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Old 11-14-04 | 01:54 AM
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you're right, the REI one isn't waterproof. Thanks. Maybe I just need to get some waterproof goves. Will my fingers be warm enough I wonder?
absolutely. the prob with anything waterproof (waterprpof almost always means windproof too, btw), is that it might run too hot. the ski gloves do wick, though, and are breathable, somehow..like goretex.

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Old 11-14-04 | 12:05 PM
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sheesh, what a science.. want warm and waterproof, but nothing so closed you end up a sweaty mess. I thought I had a decent pair of downhill ski goves laying around to try... can't find them anywhere.

Probably not worth it to spent $50 or so on those Pearl Izumi Amfibs, even though they sure sound cool.
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Old 11-14-04 | 12:49 PM
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I have been using the Lake Cyclings MX Firepalm ($40) for the past two weeks and my hands have been so warm! I love them! There is also a pocket to put hand warmers into....
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Old 11-14-04 | 01:32 PM
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I want a pair of gloves that my hands don't sweat it...wishful thinking? LoL.
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Old 11-14-04 | 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by PWRDbyTRD
I want a pair of gloves that my hands don't sweat it...wishful thinking? LoL.
Try the cheapest plain fleece glove at Old Navy ... or something similar. They let a decent amount of air through, stretch well, and keep my hands warm enough until it is REALLY cold. No windbloc, no nylon, no water protection ... cuz then they breathe!

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Old 11-14-04 | 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by shaq-d
absolutely. the prob with anything waterproof (waterprpof almost always means windproof too, btw), is that it might run too hot. the ski gloves do wick, though, and are breathable, somehow..like goretex.

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My gloves are similar to these although they are made of thinsulate. I have worn these down in the single digits. I wear a cheap pair of light fleece gloves from Target underneath. Hands getting hot? Flip back the top and i let them air out.

Fingers getting chilled? Flip the top back over them and they warm right back up. I have learned that nothing is more breathable than air. Want a breathable jacket? Unzip it. Want breathable gloves? Flip these back and expose your fingers to air. Air is very breathable.




Mine doesn't have the thumb cap and really don't see why you need them. Whatever....
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Old 11-14-04 | 04:51 PM
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yeah, but those don't work when you get wet...when I don't get wet I've started wearing these....
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Old 11-14-04 | 05:00 PM
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I haven't found anything waterproof that I don't sweat in. I like that flip top idea to air out.
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Old 11-14-04 | 05:09 PM
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I found a decent pair of the flip type here:

https://www.orgear.com/home/style/hom...k_gloves/70345


I plan to find something lightweight for underneath. I liked the waterproof idea. I feel as though the flip type should let me "cool off" if I need too.
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Old 11-15-04 | 03:30 AM
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looks good dmill.. they're not waterproof, but they'll do the trick well enough. if it snows or rains, tho, u might wish they were waterproof.

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just to give a reference for my gloves, they're the kombi waterguards:

https://www.kombisports.com/kombi_cnd...uard/index.htm

they also have "waterproof" (which is basically waterguard but less breathability) and "goretex", which is reputed to be the best.

https://www.kombisports.com/kombi_cnd/products/

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Old 11-19-04 | 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Becca
Just yesterday I ordered a pair of Joe Rocket Blizzard gloves from https://street-bikes.ridegear.com/cgi...html?E+scstore so I can keep my hands warm.

Yeah, they're motorcycle gloves. They're $48, less shipping. The thing that sold me was the little wiper blade they have on the thumb for wiping your faceplate - or, in my situation, my glasses!
I got my gloves the other day, and they are going to be *perfect* for riding this winter! They have Thinsulate(R) lining so they will wick moisture away from the skin. They're windproof, water resistant, and have padding/armor on the back of the gloves to protect in a fall. Plus they have that great little wiper blade for squeegeeing the rain off my glasses!
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Old 11-19-04 | 06:13 PM
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I think when you're cycling, you tend to sweat enough that so-called "breathable waterproof" or " -water-resistant" clothing doesn't do much for you. They're only breathable enough that when you're doing little or no physical activity the breathable-ness is useful. That's as good as it's gonna get. For cycling: wear the waterproof gloves if it's cold and rainy, because your hands usually can't overheat when it's cold and rainy. But if it's warm and rainy you want no gloves and if it's cold and dry you want non-waterproof gloves, so that you don't get sweaty. Similar criteria apply for coats.
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Old 11-19-04 | 07:04 PM
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[QUOTE=Ranger]My gloves are similar to these although they are made of thinsulate. I have worn these down in the single digits. I wear a cheap pair of light fleece gloves from Target underneath. Hands getting hot? Flip back the top and i let them air out.



I bought these. I was having second thoughts, so I'm glad you posted. They are sure specialized for only biking

I haven't tried them yet, but they have arrived.
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