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.
1399841
Once they warm my hands up, I can take them off and my hands may remain warm depending on what I'm doing or where I am. They are thin and I have used them in the summer - my hands get cold mostly due to activity rather than due to air temperature. These gloves are much better for summer than the thick knit ones I used to use.
219045
For me they are hot. Not hot enough to burn my mouth or hot enough that I need to let it cool, but certainly hotter than luke-warm. Maybe someone can provide an actual temperature?
412504
you will have to ask the seller. they do keep your hands warm . throttle thumb still gets cold
2026286
You shouldn't have a problem with this outfit. They work best if they are directly of your skin. The only thing I found was having larger clothes to fix over them. They are warm.
15162
Best to say they are a second skin. We have had 26 degree temps, but I haven't been out for more than 30 min. They don't make you warm & fuzzy, you would need heavier thermals. I find I can wear them even to work, helping get to & from the car & not overheating me while indoors. Hope that answers the question.
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.
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.
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.
448661
I bought mine four years ago from Amazon and am using them right now (0 degree temp outside!!!). I think they may put out a little less heat than they once did (though I'm not sure about that), but they're definitely still usable. Seven hours on, they're keeping my hands very cozy.
319481
Hi Janet, I purchased these for my grandma; she said they are the warmest socks she's ever worn. FYI they're really, really thick so might not fit when you wear normal shoes. Might be best for home with slippers etc.
725751
Absolutely, these are very light but still keep your legs very warm in cold temperatures...I wore them as a base layer in 20-60 degree weather.
201893
No, they are not. They are fairly lightweight actually. If you are looking for a cool, lightweight fit- I recommend.
1514242
Yes, in my opinion, you should be concerned. *My* thighs are large (not even overly so - 5'8", 160pd) and they don't stay up at all. They still keep my legs warm (from just above the knee to the foot), but they don't stay up (for me). I wear them under sweats.
386219
I wear these below freezing without too much trouble. They're cold for the first mile, but fine for the rest of the ride. I'm surprised anyone can stand to wear them in the 60's as I find them unbearably hot above 50 or so. This just goes to show how differently people perceive warmth.
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.
761328
I have not found these to be warm. I think some insulated boots would serve you better.