gloves?

[nightshaded]

Right now, i usually use a pair of therma-tek liner gloves and nothing else...this keeps me comfortable in ohio winters, but i'm wondering if I should get something more for my through-hike...any opinions on women's gloves?

[FanaticFringer]

If they keep you comfy in Ohio winters, they should do fine on the AT.

[Footslogger]

I used a pair of polypro liners and carried a pair of light weight waterproof mitts. For the most part the liner gloves were enough but when it was cold and raining/windy the mitts really came in handy.

'Slogger

[nightshaded]

That was my feeling, but I wanted to double check with you expert-types ;) thanks!

[Jim Adams]

I use poly pro liner gloves and carry a pair of surgical rubber gloves in XL size to go over them. The surgical gloves are only used over the poly pro in extreme cold or if I will be handling wet items at low temps. It is amazing how warm they will be.

Bad news--ultraviolet rays will destroy them within a few days so I would store them in a ziploc and never take them out of your pack unless needed.

Good news--they are ultralight and you can usually replace them free anytime at a doctors, dentist, hospital or ambulance.

geek

[Gaiter]

mittens are warmer, since your fingers are together, but they're not as functional, convertiable gloves are great, here is an example, http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=24731556&memberId=12500226&storeId=226&catalogId=40000000226&langId=-1
found a good fleece pair for $10 at target last year.

[nightshaded]

I used a pair of polypro liners and carried a pair of light weight waterproof mitts. For the most part the liner gloves were enough but when it was cold and raining/windy the mitts really came in handy.

'Slogger



ooh...I like that idea....my main concern was waterproofing, but I don't like ultra-bulky gloves....thanks!

[Footslogger]

ooh...I like that idea....my main concern was waterproofing, but I don't like ultra-bulky gloves....thanks!

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See if you can find a pair of the OR Rain Mitts. OR stopped making them but they pop up from time to time on eBay. Some other companies have started to make them out of silnylon and other breathable materials. What I like about the old OR ones is that they are a thin rip stop Goretex material with gathered wrists. Very durable, toally waterproof and fit pretty tightly to the hand. I am able to use trekking poles with them on.

'Slogger

[nightshaded]

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See if you can find a pair of the OR Rain Mitts. OR stopped making them but they pop up from time to time on eBay.
'Slogger

i shall probably end up taking jim's advice and simply using surgical gloves, actually.

[Tinker]

Before you pack up and head out on the AT, or anyplace else, get whatever clothing (gloves included) soaking wet and go for a nice long walk on a sub-freezing day. If it doesn't work in town, it surely will not work on the trail. You can significantly increase the warmth of your gloves by wearing surgical gloves underneath them on very cold days, as a vapor barrier. Of course, if the insulation gets soaking wet from the outside, it will lose much of its value. Try using the surgical gloves both inside and outside. The vinyl gloves are probably more durable than the latex - or you could try dishwashing gloves on the outside. As with other clothing, more layers give you more options.
Me, personally? I use waterproof ski gloves. Just don't let water run down your arms into them.

[Mags]

I like using surplus wool liner gloves and silnylon mitt combos for 3 season backpacking.

Very verstile and worked in all kinds of conditions.

[Cedar Tree]

I like using surplus wool liner gloves and silnylon mitt combos for 3 season backpacking.

Very verstile and worked in all kinds of conditions.

This is what I use too.
CT

[Skidsteer]

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See if you can find a pair of the OR Rain Mitts. OR stopped making them but they pop up from time to time on eBay. Some other companies have started to make them out of silnylon and other breathable materials. What I like about the old OR ones is that they are a thin rip stop Goretex material with gathered wrists. Very durable, toally waterproof and fit pretty tightly to the hand. I am able to use trekking poles with them on.

'Slogger


I like using surplus wool liner gloves and silnylon mitt combos for 3 season backpacking.

Very verstile and worked in all kinds of conditions.


This is what I use too.
CT

I like wool gloves as well.

Incidentally, Mtn. Crossings carries a set of mitts made from the four ply Frogg Togg material now. A joint venture between them, ULA, and Etowah Outfitter's.

I snagged a pair recently and can't wait to try them. Just over $20.00

[bigboots]

If they keep you comfy in Ohio winters, they should do fine on the AT.

Are you implying something about Ohio winters???