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Ice fishing for white or predatory fish has long attracted lovers of recreation near the reservoir. You will rarely meet a spinning or feederist who is not fond of ice fishing. The cold season does not have comfortable climatic conditions, so most anglers use specialized equipment: high shoes with anti-slip soles, a waterproof suit and, of course, warm and functional gloves.
Application and variety of winter gloves
In winter, it is often possible to visit those places that are inaccessible by open water. Not all anglers own a boat with a motor, so the freeze-up period opens up new horizons. Long transitions on snow-covered ice in frost are familiar to everyone. After 10-15 minutes of transporting equipment, hands become numb, especially if fishing is accompanied by a strong wind.
For these purposes, there are special gloves. Of course, you can use everyday counterparts that are worn on the street. However, they are not designed for harsh conditions, they are thinner and do not perform the functions that are the basis of winter mittens.
For transitions, it is recommended to use tight mittens with an anti-slip surface on the inside. With their help, it is convenient to drag a sled, carry a drill and a tent. The material does not let the cold from the metal, so the hands are warm and comfortable. They have a high fit, a special cuff located on the sleeve, thanks to which the wind does not blow out the wrist, and snow also does not get there.
Key features of winter gloves:
- keeping warm in severe frost;
- an obstacle to the penetration of wind and cold;
- high moisture resistance;
- comfort and convenience in the process of fishing;
- a wide range for any conditions.
Experienced anglers have several pairs of winter fishing gloves. Some are used as mittens, have a double lining. They are used for setting up a tent and moving from place to place, they are used when you need to quickly warm your hands.
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In the process of fishing, winter gloves are also indispensable. The fishing market is represented by many models with open fingers. They keep warm in the palms, can be with two, three or five fingers open to the middle. This makes it possible to combine warmth and tactile contact with fishing line and baits. Closed palms allow hands to stay in the cold longer.
Among anglers, transformer models are especially popular. They are mittens with a folding top. During transitions and in between catches, the top is returned to its original position, covering the fingers. In the process of fishing, it is thrown back and fastened with Velcro, so they turn into mobile gloves-mittens.
Winter models are made of dense material with a lining or insulation. They are attached to the wrist with a cuff or wide Velcro. The use of dense materials makes it possible to fish in frost, to get out on long expeditions with overnight stays. The top layer is waterproof. This does not mean that you can climb into the hole with a glove and get a trophy. The material has a certain level of protection against moisture, which allows it to stay dry in the snow.
An important function of gloves is the removal of moisture from the inside. The porous structure of the material keeps hands dry. It is worth remembering that in winter wet hands tan three times faster and you can get frostbite.
How to choose good gloves
Each angler arrives at the perfect gear in different ways. Some listen to the advice of experienced comrades, bloggers or consultants, while others select the best option by trial and error.
Quality gloves should:
- do not miss the cold;
- keep hands dry
- have a high degree of moisture protection;
- have a good shelf life;
- be available to the angler.
To date, the best winter fishing gloves are made from both natural and synthetic materials. Fur mittens made from wool are in great demand. Many anglers rely on neoprene and thick fleece.
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Sheep wool is considered one of the most popular heaters. Sheepskin perfectly retains heat and removes excess steam. Dry hands stay comfortable throughout fishing.
Criteria for choosing a winter model:
- Terms of Use;
- material density;
- fixation method;
- price category;
- anti-slip surface.
As a rule, equipment manufacturers mark their products with marks on the temperature regime of use. Some gloves are more comfortable, made of thin material that protects against wind and cold, but can only be used down to -10°C. For extremely low temperatures, products are designed according to the type of mittens that can withstand frost down to -30 ° C and below. Therefore, before choosing equipment, it is worth learning about its characteristics in more detail.
Mittens and mittens have cuffs that are tightened with lacing. This method of fixation is popular, comfortable and liked by most anglers. The length of the cuff is enough so that the gloves are on the sleeves of the jacket and the wind does not blow out the wrist. Mobile analogues for the process of active fishing are fixed with a tight-fitting shackle to Velcro. With its help, you can tighten or loosen the product on the hand. On the reverse side there should be an anti-slip surface for gripping the palm of the hand with the parts of the equipment. Needless to say, budget products do not have anything like that. Specialized equipment has a price, its functions are aimed at keeping you warm and comfortable in the most difficult winter fishing conditions.
Cheap fishing gloves are made from breathable fabric with poor quality filler. They are suitable for light frost and are completely useless in strong winds. Budget mittens quickly become unusable, the threads fray, diverge at the seams. A quality product can serve for years without any defects.
Classification of winter gloves for ice fishing
All models can be divided according to many features, one of which is the price. As a rule, the high cost is due not only to high-quality materials or high production technology, but also to the name of the product brand. Finding the best model at a low cost will not work, so you need to be prepared to spend a little money, because comfort and safety on ice depend on equipment.
The first step is to separate the models into two categories: gloves and mittens. The former are used in the process of fishing with constant contact of the fingers with the nozzle and small parts of the equipment. They have open fingers. Mittens are needed for work not related to fine motor skills of the hands. Ideally, you need to have both products.
Winter ice fishing gloves are made from several materials:
- wool;
- leather and velor;
- fleece;
- membrane tissue;
- neoprene.
Perhaps the most popular material is wool. Unlike Soviet products, modern models are pleasant to the touch. For their production, soft types of threads are used, for example, from merino wool. Such mittens perfectly retain heat, do not survive the brush and allow you to perform simple power work: transporting equipment, setting up tents and tents. The only negative is that wool models get wet quickly and need to be dried under certain conditions, otherwise the material will lose its integrity, the mittens will stretch and become wind-blown.
The most durable products are made from leather and velor. Winter options are insulated with sheepskin or other lining. Leather does not allow moisture to pass through, but analogue synthetic models surpass it in many ways.
Fleece products are comfort and warmth for the hands. Today, fleece is in great demand among winter anglers, but, like wool, it quickly absorbs moisture. When using equipment made of this material, you should protect your hands from contact with water.
Membrane fabric is the standard of material for winter equipment of the hands. It performs the functions of steam removal, protects against cold and wind blowing, the membrane also prevents wetting and can be used in snow or rain. Waterproof warm gloves have the highest price on the market.
Neoprene models are not inferior in popularity to their predecessors. They are available for every lover of winter recreation at the hole, they do not get wet, they retain internal heat in severe frost and gusty winds.
Heated gloves are considered a separate class. They are not very convenient to use during fishing, but they allow you to quickly heat up your hands in extreme situations. For long trips, this model will not be superfluous. Works equipment for hands from a battery or accumulator.
In addition to the material, selection by the length and type of fastener is important. Many gloves are fixed on the wrist with a tightening cuff, others with a wide Velcro. Long products retain heat better, since snow and wind do not get into the wrist area.
TOP 12 winter fishing gloves
This list contains the best models, according to experienced winter anglers. The rating included products from different materials and price categories. Experts say that in some cases the same models show different results, so you should have several types of equipment in your fishing box.
Norfin BASIC
The classic type of equipment for hands made of dense fleece material. Soft inside and out, windproof, durable and warm gloves will give you comfort in the harshest fishing conditions. On the inside there is a strip of anti-slip material that reinforces the fabric of the product. A comfortable cuff keeps the mittens from flying off your hands.
This model can be used when fishing in the open air on baubles, sheer baubles. Also, the product is used when working with equipment and crossings on ice.
Ice Comfort
An insulated version of winter gloves, which can also be used in late autumn and cold spring. The model has a high degree of protection against moisture, and is also easily cleaned from dirt. The equipment for hands is made of acrylic jersey using ten-loop weaving technology. They have a double color: light green with black.
The palms and fingers are covered with a latex fabric that protects against liquid penetration, wind blowing and retains tactile sensations. The rubberized cuff fixing gloves on a hand protects from accidental fall. A small price in combination with long-term operation will make the acquisition profitable and invisible to the budget.
Norfin POINT
Winter gloves made of dense fleece fabric got into this top due to their reliability and high quality characteristics. Norfin presents equipment with five fingers open to the middle. The product is made in gray tones, has a comfortable cuff on top. On the inside there is an anti-slip coating.
In these gloves, you can not only freely put a bloodworm on a hook, but also catch on balancers, sheer baubles, and place vents. Dense material saves heat and is not blown by strong gusts of wind.
MIKADO UMR-02
This model is a winter equipment for hands that protects against severe frost and wind. The neoprene product perfectly prevents the ingress of moisture inside. On three fingers there is a bendable part that can be bent during active fishing. The fingers are held on with Velcro.
The neoprene model is made in dark colors, has an anti-slip insert on the palm. The tightening cuff is fixed with a special wide Velcro.
Alaska (cuff)
Winter gloves Alaska with a cuff are perfect for any ice fishing. Moisture-proof and waterproof PVC material, which served as the main raw material for creating the model, also retains heat and protects against wind chill.
The product is made in orange shades, if lost, it can be easily traced on the snow-white cover. The tightening cuff protects from falling off the arm, provides a tight connection with the sleeve of the jacket.
Ice Fishing
The products of the Russian manufacturer of fishing goods Petrokanat have earned attention for the quality of materials and the provision of warmth during winter fishing expeditions. The lower part has an insert made of PVC material that protects against moisture penetration. On top is a fabric cover that warms the hand in the cold season. The breathable material wicks steam away to keep the brush dry and warm.
The model is comfortable, it is used by anglers when fishing on baits, lure and fishing with a revolver. High tactile sensitivity allows you to fish without removing your hand equipment.
MIKADO UMR-05
Warm, wind-sheltered thick neoprene gloves are a great choice for winter ice fishing enthusiasts. The model perfectly lies on the hand, does not fit and does not rub the brush. Fixation occurs with the help of a special Velcro clip. The outfit is made in a combination of black and gray colors.
This product is used for long transitions on ice, carrying equipment, installing awnings and tents, assembling a heat exchanger. Neoprene quickly warms supercooled hands, and also withstands extremely low air temperatures.
Alaskan Colville Mittens
Gloves-mittens made of fleece fabric with insulation are suitable for all types of winter fishing and ice work: setting up tents, repairing equipment, operating a heat exchanger, etc. The model has a folding top, which frees the fingers for manipulations that require fine motor skills of the hands.
The flip top is fastened with Velcro. The fabric does not let in gusts of wind and low air temperature. The tightening cuff prevents the loss of the mittens, and also retains heat at the junction with the sleeve of a jumpsuit or jacket.
Mittens Norfin NORD
Polyester product with fleece lining in the form of mittens that turn into gloves. The model has a folding top that frees four fingers, as well as a separate top for the thumb. The model has an anti-slip surface, thanks to which it is convenient to work with small parts of equipment and equipment.
The product is made in a combination of two colors: gray and black. Some of the softest and most comfortable ice fishing gloves have an extended cuff that fits snugly into the sleeve.
Norfin AURORA windproof
This outfit model is made of a combination of polyester and soft fleece. Inside there is an artificial fur lining that provides warmth in the most severe frost. Mittens easily turn into gloves. The velcro top allows you to perform procedures that require open fingers: stringing a bloodworm, tying a balancer, etc.
The product is made in gray-brown tones, it is clearly visible when lost. Velcro on top allows you to adjust the fit of the mittens. Due to the long cuff, the wind does not blow into the wrist area.
Tagrider fleece padded
Winter equipment model, specially designed for ice fishing conditions. Products are made of dense material that protects against wind blowing or penetration of severe frost. Proper tailoring eliminates too tight fit of the material to the fingers. The fabric wicks away steam to keep your palms dry and warm.
The product is used for fishing on ice: sheer lure, catching a predator on vents, fishing with a reel, etc. The model is made in gray tones, has Velcro on the cuff.
Mikado UMR-08B
Fleece mittens that convert into gloves with a flip top. The first part releases 4 fingers, the second – the thumb. Both are fastened with Velcro. Long cuffs retain heat in the area of the junction with the sleeve, are tightened using a special mechanism.
On the underside there is an anti-slip coating, mittens are made in black. This model is used for almost any purpose in winter fishing: setting up a tent, dragging equipment, putting a bloodworm on a hook.