What level of warmth does this overglove provide?
Worn over a Merino wool liner glove or MT500 stretch glove, it will offer you 5°C extra warmth when worn with a MT500 liner glove.
Test carried out in the laboratory using a thermal hand that reproduces the heat produced by the hand as well as perspiration and wind conditions.
How has the waterproofing level of this glove been tested?
To test the glove’s waterproofing level, we test the fabric: in other words, the fabric’s resistance to a column of water expressed in mm (test based on the ISO 811 Standard). The higher the pressure without penetrating the fabric, the more waterproof it is. A fabric with a waterproofing level of 10,000 mm can therefore withstand the pressure exerted by a 10,000 mm column of water.
What does a windproof overglove provide?
Did you know that the wind makes you feel colder? With an outdoor temperature of 0°C and a 20km/h wind, the perceived temperature will be -10°C. The windproof components reduce the wind chill resulting from the cooling effect of the wind or apparent wind generated by the sporting activity.
How to properly protect your hands from the cold
By applying the layering principle, you can optimise the insulation of your hands. So by wearing liner gloves in addition to overgloves, several layers of air form around your hands, efficiently insulating them from the cold. To benefit from this, it’s important to wear large enough gloves to prevent your fingers from being constricted. This is because the compression slows down the blood flow in the fingers, which prevents them from keeping warm.
How to keep your hands warm with the right clothing
When active, the body generates heat which is preserved thanks to the thermal insulation of your clothing. If the clothing is inadequate, your body cools and the blood flow to the hands and feet drops in order to keep your upper body warm. Your clothing can therefore play a role in keeping your hands warm.
