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CATEGORIESGreat gloves tie a ski kit together like Lebowski’s rug did the room. Torn fingertips, escaping insulation and a constant reliance on hand warmers all signal the need for an immediate upgrade.
POW Gloves has been crafting durable gloves and mittens for over a decade, and Active Junky aggressively tested two of their models this season. Both answer the call for deep-winter protection and long-lasting style.
This “Grade A” Goatskin leather model earns high fives, thumbs ups, “A-Okays” and other positive hand signal variations. The dexterity possible with these GORE-TEX gloves is remarkable, even in subzero conditions. “I can handle tasks without taking my gloves off,” said one tester fresh off a backcountry dawn patrol mission. “I can switch over my splitboard bindings, tighten screws and even use my phone, thanks to the touchscreen tech.” After ten days of intense testing, the Stealth GTX TT looked fresh, save for light scratches across the palm. Inside, polyester microfleece warms hands while PrimaLoft Gold insulation guarantees warmth all winter long.
This “lobster claw” style mixes a mitten’s warmth with a glove’s nimbleness, making Tanto a utilitarian favorite among Active Junky testers. Premium leather across the palm and hand is stitched together with DWR-treated nylon fabric; slashing retail pricing while defending against sharp ski edges and rogue branches. “I’ve never been a fan of the hybrid glove/mitten combo before,” said a team Junky skier after wearing the mitt across the resort and BC tours. “But these are super comfortable and warm, and I can grab my poles or adjust my gear much better than I can with regular mittens.” Standout features include jacket-friendly leather cuffs, overall style (we tested the black-on-black model) and the goatskin leather’s texture.
Pull it together with hybrid or traditional POW glove styles built for seasons to come. Starting now, durable dexterity is your fix for failing handwear.
