Smartwool

Active Fleece Wind Mitten

I don't understand any of the reviews that complain about these mittens being too cold. I've done many 10+ mile runs in freezing weather in them, including one in zero degree weather. They keep my hands very warm, and the mitten being a convertible flap is great to pull back and tuck away when they start becoming TOO warm. A plus side to the mitten flap is that you can tuck a Hot Hands into them for weather below 15 degrees for extra warmth, or you can tuck your thumb into the flap to warm that up because mitten thumbs are lonely creatures who always seem to get chilly. I not only HAVE recommended these mittens to friends, I've been on the look out for a good price on an additional pair. They're 100% worth the full price, but I'm unfortunately broke.

I use these for my daily bike commute when it's below 50F, for cold weather runs, and for downhill skiing on warm-ish days (above about 25F). (I could imagine them being perfect for cross-country skiing too, but I prioritized downhill this year.). They hit the sweet spot for temperature for me, keeping my hands warm without overheating and getting sweaty. They are comfortable, super flexible, and the windshield mitten is really handy (pun intended) for quick temperature regulation, and it's nice you can opt to keep your index finger out of the mitten in order to use the touch screen sensitive finger tip. I wish they were more durable, they pilled up and are getting ragged after just one season of use.

The name is deceiving. These are GLOVES with a windproof mitten overlay that can be tucked away in the back of the glove. The thumb and forefinger are NOT touchscreen compatible. I've tried mine on androids and iPhones and they don't work on either phone. The elastic band that is around the cuff is too tight. It's extremely difficult to put the gloves on over the base of the thumb. I had to pull so hard the elastic band eventually tore away from the glove (see photo). Once the gloves are on they are comfortable and warm and the mitten overlay is convenient to have when it's windy or cooler temperatures. These gloves worked for me down to about 32F.

I LOVE these mittens! I love the slight stretch that the mitten cover has when you're pulling them over the gloves. I love that the mitten cover can easily be pushed back when not in use. I can use my phone with ease if needed, the gloves with so good with touchscreens. I am OBESSED! I've only had them for a month, but I wear them multiple times a week for runs and walking the dogs. I have no complaints! I hope in the future there are more color options!

Use these for trail running in the winter. They aren't warm enough for the really cold days but most days they're great. Love that I can use my phone with them. Only downside is they seem to get wet fast.