Why do some reviews say they are great for warmth and others say they aren't warm at all. Is it the fit?
1492955
I wish I could tell you. Mine are not super tight & it's been super cold where I am & I have found them to be good. Granted--on one case I did add hand warmers but it was 4-degrees & windy.
1492956
my guess is people who said they're warm don't actually use them in the cold. I used mine to shovel my sidewalk when it was 10* and my fingers were numb in less than 30 minutes. I'd say these "winter" gloves would be great for anything over 40*. (Not winter weather btw)
1492957
it all depends what you consider 'warm' ... living in the midwest and dealing with horses etc. etc. ... they hold up well down to about 10 degrees and no wind ... beyond that ... even with a silk liner glove and working ... NO ...
1492958
Their strongest selling point is not their warmth but their waterproofing. I work in the TV/Film business and it's true that on a below freezing day when I'm handling aluminum pipe they get cold pretty quickly, but when it's snowing/raining they can keep my hands dry for hours. So if cold is the only problem then these aren't the gloves for you but if you have to work in the wet, they are great and really do still give a decent grip even on wet slippery surfaces.
924982
The palm is thick, the top is neoprene. We use them to water ski, so we don't deal with cold all that much. We use them for blisters. I would think they would help with cold, tho. We use wetsuits when the water is cold, and you still feel the cold of the water, it's just that the wetsuit holds the water on your skin and your body heat warms warms it and keeps you warmer. I would think these would do the same. At least you know they are for the water and they dry quickly.
201893
No, they are not. They are fairly lightweight actually. If you are looking for a cool, lightweight fit- I recommend.
273635
I disagree with the previous answer: they are not very warm... they are somewhat warm. They dexterity is there but the intense grip of the rubber would make diminutive tasks difficult. I will be adding thin cotton glove liners to mine this year to provide a boost to insulation. Since I ride a bike with them, I don't have to worry about the added loss in dexterity. Theses gloves are not effective below 30F degrees.
1419098
If you are asking if they are hot for those of us who might suffer with night sweats or an occassional personal summer, then no they are average to light in weight but they don't add to the heat within. I am usually able cover up in them when I'm over the flash of heat.
14594
No! Absolutely not! These gloves are listed as warm, but are in fact only stylish. The only help is the small zipper compartment that they suggest using for cash, a key or a heat pack
396462
I think they would be too thick for that. Look for something thinner. They are also kind of stiff and would be uncomfortable for that kind of use. They are good, I wanted a heavier pair to wear when it is colder. I forgot that once I get going the cold does not matter.
1631625
I suppose they help to the extent that any extra layer adds warmth. But I would not say they add anything special. I would go for silk glove liners as the best option for hands (get them from an equestrian store/online seller).
1216290
I am not sure if I am the one to answer that question -I live in Phoenix AZ - I know that they are very secure & you can wear them in several position ( mine came with instructions) I have worn mine in as cold as 35 degrees and have been very satisfied but it is not lined with extra material, you can however bunch it up for extra thickness around the areas you want to keep warm
571610
Hello, These socks are WARM, and thought I love them for fall and winter, my feet do get rather toasty in them. I'm thinking these may not be the socks for you; the dense weave, which makes them super strong, does trap heat. Again, good for winter wear, but if your feet need more breathability in socks, then I don't think I'd go with Darn Toughs.
1326655
NO! They are way too thin for that. They will help, and will keep the wind off, but anything cooler than 65 and you will be cold. You CAN use them as a layer. It takes a little work, but under my 3/2 they work fine.
1538337
Yes, that's what I use them on and they are excellent. Very warm (I rarely use my heaters) and waterproof.
621089
No, they are good to wear over a base layer that is thin yet Insulating. Jeans would be too bulky and too much for the waist unless you go up a size.
1909855
I don't wear wool socks, so I can't say whether they are warmer or not. But I can say that they are extremely warm even in freezing weather. I wore them with my fur-lined snow boots and was very happy with them. I hpe this helps.
121592
I understand your concern in regards to getting hot, but I believe you should be fine with these. I ran a half marathon in these and never got over-heated.
292616
I find them warm enough down to about 35 degrees or so and calm (no wind)... After that, or with wind chill, you really need to use them as liners under a mitten or other insulated glove.
11573
I do not run as I have bad knees, but these have kept me warm in cold, windy conditions. You need to evaluate your personal winter warmth requirements. Running itself will generate body heat, and you probably don't want to get too warm. They are lightweight, but just a little bulky. They work well for my needs.