Can they handle extended exposure to cold water? Such as complementing a drysuit for riverboarding in the winter?
360511
I would say yes. These gloves are lined, and do an excellent job of keeping water out. I've tried other manufacturers, but none have been effective as Glacier Glove. Even after a good day of fishing in rough surf conditions, my hands are kept dry by these gloves. Water could leak in through the cuff if you completely submerged them, but otherwise these gloves do an excellent job of keeping water out.
360512
Yes. Waterproof and have an inner liner that keeps your hands very warm even though its wet out
387399
I live in panamá, so I don`t know about cold. but with the water splashing they are perfect. I do recomen them.
444932
They should work just fine, they are water proof as advertised. They are also made for tough work, the fingers have leather protecting from ware n tear and outer is a stretch material for easy movement. They are suppose to keep hands warm unfortunately like all gloves fingers will get cold!!
309114
I've put my whole gloved hand in water while Ice Fishing and had no problems with being cold. I've shoveled snow with these in below freezing temperatures and my hands got sweaty
117688
I've used polypro in the Marines, but for skiing they're pretty thick, unless you find some that are thin. And I believe you'll want something thin to wick away moisture and excess heat while skiing. Matter of fact, 2 years after active duty, (1999) I did some training with a reserve unit and we went cross country skiing - believe it or not. It was so cold, but the only thing they let us wear was our skivvy tops and bottoms under our gortex...because the skiing was going to heat us up and it did (this was in Grayling, MI and it goes down to the teens; add wind and you're at ~10. now in 2004 and 2005, I went snowboarding with my friends, and I had no thermals on that I could remember. Both trips were freezing cold in Petosky MI. I just had snowboarding pants, wool/blend boarding socks, and regular skivvies. And I was fine, never overheated, b/c the pants had venting zippers - or whatever. Oh yeah, the sun was a big help too. If you're going to ski as incessantly as possible, and you're going to wear snow pants (I assume are insulated), I'd wear something thin underneath. If you're going to only wear gortex in ~10F weather, then polypro might be the ticket. Another thing too. One thing our corpsman told us about polypro, is that you can overheat in them. One thing I've heard about wool from reliable sources, you won't overheat. Polypro is breathable, but will hold heat and won't let go - hence overheating. Wool on the hand is thinner and more breathable, so it can let go of unwanted heat from all the skiing you want to do; and still keep you warm. Hope this helps. So my best guess at ~10F = snow pants + thin wool.
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.
2068834
It will all depend on how sedentary you are. I wear these when I drift fish for steelhead in a boat for 10 hour+ days. The temps are usually 35F and below. I also wear a polartec beanie, balaclava, 3 other mid-layers, 3 pairs of smartwool socks and Baffin boots. If you will be actively moving about, this is not for you.
366107
They are made of thick rubber, so yes. They will definitely keep your feet dry. But there is no lining in them. You'll need to add a liner or thick socks. I'd guess that if you won't be outside for very long that that would make a decent snow boot if you add liners and/or thick socks. If you are going to be outside for a longer period of time or live in extremely cold climates, then this is probably not the best choice for you.
818744
Not a "dry suit". You will get soaked. It just prevents rockrash and maybe keeps your core temp a little higher in cold water
852712
Good question. I only have used them out side of the water. They fit very snuggly. If I was home now I would test it for you but I am at work. Sorry I could not be of further assistance.
1239883
I have only used them in snow, but I believe they are watertight. The rubbery outer covering seems to completely cover the glove.
356637
Not at all. They are rather tight. It really is like a thicker second skin. My little one has no trouble at all. She actually loves the suit because it keeps her warm when we kayak cold mountain waters.
477883
I think they call them "water resistant", but unless you are going scuba diving with these they will be what you need. Trudged through several miles of deep snow post holing all the way and the layers under the gaiter were still dry.
1363664
I would say no as they are a tight fit to ski boots where snow board boots are much wider. However I am sure dry guy have other solutions for inside the boot no matter ski or snow board.
272992
I bought these for my son,he is allergic to wool so thought I'd try these.I do'nt know about being in cold water for along time.But he swear's their fantastic walking around in the snow his feet stay nice and toasty.Hope this helps..
1538337
Yes, that's what I use them on and they are excellent. Very warm (I rarely use my heaters) and waterproof.
2083627
They might, but there are better choices. My experience with neoprene foot- and hand-wear is that they shouldn't be used when water-proofed leather or fabrics would do to keep you warm. Save the neoprene for submersion or nearly constantly wet conditions (and when it is not subject to much abrasion).