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I am looking for some suggestions on a nice set of gloves for use in the winter. I usually buy an nice bulky warm pair of gloves to wear in cold temps then curse when I try to drive in them or just toss them off and freeze my hands.

 

I'm just looking for some good info or input on what to look for in a good pair of winter driving gloves. I wasn't sure where to post this, so I figured 4th Gen would be best (after all, it has the most intelligent and experienced drivers ;))

 

thanks for the feedback

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I want a pair of Alpinstars Tech-1's. They are't super expensive, but look pretty comfortable. I have no idea if they are warm.

 

http://www.alpinestars.com/Tech_1_Race_Glove/pd/c/230/np/230/p/355108.html

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Make sure you get leather gloves that match either the interior or exterior. Don't want them to clash.

 

In all seriousness, try some on. Just make sure you can still drive with them. I wear my Icon leather riding gloves, seem to do the job well enough.

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I had a pair similar to that. I got them from the basement of Union Station. They were half price, then another 50% off the lowest ticket and they rounded down since I paid cash. MSRP was something like $125, I ended up getting them for $20. That was years ago, and they are kind of hurt now. They were OK for driving, but not great.

 

Actually, I might get another pair of the gloves I wear when playing Paintball.

 

http://www.rothco.com/general/index.cfm/Rothco/GLOVE-BLACK-NEOPRENE/fuseaction/itemdetail/item/663/subcat/86/prodid/99/from/left

 

They were something like $12 from a surplus store. They make a Thinsulate lined version as well, which would probably do pretty well.

 

They are nice and thin, and you retain a lot of tactile feeling.

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thanks for the feedback, just what I was looking for.

 

GTBiggie, I actually came across those same gloves and am considering them. Post back if you don't mind when you get them.

 

I'll probably hit up a local store and try some stuff on, just looking for some input from people who have used them as to what to look for.

 

And of course I'll get them to match the interior, that's a given ;) or maybe some SWP gloves to match the exterior... :lol:

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ive got the aplinestar sp1, grabbed them from my friend who sole his bike, never thought to use them while driving until the other day and their great http://www.alpinestars.com/store/ProductImages/details/355810_black_l.jpg

 

Does your heat work in your car? These might be a bit overkill if your windshield is present. :)

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i use my burton snowboard lining gloves they have a awsome grippy pad on al the fingers and palm, and they run about $25

 

+1 I loved mine. I say loved because three days ago my wife lost one of them.

 

http://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=burton+glove+liners&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8#q=burton+glove+liners&hl=en&client=safari&rls=en&prmd=ivns&source=univ&tbs=shop:1&tbo=u&ei=MK4BTYXyJIP6sAOtkrm8Aw&sa=X&oi=product_result_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CDYQrQQwAA&biw=1280&bih=702&fp=4852a854a40ed2d2

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I find that leather gloves work fine as long as they're snug and not too loose at the wrist. Once my car warms up I don't like a warm glove. I have tried all sorts of unlined driving gloves and found the best thing to be black golf gloves. The cabretta leather gives you perfect grip and work great for a longer drive.
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I have about a 45 min / 40 mile commute to work and lately it's been so cold I really want something to wear to/from my car and while driving. I like the idea of the neoprene, because I could use them to clear snow also.... I think I'm going to find a leather store and a ski equipment shop and try on some different options.

 

Thanks for all the feedback.

 

And pre-dent.... those are exactly what I was looking for.... got a link?? :lol:

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Seirus Hyperlites:

 

[ame=http://www.amazon.com/Seirus-Innovation-Hyperlite-Weather-Gloves/dp/B0018BL0GI]Amazon.com: Seirus Innovation Men's Hyperlite All Weather Gloves: Clothing[/ame]

 

My sister got me a pair last year and I love them. Thin enough to drive with and still keeps my hands warm.

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I have about a 45 min / 40 mile commute to work and lately it's been so cold I really want something to wear to/from my car and while driving. I like the idea of the neoprene, because I could use them to clear snow also.... I think I'm going to find a leather store and a ski equipment shop and try on some different options.

 

Thanks for all the feedback.

 

And pre-dent.... those are exactly what I was looking for.... got a link?? :lol:

 

On a whim, I ordered the Rothco's I linked to (the thinsulate lined version of the neoprene gloves I already have). I can't wait for them to get here!

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Seirus Hyperlites:

 

Amazon.com: Seirus Innovation Men's Hyperlite All Weather Gloves: Clothing

 

My sister got me a pair last year and I love them. Thin enough to drive with and still keeps my hands warm.

 

I agree with the reviews on Amazon -- they're great until the stitching comes out. The grip patches are small enough that eventually you'll pull the stitching away from the fabric, and this was happening to me on the steering wheel after just a few months. Great gloves otherwise, very comfortable.

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I agree with the reviews on Amazon -- they're great until the stitching comes out. The grip patches are small enough that eventually you'll pull the stitching away from the fabric, and this was happening to me on the steering wheel after just a few months. Great gloves otherwise, very comfortable.

 

Other some *very minor* pilling, mine look practically new after a year. I admit I don't do anything other than drive in it though. I've got another pair that I use when the shovel comes out.

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My wife got herself some isotoners or somethign from target, $8 and they have a special finger patch/pad on the index finger that allows you to use touch devices still.

 

I use isotoners too, but add silk liners. The nice thing about this system is that if gets too warm, you can just ditch the liners.:)

 

Just buy the liners, than buy gloves that fit over the liners.

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I got the ones I linked to earlier. My wife rules. Anyway. Very warm. Nice looking. Ok feel through them(better than any THICK winter gloves).

 

Only real detractor is I 1)might have ordered too large and 2) the left thumb seems about a solid inch longer than need be.... Not a huge deal but not the "like a GLOVE" fit I was expecting for the money.

 

And no i dont just have a freakishly short left thumb. My brother and his freind tried them on and the right fits fine and the left has extra material out past your thumb a good bit.

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I'd contact the seller and let them know. The link you provided 1st (leathergloves.com I think) offers free replacement and return shipping once.

 

Other than that, I'm glad to hear they fell good. I almost ordered a pair last night and the wife was pushing hard that I wait a few weeks..... so I think I have a pair under the tree :lol:

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