Not for me

By Vadim Kim Ranked #111 - Ski Gloves April 6, 2011

Didn't get all that hype about Vert Cut Freerides.
Yes, it is sexy and good looking, but nothing more (for me).

Too many layers of leather, insulator and stitches on the palm,
weird wrinkles (especially in below zero conditions when the leather become inelastic)
and pole grip like a jelly in your hand.

Not enough articulation for pole grip.
Never had such a problem before but it's like climbing expanders, always forcing against bending fingers.

Very narrow comfort temperature zone.
When its not to cold or you're hot - they are soggy inside and hard to dry out for next morning.
When its become colder - my fingers freeze very fast.

Skied them for month. Hoped that leather should "break in", but nope.
Neoprene cuff near the velcro flap started to rip off...

And don't buy it in white: sno-seal + couple of days skiing and they are dirty-grey

View Details: Hestra Vertical Cut Freeride Glove

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