I've used these all last year and am going on my second winter with them this year. They are well suited for outdoor use in cool but not cold temperatures. They are not that warm, especially if worn without a shell the wind blows right through them. I don’t have trouble typing nor swiping with them.Ĭonclusion: If you’re looking for a fleece liner that doubles as a lightweight glove, these might be a decent choice for you. Screen Tap: The screen tap finger and thumb work. Since I use them quite a bit outside of a shell, I’ve caught them on things and have ripped a couple of small holes in them. Combining a stretch fleece back of hand with digital material on the palm and fingers, the MidWeight ScreenTap gloves bring touchscreen functionality to. I mostly use them as a lightweight glove for nightime walks or driving on cold days. I use a mitt system so this is the only type of layering that I’ve done with the liners.Ībrasion: The gloves are intended to be liners. Had I known their performance capabilities prior to my purchase, I would have looked for something more effective. There was no literature that I found which explained the lower limits of these liners. I anticipated the “heavyweight” liners to perform well at lower temperatures. At about freezing (32☏) (0☌), they lose their effectiveness. The gloves don’t really keep my hands that warm even in my OR Alti Mitt shells. I ordered the heavyweight liners in order to gain maximum warmth inside of a Goretex shell. Not snow specific, this glove is great for climbing, power walking, running, cycling and other outdoor activities. Wear is as a liner in colder weathe and solo in warmer temperatures. Warmth: This is where the liner falls short in my opinion. Screentouch functionality in a mid-weight glove that doesnt slow you down Black Diamonds Midweight Screentap Glove is warm, stretchy, and versatile. Since they are synthetic fleece, they don’t retain moisture and keep your hands pretty dry. Water Resistance: The glove is just a fleece liner so they are not water resistant.īreathability: They breath quite well. There are no drawstrings or other accoutrements. They are comfortable in going out in cool weather.Īdjustability: There is no need for adjusting since the gloves are fitted. In other words, the stitching contours the natural form of the hand to a certain extent. Fit and comfort: The overall fit of the glove is nice. Warm, stretchy gloves with the added benefit of full touchscreen functionality, the Black Diamond MidWeight ScreenTap gloves are ideal for uphill skiing, trail running or hiking with your smartphone.
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