I recently got a pair of Handup’s ColdEST gloves in and so far I couldn’t be happier. I’d been eyeing a few other gloves in that same workman style, but when I got the chance to review these, I jumped on it. They hit all the marks I was looking for, plus a couple I didn’t even know I needed.
Insulated, check. Waterproof, check. Extended cuff, check.
The wrist leash wasn’t something I’d ever really thought about, but it’s surprisingly handy. You can pull a glove off for a minute to do something that needs more dexterity and not immediately misplace it in the snow, the dark, or the bottom of your gear pile.
These gloves aren’t minimalist. They’re a bit bulky. I can zip my jacket and hold a can of beer just fine, but fiddling with a Presta valve on a fat-bike wheel definitely takes a little more “touch” than these gloves want to give.
Even though I’ve only had these Handup ColdEST gloves for a few days, I’m no stranger to Handup. I’ve got a couple pairs of their Most Days gloves and they’re my go-to ride gloves in warmer weather.
I also hadn’t been totally keeping up with what Handup’s been up to lately, and I’m pleasantly surprised at how much their lineup has expanded. Tops, bottoms, socks, and accessories… they’ve definitely grown beyond just gloves.
Their collabs are another fun part of the brand. I’ve got an older version of their Pabst glove, and the new Pabst Checkered Stripe version looks very sweet. It’s officially on my shopping list.
One more note: we were recently accepted into Handup’s affiliate program. That means fat-bike.com earns a small commission if you buy through links to Handup on our site (at no extra cost to you). If you’re in the market, take a look and snag some sweet gear while helping keep the lights on around here.
- Fit note: for me the Large is true to size. I used their measurement guide. The long cuff is pretty neat. The cuff goes neatly under the sleeve of my go-to cycling jacket (an old GoLite). For my puffy down jacket I push them inside the gloves.
- Temperature note: It has been COLD like single digits Farenheight and, for general around town use, shoveling snow etc. They have been fine.
- Next update: I’ll report back after a few longer rides / a wet snow day / deep cold week whatever the weather brings.
From Handup:
The ColdEST weather glove is built to beat the elements on your coldest outdoor adventures. Hiking, biking, skiing, snow shoveling and drinkin’ by the bonfire are no-problem for this winter glove!
Why We Made Gloves for ColdEST Days
After the introduction of our Cold and ColdER Days gloves, we found ourselves wearing these type of minimal gloves even on ski trips. When the temperature dropped below freezing though, we went hunting for a workman style glove that had that HANDUP flare and kept our hands warm.
We came across some workman style gloves but none that kept our hands warm on those below freezing days so we set out to make our own. With an extended cuff, double insulated, and fully waterproof construction, we had what we were looking for. Plus our ability to slap some fun designs on the waterproof material woven between the leather construction, we put that classic HANDUP flare on a classic workman glove.
Crash Replacement
Hey, we’ve all crashed and torn up our gear. If a crash caused the issue, we have a crash replacement program. Just send us an email on our Returns and Exchanges page and we’ll get you taken care of.
Warranty
All HANDUP products come with a warranty that carries up to 1-year from the original purchase dates for defects not caused by regular wear and tear.
Features & Materials
- Sturdy, Synthetic Leather Construction
- Lined with a Waterproof Membrane
- Internal Silk lining for added Warmth
- Double stitched Durable Palm Patch
- Grippy Silicon Party Palm™ Graphics
- Wrist Leash
- Knitted, extended cuff (tucks under jacket sleeves)
- 120 fill weight synthetic insulation
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