Outdoor Research

Adrenaline

£50 ■ Weight 184g (Size L) ■ Sizes S-XL (men’s); S-L (women’s)

IT'S GOOD

There are lots of gloves at this price but this one has extra benefits, including a men’s and women’s range, with a rubbery palm that helps to grip trekking poles or ice axes. I also like that the ‘roll-tip’ fingertip seams are moved back to the top of the fingers for better durability and dexterity. The main material is nylon on the back of the hand, so it’s more durable than polyester and you get a Ventia waterproof lining with polyester insulation. A webbing wrist cinch strap locks the glove in place and you can wear the cuff inside or outside a jacket sleeve.

HOWEVER

It’s not the warmest glove available, although I’ve found it fine for use in wild winter weather. There is no wrist leash so care is needed not to drop them. There is no nose wipe, either. Gloves with a slightly closer fit and slightly more dexterity are more expensive. A leather palmed glove will be even more durable. So while it has good features, it also lacks some nice additional benefits.

VERDICT

Very good all-round fit and performance that would be ideal for most hillwalkers in the UK, but some others are slightly warmer and have additional benefits.