Cold weather gauntlet gloves - what works?

[Eville Rich]

I've been collecting more motorcycle gloves than I ever expected. I've got my favorites for warm and cool weather, but have struggled to find gloves for cold weather that do the job and fit reasonably well.

I've got a set of Warm and Safe wired heated gloves that I've struggled to like - the wires are awkward and it's difficult to get them over my jacket cuffs (Klim Badlands Pro). They actually cause pain in my throttle hand. I've also got a pair of Cortech gloves that do pretty well, to a point, but don't have adequate insulation on the top of my hands/fingers for the coldest weather. I've got heated grips.

I'd consider battery powered heated gloves to get rid of wires, but the cuff issue is a major ergonomic challenge.

I'm looking for recommendations on gloves that can handle 32F (0C) and colder. Any perspectives on possible recommendations from the brain trust?

Thanks,
Eville Rich
2016 S10

 

[fac191]

I tried the most expensive winter gloves from Rukka. No warmer than anything else. Muffs are the only thing that works for me.

 

[thughes317]

My favorite: https://www.aerostich.com/clothing/gloves/aerostich-gloves/elkskin-deerskin-gloves/merino-wool-insulated-elkskin-gauntlet-gloves-natural.html

They're insulated with wool internally on the topside of your hands/fingers......

 

[RCinNC]

Honestly, the Hippo Hands are the best bet. Keeping the wind off your hands in the first place goes a long way to keeping your hands warm in the winter. I'm not a huge fan of them because they make my hands feel somehow confined, but my buddy uses them on his 1250 GS and he loves them.

My compromise has been a pair of snowmobile gloves in the winter. I don't recall the brand, but they're the long gauntlet style. They aren't armored, but they're warm enough for me, and I ride into the 30's.

 

[Sierra1]

I'm gonna echo RC. They're not pretty, but they cover the entire hand. Not only do they keep the wind off, but also any rain/snow/etc. They allow the use of lighter gloves which allows better manipulation. And as long as they're use with grip heaters, they work great.

 

[Cycledude]

Been riding all winter and seldom use insulated gloves unless it’s quite a ways below freezing.
I do have insulated gauntlet gloves without any armor for when it’s really cold .
Have you ever triedAerostich triple digit covers ? They make a huge difference in helping to prevent wind from penetrating gloves.

 

[OldRider]

Put a pair of rubber surgical gloves on first.

 

[Eville Rich]

Put a pair of rubber surgical gloves on first.

Kinky. That's a good idea, but I'm not about moisture. I have neoprene gloves for maintenance stuff and may give that a try.

 

[Sierra1]

Put a pair of rubber surgical gloves on first.

I tried that a time or two, but they don't breathe, and my hands got sweaty, then cold.

 

[Sierra1]

. . . . I have neoprene gloves for maintenance stuff and may give that a try.

Neoprene breathes too good. From my days of being on the deck of submarine in a wetsuit, in the winter, with the wind whistling through, I learned that you have to have a layer to stop the wind.

 

[Eville Rich]

Neoprene breathes too good. From my days of being on the deck of submarine in a wetsuit, in the winter, with the wind whistling through, I learned that you have to have a layer to stop the wind.

Sorry, I meant nitrile gloves. I have neoprene gloves for kayaking, and yes, the air moves through them.

 

[Sierra1]

That makes more sense. I remember my neoprene gloves weren't very good tactile wise with small stuff.

 

[magic]

I have a glove collection too. Heated grips with Hippo Hands might be the ideal setup. I have a pair of older Harley Davidson leather winter gloves with large gauntlets that work pretty well. I put a heat pack on the back of each hand and can tolerate 30 degree temps for about an hour or so. The gauntlet fits over my Aerostich Darien jacket sleeves. If I were really serious about winter riding, I would be looking at electric gloves.

 

[Cycledude]

I had a pair of electric gloves for about 2 days didn’t like messing with the wires so I returned the gloves for a refund. 180 mile ride to the dealer in January to buy the gloves then ride home 180 miles so by the time I was done it was a 720 mile January ride

 

[havighurst]

I have a pair of Klim Hardanger gloves (battery) and they do a nice job of keeping the top of my hands warm. I also have heated grips so the combination works well together.

 

[Longdog Cymru]

I tried the most expensive winter gloves from Rukka. No warmer than anything else. Muffs are the only thing that works for me.

I think Hippo Hands are one of the best things for keeping your fingers and hands warm.

Hippo Hands: motorcycle hand covers for warm dry hands in any weather

Hippo Hands are the original motorcycle hand cover. They keep hands warm and dry while riding in inclement weather by shedding wind, rain, sleet and snow. Ride with warm hands on cold days. Extend your riding season!

www.hippohands.com

 

[Eville Rich]

I think Hippo Hands are one of the best things for keeping your fingers and hands warm.

Hippo Hands: motorcycle hand covers for warm dry hands in any weather

Hippo Hands are the original motorcycle hand cover. They keep hands warm and dry while riding in inclement weather by shedding wind, rain, sleet and snow. Ride with warm hands on cold days. Extend your riding season!

www.hippohands.com

I have the bicycle equivalent for Hippo Hands and that works quite well. I've been a little uneasy with the added wind/turbulence and potentially fussy on/off, but some reviews suggest my concerns may be overstated. I may give them a try.

 

[TenereGUY]

After reading this thread I would be in the Hippo Hand with heated grips camp. I do have a pair of heated leather gloves with goretex from California Heat. They are very supple and comfortable. I only use them for longer rides (25 miles or more) as it is a slight bother connecting them up. By the time I am using them I usually will have on a T-shirt, sweater, California Heat heated jacket liner and then an Aerostich RoadCrafter suit. The gauntlets fit snuggly over the sleeves.
You're in Wisconsin somewhere so we could meet up sometime and you could try my gloves on if you'd like to see them. I live just south of Rockford Illinois.
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[Eville Rich]

After reading this thread I would be in the Hippo Hand with heated grips camp. I do have a pair of heated leather gloves with goretex from California Heat. They are very supple and comfortable. I only use them for longer rides (25 miles or more) as it is a slight bother connecting them up. By the time I am using them I usually will have on a T-shirt, sweater, California Heat heated jacket liner and then an Aerostich RoadCrafter suit. The gauntlets fit snuggly over the sleeves.
You're in Wisconsin somewhere so we could meet up sometime and you could try my gloves on if you'd like to see them. I live just south of Rockford Illinois.
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Might take you up on that. I'm just a little north of Janesville. Not too far away.

 

[TenereGUY]

Might take you up on that. I'm just a little north of Janesville. Not too far away.

If I didn't have a commitment this evening I would run up there. I bought this Tenere from a coworker who lives on the west side of Janesville. On I90 it takes 45 minutes to Janesville back roads maybe 52 minutes.

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