Really, really warm gloves/mittens

[Ginevra]

Can anyone recommend a brand or store? My hands get very cold and I want to be appropriately prepared for my trip. 

[mmasc]

After trying on dozens of pairs (Columbia, North Face, etc) at outdoor stores, I ended up ordering these and have been very happy with them. We moved to a much colder climate and had to up our game with winter gear. It has to be seriously cold for me to wear these, as my hands will actually sweat if it’s not very cold. Wind chills in the negatives are no problem whatsoever for these mittens. 

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008VS5KZ8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

[SKL]

Sorry, where are you going??

IME when it's super cold, it works better to have a thin glove under a loose bigger glove / mitten.  (Layering.)

[Guest]

10 minutes ago, SKL said:

Sorry, where are you going??

IME when it's super cold, it works better to have a thin glove under a loose bigger glove / mitten.  (Layering.)

The Bavarian Alps. 

This is what I was thinking. I have a pair of thin “running gloves” that I use almost all the time because my dexterity is not hampered. But if I’m going to be outdoors and it is below freezing, those alone won’t be adequate. But I was thinking they could go under a mitten. 

[Guest]

10 minutes ago, WendyAndMilo said:

Do you have any farm/tractor supply stores around you?  I've found the best outdoor wear are made for farmers..

I do! Two different farm stores where I buy chicken feed. 

[Carol in Cal.]

All things being equal, mittens are warmer than gloves because the fingers warm each other up a bit in them.

So you might actually be warmer with just the warm mittens than with the gloves under them.  It’s a funny thing.

 

[GoodGrief]

1 hour ago, Quill said:

The Bavarian Alps. 

This is what I was thinking. I have a pair of thin “running gloves” that I use almost all the time because my dexterity is not hampered. But if I’m going to be outdoors and it is below freezing, those alone won’t be adequate. But I was thinking they could go under a mitten. 

FWIW, my experience (living in Alaska) is that my fingers freeze faster if they are separated from each other in a glove, even if it is layered under a mitten.

Do make sure that whatever you get is plenty large so you have air circulation for warmth.

I wear these homemade mittens that are created from an old wool sweater that is felted  with polar fleece lining inside, Unfortunately, that won't help you.

Edited January 17, 2020 by GoodGrief

[fairfarmhand]

Do they have to be cute or pretty? Tractor supply has great ones. Mine are dark purple. But they’re not really cute.

[SKL]

I agree that mittens are warmer, but sometimes you need fingers to do things, so then you may end up alternating between toasty warm and freezing.  The thin glove can help with that.  But don't wait until your fingers are already cold to put them on.

[Guest]

33 minutes ago, fairfarmhand said:

Do they have to be cute or pretty? Tractor supply has great ones. Mine are dark purple. But they’re not really cute.

No; I dont care what they look like as long as my fingers are warm. 🙂

[fairfarmhand]

18 minutes ago, Quill said:

No; I dont care what they look like as long as my fingers are warm. 🙂

C e Schmidt with Thinsulate. I get the youth large size.

[fairfarmhand]

And they’re about $10

[wintermom]

If you don't have a local store to try on warm mitts and ensure the fit is good, then wait until you get to the Alps. There will be loads of places to buy them there. And then you have a wonderful item to use while you're there, and bring back and use to keep the memories alive. And you get to shop!

In addition, you won't know exactly what the weather will be until you get there. Hands too warm and sweating, and carrying around over-bulky mittens, will be annoying. 

In winter climates, you can have extreme temperature change in the span of a day. 

ETA: Don't forget sun glasses and goggles (if you will be skiing or snowboarding). The glare of the sun off snow and snow particles flying into the eyes can be very painful.

 

Have a wonderful trip! When will you be there?

Edited January 17, 2020 by wintermom

[Guest]

57 minutes ago, wintermom said:

If you don't have a local store to try on warm mitts and ensure the fit is good, then wait until you get to the Alps. There will be loads of places to buy them there. And then you have a wonderful item to use while you're there, and bring back and use to keep the memories alive. And you get to shop!

In addition, you won't know exactly what the weather will be until you get there. Hands too warm and sweating, and carrying around over-bulky mittens, will be annoying. 

In winter climates, you can have extreme temperature change in the span of a day. 

ETA: Don't forget sun glasses and goggles (if you will be skiing or snowboarding). The glare of the sun off snow and snow particles flying into the eyes can be very painful.

 

Have a wonderful trip! When will you be there?

I’m flying out before Valentine’s Day, will be in Paris for a few days, and then head directly to Munich. 🙂 

That’s a good idea, buying mittens there. I was considering doing that with a scarf. 

[Pen]

Even if you’re going to buy a pair there (sounds like a fun idea), take some pair along.  

I like convertible mitten/gloves.     Also touchscreen ones.

perhaps hand warmers would also be useful  — like Hothands or other similar, assuming they aren’t plane restricted