug for a winter hike?