Hestra Gore-Tex Perform Mitt Black / Black

The Hestra GORE-TEX Perform Mitt is a waterproof winter option with a long cuff for skiing, snowboarding and ordinary cold-weather use. The mitten shape keeps the fingers together, prioritising shared warmth over the fine finger movement of a conventional glove. It suits someone who wants practical protection from wet snow without a full leather outer. The Black / Black synthetic construction combines a flexible backhand with a gripping palm, making this a straightforward choice for lift days and other winter activities where keeping outside moisture away from the hand matters more than having removable layers.

A GORE-TEX membrane provides the waterproof barrier while allowing moisture vapour to escape. The outer backhand is polyester, while the palm uses PU-coated synthetic grip material. These different surfaces serve different jobs: the textile follows movement across the hand, and the palm takes regular contact with poles or equipment. Synthetic Fiberfill insulation supplies warmth, with a soft inner lining against the skin. Breathability does not eliminate sweat, so match your layers to the activity instead of expecting the membrane to regulate every temperature change.

The high cuff with drawstring closure helps keep snow away from the wrist when it is properly overlapped with a jacket. A hook-and-loop wrist adjustment holds the fit separately from that upper closure. There are attachment points for compatible wrist straps; an attachment point does not mean straps are included. The Perform is washable according to its care label, a useful distinction from leather-shell gloves. Follow those instructions for cleaning and allow sufficient drying time before the next day on snow.

Choose room around the fingertips rather than a tight, stretched fit. Close your hand around a pole or a binding strap: the insulation should not feel flattened and the cuff should stay comfortable. Try the gloves with your own jacket sleeves, because the overlap matters when you reach forward. An extra liner takes up space, so check the complete combination before choosing a size. Warmth also depends on circulation, activity and moisture; a glove cannot promise the same comfort in every temperature.

For care and drying, follow the washing label rather than treating the synthetic palm like leather. Open the cuff fully after use and allow the inside to dry before packing the gloves away. Avoid radiators and strong direct heat. Check the palm, seams and wrist adjustment periodically, especially before a longer trip. A membrane manages outside moisture, but sweat and snow entering through the opening still need attention; drying between days remains part of keeping hands comfortable.

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Features & Specs

• Hestra GORE-TEX Perform Mitt; 3000701-100100; Black / Black.
• Waterproof GORE-TEX membrane; synthetic insulated construction.
• Long drawstring cuff; separate wrist adjustment.
• Washable according to label; attachments for compatible wrist straps.