Extremities Tornado GTX £50

+ Soft and comfortable, good dexterity, touchscreen compatible

- No rollover fingertips, not the toughest

These gloves from Extremities are solid all-rounders for hillwalking in the colder months. They offer reliable Gore-Tex waterproof-breathable performance and 60gsm synthetic insulation in a clean design.

Unlike the other gloves here, they employ a Velcro cuff closure rather than an elasticated drawcord cinch. Arguably, this is easier to use and slides more easily under a jacket sleeve, though perhaps doesn’t offer such an effective weatherproof seal. Still, these are close-fitting gloves with good dexterity, and they are touchscreen compatible too.

The fingers are pre-curved but otherwise relatively simple, with end-stitched rather than rollover fingertips. The palm and fingers use PU panels, not real leather, but feel reasonably tacky. The rest of the shell is made from polyester and the soft microfleece inner feels really snug.

In terms of price and warmth, these are comparable to the Rab Storm gloves, and though they lack some of the toughness and mountain-ready features of that rival, they have other advantages – touchscreen compatibility and superior grip. As such they’ll probably work better for those who use smartphones for nav or photos on the hills.

■ Unisex sizes S-XL ■ Weight 112g (L) ■ Construction Polyester shell with PU palm, Gore-Tex insert, 60gsm synthetic insulation, microfleece lining

Verdict

A solid option for smartphone and touchscreen GPS users looking for decent all-round winter gloves.