Montane Alpine Stretch Gloves

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Montane’s Alpine Stretch gloves are extremely warm and feature a long cuff which extends back over the wrist which can be cinched in with a one-handed cordlock to trap the warm air inside the glove.

Montane says:

Designed and constructed for cold conditions, the Alpine Stretch Glove offers both insulation and weather protection. Featuring PRIMALOFT GOLD on the back of the hand and a deep pile in the palm, it is ideal for cold mountain activities. The Alpine Stretch Glove has a slightly longer gauntlet style cuff and locking wrist cinch for additional protection.

Our Verdict

Montane’s Alpine Stretch gloves are extremely warm and feature a long cuff which extends back over the wrist which can be cinched in with a one-handed cordlock to trap the warm air inside the glove. There’s also an elasticated and strap adjustment at the wrist.

Primaloft is one of the most efficient insulation materials available and the Alpine Stretch gloves use it on the back of the hand. The palm side inner is lined with high volume pile for comfort and warmth.

The Alpine Stretch gloves also incorporate leather palms and fingers will help with durability and they certainly feel positive when gripping things – such as trekking poles. Feature-wise they have a nose-wipe and rolled finger ends for added comfort. Rolled finger ends means there are no seams at the end of the fingers which can be uncomfortable.

Although not fully waterproof the Alpine Stretch gloves will deal with some pretty extreme conditions – they’re quite heavy compared to other gloves but this reflects the extended length and insulation value.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Chameleon 3 fabric wicks hard, dries fast and has a four way stretch for superb hand movement
• DRYACTIV 2000 pile lining beds down to the shape of your hand and wicks sweat hard
• Highly breathable, waterproof FREEFLOW Mantle inner lining
• PRIMALOFT fill on the back of hand for extra insulation and protection
• Durable and water resistant leather reinforced palm and fourshettes
• Pre-curved, box construction digits with roll tip for improved dexterity
• Flocked micro fleece nose-wipe on thumb
• Adjustable hem to prevent spindrift entry and heat loss
• Locking wrist cinch to reduce excess fabric across back of hand
• Elasticated leash for use in strong winds where glove retention is critical
• Finger karabiner loop for harness storage when not needed

Specifications

• Fabric: Chameleon 3
• Back hand lining: PRIMALOFT GOLD
• Inner hand lining: DRYACTIV 2000
• Waterproof lining: FREEFLOW Mantle
• Fit: Active Mountain
• Activities: Mountaineering / Fast Alpine / Backcountry skiing / Mountain Walking
• Small pair weighs 226g
• Medium pair weighs 232g
• Large pair weighs 254g
• XLarge pair weighs 264g