BLACK DIAMOND PURSUIT £85

The cosy, fleece-lined interior is suitable down to -12°C, while the outer shell is a light, stretchy and abrasion resistant Pertex Shield material with a waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex insert. The palm is made from strong, premium-feeling goat leather that also stretches over the roll-top fingers. You also get wrist and hem cinching straps, thumb nose wipe and excellent wrist coverage.

VERDICT Warm, weatherproof and sturdily-built gloves with good features at a sensible price.