Ice climbing is a delicate, precision-driven sport, and the gear that goes along with it needs to be built in the same way. That's exactly how Outdoor Research developed the new BitterBlaze Gloves, designed to deliver the dexterity, durability, and warmth that ice and mixed climbers demand. This groundbreaking glove pair uses the waterproof trustworthiness of GORE-TEX®, the resilience of Pittards® Oiltac goat leather, and the revolutionary warmth of PrimaLoft® Aerogel insulation used in NASA space travel.

This compression-resistant thermal barrier is patterned over the palm and fingers of each glove, with multiple panels that allow retention of grip and freedom of movement. Each customized Aerogel insert reduces heat loss from freezing cold elements, like ice, rock, tools, and rope, allowing you total focus on the task at hand. Detailed down to the very last seam, the BitterBlaze Gloves also include a carabiner loop for easy storage, pull-on loop for no-fuss application, an elasticized wrist for further range of motion, and hook and loop wrist closures to trap in heat and fasten gloves securely. Go on, get out there, and kick some ice with the BitterBlaze Gloves on hand.

• Fabric Performance:
  • Waterproof
  • Windproof
  • Breathable
  • Ultra-Tactile
  • Wicking
  • Pittards Oiltac Leather Palm
  • Primaloft® Encapsulated Aerogel Palm
• Design Features:
  • Carabiner Loop
  • Pull-on Loop
  • Glove Clip
  • Protective Overlays on Critical Seams
• Functional Details:
  • Hook and Loop Wrist Closure
  • Undercuff Construction
  • Pre-Curved Construction
  • Elasticized Wrist

Materials

• Fabric:
  • GORE-TEX® XTRAFIT® insert
  • 85% nylon
  • 15% spandex stretch nylon twill shell
  • Pittards® Oiltac goat leather palmwater-resistant goat leather overlay
  • Primaloft® Gold Insulation 100% polyester 133 g/m2 on back of hand
  • Primaloft® Aerogel 1.5mm palm

Size and Fit

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