Endura Freezing Point Lobster Glove
Reviewed by
Bob Peltzer
+399
March 3, 2023
A glove developed for winter bicycling that works well for cross-country skiing. Tough water resistant outer shell, flexible and warm lining. Semi-mitt design keeps the two outside fingers together and warmer than conventional gloves.
Pros
- Unique design keeps your two coldest fingers warm
- Tough, water-resistant outer shell
- Fit allows good grip on ski poles
- Dries quickly
- Long cuff
Cons
- A little difficult to reenter when damp due to perspiration
- Pricy, but you get what you pay for
I won these gloves as a door prize in a fatbike race and decided to try them out on the cross-country ski trails. My third finger from my left thumb was seriously injured years ago and has always been sensitive to cold weather. The "lobster claw" design bundles this finger with the small outer finger in a mini-mitt that really makes a difference in keeping it warm. I have always found the two fingers furthest from the thumb experience the cold faster than the rest of my hand. This design seems to solve that problem.
They come with a fairly high price, but the workmanship seems solid and the materials are of good quality. The front fabric is tough and waterproof and the fit is tight without being restrictive.
Background
I have gone through a lot of different winter gloves and while I have not yet used these at -20°C (-4°F) yet, from what I have seen so far they should do well at that temperature.
Source: received it as a sample, freebie, or prize (GearHeads Petawawa)
