The warm and comfortable Gordini Cache Gauntlet glove is waterproof and breathable and uses a blend of rugged poly canvas shell and synthetic leather materials. They utilize the Primaloft insulation for warmth, while the water-resistant Clutch synthetic leather fingers, a moisture-wicking inner lining, and AquaBloc waterproof inserts work in synergy to keep your hands dry and protected. The Clutch synthetic leather is more abrasion-resistant and breathable than standard cowhide leather used on most gloves, and of course, is vegan friendly. AquaBloc is Gordini’s proprietary waterproof, breathable, and windproof insert technology that allows moisture accumulated from within the glove to escape and provides exceptional breathability and enhanced warmth and comfort in any condition. They feature convenient leash and cuff pull tabs for easy on and off and adjustable wrist straps.
They retail for $89.99 and come in men’s and women’s models. The men’s version comes in Light Grey Gunmetal, Black, Tan Black color schemes, SM, MD, LG, XL, and XXL sizes. The women’s comes in Light Grey/Potent Purple, Light Grey Gunmetal, Tan Black color schemes, SM, MD, and LG sizes.
Impressions
The Cache Gauntlet gloves are extremely comfortable and provide what I consider the perfect blend of warmth and dexterity, without comprising on either. They provide enough room to let your fingers wiggle around inside without them feeling sloppy or causing any binding issues. The Primaloft insulation offered plenty of warmth on cold days, yet they were still tolerable on warmer sunny outings. The insulation is thick enough to offer warmth and padding for comfort without losing feeling when holding onto things or making gear adjustments. The gloves had more than enough dexterity and grip when using ski poles and adjusting boots without any unwanted bulkiness.
They kept my hands warm on some pretty chilly days while skiing, even during those viciously windy days when the cold creeps in through the gloves seams and every nook and cranny, making your hands and body feel like an iceberg. The gloves were roomy enough so that if you needed to warm your hands, you could curl your fingers up into a ball and let them rewarm themselves. You could use a chemical handwarmer packet to let you swing the gloves into some pretty icy cold temperatures, in conditions that a mitten is a much better alternative.
They aren’t the best when the temperatures go deeply below zero while out at a ski resort. The biggest issue while skiing/boarding is that you tend not to produce much body heat, so your extremities can take the brunt of colder temperature fluctuations. When it gets into the artic temperature range, you’re better off going with a mitten or more heavily insulated gloves, but you greatly lose dexterity.
The gloves AquaBloc windproof and waterproof inserts kept my hands warm and dry in a vast array of conditions, from deep powder days when you’re covered head to toe in the snow to those wet spring-like days. They were still extremely breathable, so my hands didn’t sweat or feel like they overheated when the temperatures moderated.
The mix of durable canvas and abrasion, and water-resistant Clutch synthetic leather offered a breathable and long-lived glove that will see you through many seasons. The knuckles have some extra padding for protection which was nice when tree bashing, while the fingers have some articulation for easier bending and greater longevity.
There is an extra layer of Clutch synthetic leather on the palms, the inside of the thumb, outer index finger, and the tips of all the fingers for additional durability in high wear zones.
The leash system was handy when taking your gloves on/off when riding the lift or on the slopes, so you don’t accidentally drop them. It was simple to pull the leash system’s elastic cuff up over my jacket, and it stayed snug enough not to slip off or feel like it was overly binding around my arm. The cord was long enough to allow me to perform almost any activity without the glove getting in the way.
The Gauntlet cuff pull tabs made it easy to take the gloves on and off. The drawcord and wrist strap offered plenty of adjustment to keep the gloves snugly and comfortably on my hands. The wrist strap had a large plastic puller for tightening, and the buckle offered simple loosening capabilities as needed. The cuff’s drawcord closure allowed you to seal up the glove and prevent errant air intrusion and pulling the end of the elastic cord tightened things down, while the plastic spring cord lock on the cuff pull tab provided loosening. All of the adjustments were easily made while wearing the gloves, allowing your hands to stay toasty warm.
Bottom Line
The Gordini Cache Gauntlet Gloves are waterproof, breathable, comfortable, warm, durable, and offer many functional features. The Primaloft insulation has lots of warmth for almost any condition, and the padding provides additional plushness and comfort. Even with that insulation, the glove still has plenty of dexterity to hold onto your poles and adjust gear. The blend of the poly canvas shell and Clutch synthetic leather materials offers excellent durability and breathability and includes doubled-up Clutch sections in high wear zones. Their AquaBloc membrane technology offers a wind and waterproof liner to keep your hands warm and dry, while the moisture-wicking inner lining keeps things comfortable. The leash system prevents you from dropping gloves while on the lift, and the functional cuff system has easily adjustable wrist straps and a cuff drawcord. This was my go-to glove for the ski season!
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