Trekmates Matterhorn Gore-Tex Mitts

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Trekmates Matterhorn Gore-Tex Mitts are a fully featured warm and waterproof Mitt designed for use on hardcore alpine escapades.

Trekmates says:

Highly featured GORE-TEX mitt with + Gore warm technology and superior insulation.

Our Verdict

Trekmates Matterhorn Gore-Tex Mitts are a tough gauntlet type Mitt designed for serious winter missions. The extra length of this gloves gives you extra protection and helps with layering. Gore-Tex technology means can rely on the Matterhorn glove being completely weatherproof.

The gloves have a warm fleece lining lining and 2 areas of adjustment to trap heat and and prevents the elements getting in. There is a large easy to use strap around the wrist and draw cord adjustment at the cuffs to ensure a close fit with around your jacket.

Wrist loops means you can take your gloves off to perform a fiddly task and not have to worry about losing them. These are easily removed if you don’t want this feature.  The thumb and top of the palm are touch screen compatible though you struggle to effectively use your phone.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

In-depth Reviews:

• Trekmates Matterhorn GTX Gloves & Mitts Review – “Leather palms, Gore-Tex liner, and warm insulation battled the elements just as well as any much higher-priced alternatives.”

Features

• Durable, abrasion and water-resistant polyamide outer
• GORE-TEX Technology is durably waterproof, windproof and breathable
• GORE-TEX + Gore Warm technology for longer lasting warmth
• 280gm/m2 insulation at back/180gm2 at palm
• Elasticated wrist with webbing cinch
• Pre-curved finger section for performance fit
• Tough PU leather palm and fingers for durable dexterity
• Snag-free split cord adjuster on cuff
• Flocking goggle wipe panel at back of thumb
• Removable wrist tether with wide elastic cuff for comfort
• Touchscreen compatible

Specifications

• Small pair weighs: 200g
• Medium pair weighs: 224g
• Large pair weighs: 230g
• XLarge pair weighs: 240g

Material

• Durable, abrasion and water-resistant polyamide outer
• GORE-TEX Technology is durably waterproof, windproof and breathable
• GORE-TEX + Gore Warm technology for longer lasting warmth
• 280gm/m2 insulation at back/180gm2 at palm