Cold weather gloves

[ashlani]

Any opinions/suggestions on cold weather gloves? The weather here is getting cooler and liners just aren't helping.

[BlueLghtning]

Have you thought about heated grips at least, maybe even heated gloves? My hands are the one thing I just can't stand to get cold and heated gloves are just so nice. Even heated grips in combination with Hippo Hands (http://www.hippohands.com/) really help and even allow you to wear thinner summer gloves, while still keeping your hands warm.

Now I just started heated gloves last year, but my favorite winter riding gloves have to be the Tour Master Elite (http://www.newenough.com/street/gloves/insulated_and_or_waterproof/tour_master/winter_elite_motorcycle_gloves.html) gloves. To me they aren't too bulky, but keep your hands pretty warm. They even have a rain cover that can be pulled out of the cuff for an extra layer. I've had mine for at least 5 years and used them a lot and they are still holding up well.

http://cdn.newenough.com/image/path/6003/small/Default.jpg

[ridingAK]

At Follow's recommendation I got the Gerbings heated glove liners earlier this year, and I love them. They aren't bulky and make all the difference in the world for me. Haven't had them in rain yet, but they cut through the cold in a great way!

[Follow]

End of the summer deals while they last..

http://www.heatedclothingoutlet.com/index.shtml

what also works great for a cheap fix is putting dishwashing gloves on over your gloves..keeps the moisture out and gloves dry.

[Gitana]

I hate having cold hands, so I always use heated gloves in the winter. I use the First Gear ones and have been happy with them. However, they are by no means waterproof. I have rubber overgloves for when it's really pouring.

[Luna Tique]

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Now I just started heated gloves last year, but my favorite winter riding gloves have to be the Tour Master Elite (http://www.newenough.com/street/gloves/insulated_and_or_waterproof/tour_master/winter_elite_motorcycle_gloves.html) gloves. To me they aren't too bulky, but keep your hands pretty warm. They even have a rain cover that can be pulled out of the cuff for an extra layer. I've had mine for at least 5 years and used them a lot and they are still holding up well.

http://cdn.newenough.com/image/path/6003/small/Default.jpg

I have these gloves also.:chin: I did a review on them last spring I will see if I can find it.

[Follow]

I don't know those gloves look way to bulky for me, I don't think I would be able to reach (bend and unbend fingers) the clutch or brake.:chin:

[BlueLghtning]

I don't know those gloves look way to bulky for me, I don't think I would be able to reach (bend and unbend fingers) the clutch or brake.:chin:

Maybe mine are just well broken in, but I find them very "flexible" in the fingers. I guess there is bulk, but compared to some other winter gloves, they are way easier to wear and ride the bike.

My heated gloves are way bulkier then these gloves, plus my heated gloves are really 1 size too big, so I need to downsize.

My favorite really is the heated grips inside the hippo hands. I can wear thin comfortable summer gloves and still keep my hands plenty warm.

[Gitana]

I just discovered they make Hippo Hands for Harleys. I'm buying some now that winter is right around the corner.

[KansasKawboy]

Like BL I like heated grips, Hippo Hands and summer gloves.
Keeping the wind off your hands makes all the difference in the world.

[theWolfTamer]

I made heated glove liners last winter. Best thing I ever did!! As a matter of fact, I was just regretting going with the controller choice I made and about to start shopping for a smaller replacement.

I think the heated gloves are the best choice, even if you buy them like normal people do. I like my liners because I can wear them under a thin pair of leather gloves and still have flexibility.

[Astir]

OK the Wolf Tamer, you have to tell us how to make heated glove liners. I am extremely curious.

Pretty please?

[theWolfTamer]

Would it be mean to just point you to the blog (http://thewolftamer71.blogspot.com/2009/12/making-heated-gloves.html), or do you want a full write up here? :D:

[kawichick]

Do a full write up on here! :D:

[theWolfTamer]

otay! Gotta finish my trip report first though.

[bluekat]

I finally decided to go heated this year. I got a jacket, and heated grips (not on the bike yet). Hand guards are on order, and I' m looking at hippo hands too. I thought about gloves, but decided I'd rather do grips and some kind of wind protection. I wasn't sure I wanted gloves dangling from the coat sleeves, or if they were waterproof...I ride a lot in the rain.

[Cyclone67]

I bought a brand new set of winter gloves last year, then got orders to Hawaii. Go figure!

I was thinking of selling them, but then I'd probably get orders to Fairbanks....

[Luna Tique]

I bought a brand new set of winter gloves last year, then got orders to Hawaii. Go figure!

I was thinking of selling them, but then I'd probably get orders to Fairbanks....

:lol:

[kari-star]

I got the rev'it unix H2O gloves last year, and I like them a lot. they're not great in super cold temps but they have really good control-feel and are really excellent at 40 deg. for at least 1 hour at a time.

one thing I've found, though, is that insulated gloves are stiffer and without as much give than regular gloves - it's because, of course, they are so insulated! but you really have to get the right fit and you can't count on wearing them in too much to work out correctly.

[tempest]

I have discovered that gloves made with deerskin keep my hands warmer than regular cow leather. The pores are smaller on deer apparently, and so the leather, while supple and thin, does not allow the air to flow in as easily. My deerskin gloves (black) were purchased at a building supply place and were inexpensive, like less than $15. They won't keep out the wet, and won't keep out the super cold weather, but they make a good in-between glove for the cool spring and fall weather.

[KellyVA]

Wow, how I wish I would have read this before I went to the show yesterday!! I was going to buy heated gloves but when I tried them on the Large was too big and the Medium fit but felt a little on the tight side. I've got a pair of winter gloves that felt good when I tried them on and now feel too tight so I didn't want to do that again for $180. Then I ran into a club member and she said a guy at the last meeting had hippo hands and they worked great plus were waterproof. I didn't find anyone selling them at the show but have decided to go that way first. Of those of you who have them, do you like them? Is it easy to ride with them and do they get in the way of anything?

[Follow]

I have discovered that gloves made with deerskin keep my hands warmer than regular cow leather. The pores are smaller on deer apparently, and so the leather, while supple and thin, does not allow the air to flow in as easily. My deerskin gloves (black) were purchased at a building supply place and were inexpensive, like less than $15. They won't keep out the wet, and won't keep out the super cold weather, but they make a good in-between glove for the cool spring and fall weather.
My hubby swears by them and elk gloves, he gets them at the army navy surplus store for about $15 as well, some have wool lining too which he uses for cold (not extreme cold) weather too.

[KansasKawboy]

Wow, how I wish I would have read this before I went to the show yesterday!! I was going to buy heated gloves but when I tried them on the Large was too big and the Medium fit but felt a little on the tight side. I've got a pair of winter gloves that felt good when I tried them on and now feel too tight so I didn't want to do that again for $180. Then I ran into a club member and she said a guy at the last meeting had hippo hands and they worked great plus were waterproof. I didn't find anyone selling them at the show but have decided to go that way first. Of those of you who have them, do you like them? Is it easy to ride with them and do they get in the way of anything?
I have the Hippo Hands and really like them. You have to be able to run all your controls like turn signals and such without looking at them, but you should be able to any way. They do blow back against the clutch and brake lever if you don't have a dual sport with hand guards. They sell a support that takes care of that problem. They are easy to put on and take off and I ride with summer gloves and heated grips. Here is a picture of my arm in one.

http://kansaskawboy.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Ride/006/439968235_igiqE-M.jpg

And a view of them on the bike.

http://kansaskawboy.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Ride/005/439968382_RTS8d-M.jpg

They are flexable enough that they work with the tank bag.

[BlueLghtning]

Wow, how I wish I would have read this before I went to the show yesterday!! I was going to buy heated gloves but when I tried them on the Large was too big and the Medium fit but felt a little on the tight side. I've got a pair of winter gloves that felt good when I tried them on and now feel too tight so I didn't want to do that again for $180. Then I ran into a club member and she said a guy at the last meeting had hippo hands and they worked great plus were waterproof. I didn't find anyone selling them at the show but have decided to go that way first. Of those of you who have them, do you like them? Is it easy to ride with them and do they get in the way of anything?

I have several pairs of the actual HippoHands (http://hippohands.com/). They are built pretty stiff and keep their shape well. I would be a bit hesitant with floppy ATV style ones. Find the ones that fit your bike the best.

They are a little strange at first, but you get used to them pretty quickly. I have found that bikes with mirrors right there on the bars tend to help keep them in place better, but the other ones made for bikes without mirrors work just fine too.

The only thing I can strongly suggest is that you have some sort of support to keep them from pressing against your levers. Like KK said, dual sports with mounts there work very well, but if you don't have hand guards, then just a simple metal bracket will work or they sell something.

[KellyVA]

Thanks all for the feedback, I will order some Hippo Hands for my C and go from there.

[She Rides]

We have had pretty good luck with Firstgear Explorer Gloves (http://www.she-rides.com/Ladies+FirstGear+Explorer+Winter+Gloves-p-FG0013.html). They are windproof and waterproof but aren't as bulky as many winter gloves. I can't stand cold hands but I don't like bulky gloves.

Just a thought.