Extremities Torres Peak

£60

+ Super warm, full-featured, durable, well-priced

- Too warm for most conditions, heavy, poor dexterity

Slide your hands into the Extremities Torres Peak gloves and the warmth is instantaneous. This comes from a luxuriously high-loft fleece lining and an opulently generous helping of Primaloft insulation, making these the warmest (and perhaps most comfy) gloves on test. They feel thickly-padded – ‘a haven of warmth’ as the brand puts it – with the long cuff extending this cosiness over the wrist. For full-on wintry and sub-zero conditions, these gloves are up for the job – although they are so warm the worry is they’ll be overkill for many milder winter outings. Extremities’ in-house X Dry technology ensures the gloves are waterproof, windproof and breathable, while the palm and fingers are made from a strong-feeling PU leather (rather than the real thing) for solid durability and grip. Onehanded pull closure at the cuff and a cinch strap at the wrist ensure a tight, fine-tuned fit for sealing out the cold. There’s no nose wipe or wrist leash, but other than that these gloves are fully-featured, winter-ready and extremely good for the price.

■ MEN’S SIZES S-XL ■ WOMEN’S SIZES n/a ■ WEIGHT 235g (M)

Verdict

An incredibly warm and cosy glove at a superb price – but they’re overkill for all but the coldest of days.