Pearl Izumi PRO Amfib winter gloves reviewed

March came in like a lion in my part of the country. That’s fine as long as it goes out like a lamb like it’s supposed to. The cold temperatures and fresh dump of snow had me reaching for the Pearl Izumi PRO Amfib winter gloves. These paw protectors are hefty where they need to be without being bulky.

The insulation for your hands and fingers is Primaloft Gold. It’s made of many thin fibres that trap air to keep you warm. The synthetic insulation is also water-resistant and breathable. At 130 g/m, this Primaloft Gold is on the heavier end of the weight spectrum, but used in a glove, the insulative properties far exceed any bulk, which is minimal.

To help keep your hands dry from snow and slush, the soft shell is coated with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish. The inner liner and back of the thumbs are fleece. Inside, the fleece makes everything feel toasty and comfortable. On the back of the thumb, well, I like how that fleece is easy on my nose when it comes to managing the drips. Of course, the advantage gloves have over lobster claws and mitts is that you can get precise pressure on a nostril with your finger when you are setting up to fire a snot rocket. Ah, the beauty and elegance of winter riding.

Other nice touches on these gloves are the Clarino synthetic leather on the palms for durability. Hook-and-loop closures at the wrists snug everything up to keep the wind from sneaking in. The PI logos, strips just below the knuckles and on each index finger are reflective. Even though the days are getting longer, it’s great to have that added bit of visibility when that sun is low in the sky.

The advantage gloves have over lobster claws and mitts is that you can get precise pressure on a nostril with your finger when you are setting up to fire a snot rocket. Ah, the beauty and elegance of winter riding.