Review: Black Diamond Tour Glove

While advertised for skiing, the Black Diamond Tour Glove is a versatile, lightly insulated leather mitt that’s equally as suited for hiking, trail running, hunting, farm work, and just about any other outdoor pursuit ’round these parts. The leather exterior provides good protection against thorns, brush, and branches, while the synthetic lining offers just enough warmth to keep your fingers toasty on chilly mornings. (For a version with a natural, wool liner, check out the Tour Pro Glove). I’ve found that both gloves handle wet conditions decently well, too, but the linings can wet-out with prolonged exposure to rain or sleet. They dry out quick, though, especially next to a blazing fire. And thanks again to the leather construction, you don’t have to worry about burning them like you would a synthetic glove. If I were smart, I’d buy a few pairs while they’re still in production—yep, the gloves are that good. Available at blackdiamondequipment.com; $100 for the Tour Glove, $130 for the Tour Pro.