These gloves (last year's) have served me well for everything from t-shirt spring skiing to hiking Highlands Bowl in 20-degree weather with 25 mph wind chill. The only time my hands have ever been cold in them was at the Freeheel Throwdown in Steamboat when it was 5 degrees out and I was carrying my skis. The hand that was above my shoulder got cold then. Other than that, they have stood up amazingly well, never leaked or worn out, easily dexterous enough to buckle boots, clip leashes, use a camera, whatever. They've been used heavily for 3 seasons plus a trip up Rainier and I've never been disappointed. I can only imagine the new ones are even better.

This has been a reliable glove. I've gone through 4 pairs of these. Usually get a season of patrolling and 1 Himalayan expedition out of them before they are played. Very good for mild to cool temps. I recommend it.

I bought these gloves for snowboarding. I used them about 25 times before they started to absorb water. By day 35 after a few hours of riding they would be completely water logged. I could literally ring them out. Would never buy a glove from Black Diamond again.

as a pro patroller i can say that these gloves can stand up to daily work use (for about a year) they are warm and (not too warm) and can stand up to the elements.

best winter work glove ever, ive had every brand of so called work or patrol glove for my job as a lift mechanic and all them would last only about a month before blowing out except for the patrol and the king pin glove

I bought a pair of these about 3 years ago in tan and black. Very warm and most importantly, breathable! I have used them for skiing every year (about 20 days) and for snowmobiling (again, about 20 days). Now, the fleece lining is starting to pack out and they aren't quite as warm, but still warm enough for 20 degrees and up. I too have started using them as an everyday glove here in Bozeman for EVERYTHING.

I am ordering a new pair this week and hopefully they'll be just as amazing.

If you are looking for a super durable glove that gives awesome dexterity and is really, really comfy, this is it!

I was not so impressed with these BD Patrol Gloves. They were great for about 2 months into the ski season and then the insulation packed out and my fingers were always cold. Maybe BD has made some improvements but I'd be wary...

I have had 3 pairs of Black Diamond Patrol gloves and while they are warm they fall apart quite easily. Almost everyday I found my self having to rap them in duct tape to keep them together. I am a ski patroller and I don't see how they can call these patrol gloves. Go to the hard wear store and get some winter work gloves. they will hold up a lot better and are a LOT cheaper.