As winter approaches, the choice of gloves for trail running becomes essential. In cold conditions, the hands are particularly vulnerable to cold and damp, which can affect not only comfort but also performance. Suitable gloves need to provide sufficient thermal insulation to keep hands warm, while wicking away moisture to prevent excessive sweating. It's important that they are also breathable, to allow body heat to escape and maintain a comfortable thermal balance. For trail running, gloves need to offer good flexibility and sufficient grip to easily handle equipment such as trail poles or a GPS watch. Finally, additional features such as water and wind resistance can be very useful for coping with the varied winter weather conditions encountered when trail running.
Discover our comparison and our opinions on the best trail gloves.
Contents
- 1 Lightweight gloves, perfect for mid-season running: Gore Wear Gore-Tex Infinium Stretch
- 2 Waterproof trail gloves: Leki Ultra Trail Storm
- 3 Asics Hiver Basic: an excellent pair of gloves to combat the cold
- 4 Gore Wear Windstopper Wear Thermo: the warmest pair of gloves for winter
- 5 Frequently asked questions
Lightweight gloves, perfect for mid-season running: Gore Wear Gore-Tex Infinium Stretch
Product presentation
Ideal for mid-season, when it's not very strong but you'd be wise to wear a pair of gloves. All the more so if you're a keen hill climber.
As usual, Gore offers a waterproof fabric that keeps runners' hands dry. This makes it a particularly pleasant feature if you're planning a session in the rain or in the mountains with drizzle.
The glove is also breathable, so you can effectively combat hand perspiration. This pair of gloves will also protect you from the wind. They can also be worn as under-gloves in very cold weather.
Finally, in terms of comfort and handling, this pair of gloves is stretchable and has very few seams. Allowing the rider to enjoy a high level of comfort.
Finally, the wrist is elasticated. This keeps the glove in place during your effort.
Features of the pair of gloves
| Features | Gore Wear Gore Tex Infinium Stretch |
|---|---|
| Waterproofing | Yes |
| Insulating | No |
| Material | Not communicated |
| Season | Autumn / Winter |
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits
✅ Very light
✅ comfortable to wear
✅ insulates from water
✅ Slightly windproof
Disadvantages
❌ Light in icy weather
Our opinion on Gore-Wear gloves
This pair of gloves is ideal for trail sessions between 10 and 5°C. They are extremely waterproof, so your hands stay dry during your effort. Although they don't keep you warm in the strict sense of the word, they're more than enough to cope with the autumn and spring seasons in the mountains.
Waterproof trail gloves: Leki Ultra Trail Storm
Product presentation
Léki's Ultra Trail Storm gloves are ideal companions for tackling the challenges of ultratrails, particularly in cooler conditions. Designed to function like a second skin, these lightweight yet warm gloves offer excellent thermal insulation and efficient, direct power transmission between your hands and your trail poles, essential for maximum control and efficiency when running.
Comfort is not forgotten, with the outside of the gloves made from flexible Softspan, ensuring perfect adaptability and fit, while the inside is lined with soft material, ensuring optimum comfort throughout your ride. The palm is reinforced with high-quality AX Suede, complemented by silicone prints, giving you exceptional grip even in tough conditions. This is especially important when you need to grip rocky surfaces or handle equipment during your run.
What's more, Ultra Trail Storm gloves include an innovative over-glove integrated into the wrist. This extra feature is ideal for protection against sudden changes in weather and offers reinforced thermal insulation, a major asset for keeping your hands warm and functional, whatever the weather. In short, with Léki's Ultra Trail Storm gloves, you're equipped to face the challenges of ultratrails with confidence and comfort.
Features of the pair of gloves
| Features | Leki Ultra Trail Storm |
|---|---|
| Waterproofing | Yes |
| Insulating | No |
| Material | Nylon, Elastane, Polyester and Polyurethane |
| Season | Autumn / Winter |
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits
✅ Protects against cold and water
✅ comfortable
✅ for excellent manoeuvrability
Disadvantages
❌ Price
Our opinion on Leki gloves
This pair of gloves will help trail runners get the most out of winter conditions. With its adaptability, thermal and insulating properties, it's a particularly good glove. What's more, they provide the user with grip, a feature that is often overlooked in trail running.
Asics Hiver Basic: an excellent pair of gloves to combat the cold
Product presentation
This is our editorial darling. This pair of gloves from Asics offers great value for money.
The gloves are designed to be relatively light, giving runners the sensation of not wearing any. As a result, this pair of gloves is recognised by its users as being very comfortable.
As comfortable as they are, these gloves are also warm. Ideal for running in autumn, winter or early spring. These gloves are also breathable, so they won't overheat.
As well as the qualities of the gloves themselves, they are also affordable for everyone. Their price is a considerable advantage if you want a quality product without breaking the bank.
Features of the pair of gloves
| Features | Asics Winter Basic |
|---|---|
| Waterproofing | Yes |
| Insulating | No |
| Materials | Nylon, Elastane, Polyester and Polyurethane |
| Season | Autumn / Winter |
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits
✅ Value for money
✅ Comfortable
✅ Breathable
✅ Warm
Disadvantages
❌ None
Our opinion on Asics gloves
For our editors, this pair of gloves is the best compromise between thermal performance and price. With this product, Asics is making winter running and trail running accessible with a high-quality pair of gloves.
Gore Wear Windstopper Wear Thermo: the warmest pair of gloves for winter
Product presentation
The gloves, which incorporate insulation under a GORE® WINDSTOPPER® outer fabric, are designed to offer optimum protection against winter cold. They are ideal for cold-weather mountain escapades, where keeping hands warm is essential. GORE® WINDSTOPPER® technology provides remarkable versatility with its windproof, water-resistant and highly breathable properties, ensuring optimum comfort in a range of weather conditions.
The thermal lining of these gloves offers extra warmth, while being brushed and soft, providing pleasant contact with the skin. Reflective details, such as prints and logos, increase visibility for added safety. The absorbent material on the top of the thumb is a handy feature for wiping away sweat during intense exertion.
Comfort is further enhanced by an elasticated wrist for a snug fit and foam padding on the inside of the hand for extra protection. The fingers have silicone protectors and the forehand has a silicone print for improved grip and durability. With their polyester and elastane composition, these gloves combine strength and flexibility, making them an ideal choice for winter activities in the mountains, combining comfort with warmth retention.
Features of the pair of gloves
| Features | Gore Wear Windstopper Thermo |
|---|---|
| Waterproofing | Yes |
| Insulating | Yes |
| Materials | Polyester, silicone and elastane |
| Season | Winter (when it's really freezing) |
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits
✅ Thermal insulation
✅ moisture insulation
✅ Equipment robustness
✅ Comfortable
Disadvantages
❌ Price
Our opinion on Gore-Wear gloves
This pair of gloves is perfectly suited to running and trail running. Thanks to their properties, the gloves provide perfect protection from the cold and rain. You'll find them useful in the mountains.
Frequently asked questions
Why wear gloves when running?
Wearing gloves when running is important, especially in cold weather, as it helps to keep your hands warm and prevents them from going numb. Gloves also protect the skin on your hands from the cold and wind, which can cause chapping and dryness. What's more, some gloves have practical features, such as allowing you to use a touch screen or improving your grip on objects such as trail poles. In short, gloves improve comfort and protection when running in cold weather conditions.
How do I choose the right gloves?
When choosing gloves for trail running and running, keep these points in mind:
- Warmth: Choose thicker gloves for winter and lighter ones for milder weather.
- Waterproof and breathable: If you're running in the rain, take waterproof gloves that let your hands breathe.
- Comfort: Make sure the gloves fit well and are comfortable.
- Touchscreen compatibility: handy if you're using a smartphone or GPS watch while running.
- Grip: Check they have a good grip, especially if you're using accessories such as poles.
- Additional features: Like reflective elements for safety or a fabric to wipe away sweat.
- Wind protection: Important if you're running in windy areas.
Choose gloves that are suitable for the weather, comfortable, functional and durable.
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