'24-25 What "snow globes" do pro shops recommend?

The staff at pro shops have a keen eye for quality, having looked across a wide range of brands, tested them out on the snow themselves, and gathered feedback from users. So, we asked them to tell us which glove they most highly recommend from the new 2024-2025 models, and which are their second-best recommendations. If you're interested in multiple new models but can't decide on one, we've got a pair of gloves that have received high praise from experts for you to consider!

HESTRA｜Army Leather GORE-TEX 3-Finger

◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

These are over-cuff gloves similar to HESTRA's popular "HELI SKI" series. Simply put, they are a model from the "HELI SKI" series equipped with GORE-TEX. The inner glove liner cannot be removed, but the fully waterproof GORE-TEX inside makes these gloves the perfect choice for keeping you warm, dry, and comfortable in any weather. This model, which will be making its debut in the 2024-2025 season, is sure to be a hit!

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HESTRA｜Army Leather Wool Terry

◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

These gloves are reliable in every respect, from the feel of gear operation, to the warmth and comfort they offer. When new, they may feel a little tight to care for, but they will become more comfortable with use and there's no problem. The inner lining is also removable, so you can replace just the inner lining when the pile becomes worn, allowing you to wear them for a long time

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HESTRA｜Ergo Grip CZone Vernum

◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

This new model is made from smooth sheepskin. The waterproof and breathable "CZone" insert is made to fit each size, so there's no stiffness or discomfort when gripping the poles. It fits perfectly to the natural curve of your fingers, providing a comfortable fit. The ribbed wrists make it easy to tuck into your cuffs, making these gloves a truly well-made glove

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HESTRA | Ergo Grip Active

◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

The ErgoGrip poles are cut and sewn into a 3D shape for easy grip. They are also excellent at retaining heat, providing wind resistance and water resistance, making them easy to work on the snow, and are recommended for early spring backcountry activities

This is a model that almost all of our staff own. It's lightweight and perfect for situations where warmer gloves might be a bit too hot, such as at the beginning of the season, on backcountry tours, or during spring skiing.

It features Ergo Grip technology, with special stitching at the finger joints to provide a gripping sensation as close to bare hands as possible. This makes it incredibly easy to move your fingers, especially in backcountry settings where you're often working on the snow, or when teaching children to ski. This

popular model often sells out in stores by March when spring skiing begins, so you should get yours early. It also offers excellent warmth, wind resistance, and waterproofing, making it ideal for working on snow and recommended for spring backcountry skiing.

These gloves are essential for backcountry hiking. Featuring a polyester liner, they offer a moderate level of warmth compared to other models in the lineup (31190 ERGO GRIP ACTIVE WOOL TERRY with wool liner, 32140 ERGO GRIP TACTILITY without liner), making them comfortable for use from the depths of winter through spring.

The palm is made of goatskin for high durability. The joints of each finger are cut and sewn in a 3D shape with an inward curve, providing an excellent grip. You can perform almost any task without removing the gloves. The only downside might be that once you use these stress-free gloves, you'll find it difficult to go back to using other gloves (laughs).

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HESTRA｜Ergo Grip Active Wool

◆Official website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

This wool-liner version of the Ergo Grip Active is a classic backcountry and spring glove. The supple goat leather palm and the comfortable wool lining are addictive. The fingertips are shaped for easy maneuverability, so you won't need to remove them while you're out and about, and the wool keeps them from getting too stuffy

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HESTRA｜Fall Line

◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

Full leather gloves made from cowhide. The liner is removable. (Only the Almond White version uses goatskin.)
Some people dislike five-finger gloves because their fingertips get cold when they are in the snowy mountains for a long time, but these gloves offer excellent warmth and are recommended even for those people. The liner is HESTRA's standard five-finger Patrol liner, filled with their unique G-LOFT polyester insulation.

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HESTRA｜Topo 3-Finger

◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

This three-finger model combines the maneuverability of a five-finger glove with the warmth of a mitten. Each finger, from the middle finger to the pinky, is independent. It provides a secure fit while maintaining excellent warmth. This lightweight short-cuff model features a Velcro cuff with neoprene on the palm side that fits securely around the wrist

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HESTRA｜Wakayama Mitt

◆Official website:https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/

The body is lined with Primaloft and the inner lining is wool, making it very warm. The leather is very flexible and the poles are easy to grip. The inner lining can be replaced when it wears out, and the more you use it, the more it will fit your hand and the leather will change, making you grow to love it

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SALMON ARMS | CLASSIC MITT

◆Official Website:https://salmonarms.com/collections/gloves

There are so many designs that it's hard to decide on one, but they're so warm! The hem is simple and doesn't interfere with your jacket, so you can move freely! The reasonable price is also a plus, so you can get a few and enjoy coordinating them with your outfits, and they're becoming increasingly popular among fashionable people

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SWANY｜Alaska 3finger

◆Official Website:https://www.swanyglove.jp/

Even in scenes with temperatures well below zero, my hands never felt cold. They are suitable not only for the slopes, but also for backcountry skiing, where conditions can change dramatically. The leather is also very soft, and they become more comfortable with each use. I also like the way the gloves develop over time by applying plenty of glove oil

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SWANY｜Union Full Leather

◆Official Website:https://www.swanyglove.jp/

Just touch them and you'll be amazed! Soft, water-repellent goatskin leather! GORE-TEX insert for excellent water resistance and breathability. Featuring a unique Pre-Curve cutting that provides a bare-hand feel and exceptional operability. The more you use them and the more you care for them, the more they feel like your own bare hands.

Truly gloves that you "grow" with. Available in 9 sophisticated colors that can be matched with any outfit, too!

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THE NORTH FACE｜INFERNO SEEKER GLOVE

◆Official Website:https://www.goldwin.co.jp/tnf/

Lightweight and highly insulating despite its five-finger construction, these versatile gloves can be used in a variety of situations, even for delicate work, without your fingers getting cold