With winter creeping up on us and ski season right around the corner, now is the time to pull out the cold weather clothing and make sure that it all still fits the kids.
Kids ski jacket, trousers, hat, and scarf are all essential for keeping your little ones warm and dry during icy spells. However, the part of the body that is most susceptible to the effects of the cold, are the hands. And for that, you need good ski gloves.
A good pair of best kids ski gloves will keep away painfully cold hands and numb fingertips, which can quickly ruin a family day out in the snow.
We have put together a list of our top 3 ski gloves for kids; taking the guesswork out of your next purchase.
The best way to keep your child’s hands warm
The best way to keep your child’s hands warm during the ski season is with a pair of high quality, insulated, waterproof gloves.
Kids ski gloves are designed specifically to be used in icy, snowy conditions and will work as a barrier against the cold and wet.
Why is waterproofing so important?
Whilst kid’s gloves are not usually 100% waterproof, as they still have to be breathable. Being water repellent, however, stops the ingress of water which will lead to wet hands that will get very cold, very quickly.
The most important tip when in snowy conditions is to stay as dry as possible, head to toe.
How does insulation determine the quality of ski gloves?
There are many different types of insulation, from cotton to goose down, to synthetic fibers such as ‘Thinsulate’.
Each insulation has its pros and cons, but glove quality is usually determined by the effectiveness of the insulation.
Why is breathability such an appreciated feature of good kids ski gloves?
Having a ski glove that is ‘breathable’ makes a huge difference to comfort and wearability.
If a glove is not breathable all the heat and sweat will be trapped inside, leading to hot, wet and clammy hands.
A breathable glove will still keep the hands warm, whilst allowing moisture and excess heat to escape.
Our Pick for best ski gloves for kids
MAGARROW Kids winter Gloves
Stand out features.
The Magarrow kid’s winter gloves utilize a classic 5 finger design, suitable for both boys and girls. With a sporty feel and great looks, there are 6 different color options to choose from and sizes ranging from 6y to 10y.
There is tight to the wrist cuff, an adjustable velcro strap and a built-in clip together clasp to avoid loss whilst their off the hands.
Waterproof:
These gloves are windproof, but not waterproof, which may deem these unusable in the snow and rain.
Breathability:
At the cost of waterproofing, these gloves are incredibly breathable, making these a very comfortable glove to wear for long periods of time.
Insulation:
Insulation comes in the form of synthetic polyfill. This insulation is lightweight and comfortable, but not best suited to the coldest of weathers.
Value for money:
Overall this budget glove is a good buy for cold, but sub-zero weather and is good value for money if you do not intend to take these in the snow.
- Loads of color options.
- Sporty design
- Breathability
- Very comfortable
- Lack of waterproofing.
- More expensive for larger sizes.
- Not the best quality insulation.
Andake Ski Mittens for Girls and Boys
Stand out features.
The Andaki ski mittens are a unisex glove that features a mitten design, a large velcro wrist strap and elasticated knitted cuff.
The gloves are big to wear and make it difficult to perform most tasks without taking them off. They are, however, incredibly warm and perfect for snowballs!
Waterproof:
The Andake ski mittens are made with an internal waterproof layer made out of TPU.
The outside of the gloves are also treated with a water repellant spray.
Breathability:
Despite the excellent waterproofing, these gloves are still breathable and comfortable for hours of use.
Insulation:
By using 3m Thinsulate, these gloves offer some of the best insulation at this price point.
Tested for use in temperatures as low as -4˚F, these gloves will serve your kids well in the coldest of conditions.
Value for money:
These gloves are fantastic value for money and a great choice for the kids.
If needing to use their fingers is not a priority, then these gloves are a great option.
- Value for money
- Great insulation
- Very comfortable
- 2 forms of waterproofing
- Mitten design might not be practical.
- Knitted cuff might get wet in deep snow.
VBG VBIGER winter Gloves
Stand out features.
The VBG VBIGER winter gloves are another unisex 5 finger glove with a sporty design and great looks.
They have a large wool cuff that keeps the snow out and the wrists warm. No strap makes them easy to put on and pull off.
They are ‘snow and splash-proof’ but not waterproof.
Waterproof:
Unfortunately, these kids gloves are not waterproof, but they are resistant to splashes and light use in the snow.
Breathability:
The lack of waterproofing makes these a very breathable glove, however, the fleece lining might cause clammy hands after a few hours of use.
Insulation:
Insulation comes in the form of cotton padding. This is a very old technology, but still effective at keeping the hands warm in sub-zero conditions.
Value for money:
These are a budget glove, but still the most expensive on the list. At this price, we would like to see better waterproofing, and maybe some more modern insulation.
- The classic 5 finger design.
- Breathability is excellent.
- Suitable for very cold weather.
- Not waterproof.
- Only 2 color options (pink and blue)
- Not very advances in technology for the price.
Conclusion
A pair of winter kids gloves are incredibly important for allowing your kids to make the most out of the cold weather.
cold hands and numb fingertips can quickly turn a snow day or ski trip sour, potentially ruining a holiday or day out with the family.
A pair of high-quality, well-insulated, waterproof gloves are the best way to ensure your kid’s hands keep warm and dry.
We hope that you learned something from our top 3 best kids ski gloves and wish you a fun-filled winter!
Stay warm, stay dry and enjoy.