What leather treatment do people use to preserve and waterproof the leather portions?

I just picked up a pair of these a couple weeks ago. Actually, the leather on the palm of the glove is NOT backed by gore-tex; only the back of the hand is, as well as the rest of the glove. Thus, when the water repellent on the leather wears off the palm, water will soak through. I'd definitely recommend treating the palm in particular with one of the previously mentioned waterproofing treatments.

I just picked up a pair of these a couple weeks ago. Actually, the leather on the palm of the glove is NOT backed by gore-tex; only the back of the hand is, as well as the rest of the glove. Thus, when the water repellent on the leather wears off the palm, water will soak through. I'd definitely recommend treating the palm in particular with one of the previously mentioned waterproofing treatments.

Leather treatments aren't necessary to keep your hands dry (because of the Gore-Tex insert), but it is still a good idea to regularly condition the leather. I'd check with Black Diamond or even look at Hestra and get some of their leather balm. It's supposed to be awesome.

Hey Brian, no treatment is necessary as the glove has a complete Gore-Tex insert. Eventually the water repellent finish on the leather will wear off, but water will not soak through the Gore-Tex underneath. If you want to maintain the water repellent coating on the leather try the sponge on Glove Proof from Nikwax.