Veccster

I have been riding for about 10 years and have had the same pair of Burton mittens for about 8 years (don't get to ride as much as I would prefer ).

Anyway, I would like to know what everyone prefers on their hands and WHY.

I have always liked mittens but am thinking of gloves for the ease of strapping in.

What do you wear?

Atillia

Gloves. I like freedom of the fingers.

sedition

Mittens. No question. They are warmer. Easier to take on and off.

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boarderaholic

Gloves for lessons, mitts for going out riding. It's easier to grab things and to help students when I'm wearing gloves, but when I'm by myself, mitts for warm fingers.

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Mr. Right

I always wear gloves but I plan on getting some nice mittens here soon as it's been a little cold up here lately. I will probably still wear the gloves more often and save the mittens for the cold days when I actually need them.

AlexK56

I prefer gloves, because I have the freedom of my fingers, and have yet to encounter my fingers getting cold. But i do think mittens would make it easier to go through the snow with your hand when carving, without hurting your fingers, but duct tape helps with that.

Veccster

Well, I guess a lot depends on the riding you do for the style of glove you wear. I ride in Western PA (Seven Springs), so it doesn't frequently get blistering cold. Average temp is around 15-30+F. We don't get powder and it's usually pretty icy.

The other big factor in my decision is the tow rope that is used in the board park. Seven Springs uses a thick rope that travels fairly fast. You have to grab on tight but about 10 feet of it will slide through your glove before you lock on. My current Burton Gore-tex's have a nice layer of duct tape around the palms.

Also, many of you say mittens because they are warmer but I will be looking for a pair with removable inserts (which usually remain removed).

I think I am leaning toward mittens but still doing my research. Any additional comments?

jujubeans4747

yes!!! <- too short

mpdsnowman

I have both but usually gravitate to the gloves because for me its easier for bindings, leashes etc...If I was in the BC and really needed insulation then I would use my mitts for they have insulated inner mitts included.

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intake

gloves for me please regardless of what or wear i'm riding. i've always worn gloves they just fit nicer and give you more functionality of your hand. My hands have never got cold in gloves so i'm not worried about the cold and i've gone riding in -30C (-22F) temps and i'm sure if they did get cold i would just get some of those heat packs.

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