Black Diamond  Waterproof Overmitts

These overmits are very light and breathable. I purchased them to keep in my pack as an emergency layer to go overtop of my gloves without adding extra bulk. I had to use them during an emergency high in the alpine and they were great - they blocked the wind, kept my hands warm, and kept the snow out of my wrists, thanks to the draw cord. I was disappointed to see that they had small rips in the side on one glove. I had not done much more than use my poles. They were a splurge for me and it was disappointing to see that they aren't all that durable. Despite that, once patched they'll be back in my pack for the next emergency. I still recommend them.

They keep my hands dry when digging snow pits and warm when the temps drop and winds are howling on ridge tops. They are super lightweight and pack down small to fit inside a pocket. I bought size med and they fit over medium winter gloves comfortably. Highly recommend especially if you go out ski touring, or spend all day outside in all conditions. Prefect to bring on your fall/spring hiking trips in the PNW or any areas where precipitation is in the forecast.

I got these as the waterproof outer layer of a mitten system. The great part is they add durability to liner gloves,which don't alway stand up to wear. Liners can be switched out depending on how much warmth is needed. Or use them alone in a rainstorm to keep hands dry in warmer weather. Another nice feature is liners can be removed if wet, allowing the glove system to dry faster. Overall, the fit is good over liners of various thicknesses. The fabric is durable & waterproof, with minimal seams to fail. The drawstring toggle closure is easy to use with the other mittened hand, which is essential. Very happy with my purchase.

I specifically bought my overmitts for my trip to climb Kilimanjaro. It turned out to be the smartest purchase of the trip. I have the BD Mercury Mitts and the Guide gloves and I brought Both just because. I ended up wearing the Mercury Mitts with liner gloves and the BD Overmitts on top. It was -12 degrees F on the summit and it snowed and sleeted from before Stella Point to Uhuru Peak. My hands were dry and warm. My Mercury Mitts would have been wet & destroyed had I not had the Overmitts. Bravo BD! Bravo!

The Overmitts were exactly what I was looking for to add warmth and waterproofing to my regular mitts and gloves. In fact, I bought two pair to keep in two places. Unfortunately, I found they didn't breath well -- too hot and too cold depending on the weather. Also recently one of the mitts got a hole from a mild impact. They are made of gore-tex but it sure doesn't seem like it. To top it off, Black Diamond said they were out of warranty so won't offer a replacement.

As a ski patroller and avid backcountry skier, I wanted something I could depend on during our subzero Montana winters. I have trusted the Black Diamond brand since its roots as the Great Pacific Iron Works. These overmitts didn’t disappoint. I needed a bombproof wind and waterproof shield to go over my woolen mittens and got EXACTLY what I needed.

I had been eyeing these last year, bought a M pair & returned them because too big. My palm to middle finger tip is 6-1/2”. XS size fits perfect over all of my finger type in gloves, to instantly make my own gloves waterproof, wind proof & gives an extra layer! I can fit a thin or bulky pair under & they feel great !

I bought these mitts to use when I experienced really wet conditions, either hiking/backpacking or skiing. The first time I used them was a full day of hiking in heavy rain and just a few hours in my hands were wet. I tried them over my liners and then my liners ended up wet as well. These will likely help in very light, on and off rain as water "resistant" but don't buy them if you are expecting waterproof mitts. I returned.

I used these primarily as a ski over mit with fleece gloves underneath. first used on a powered day that turned into rain. hands and fleece gloves stayed dry all day. the gloves have no insulation are thin and easily stow in a jacket pocket.

These overmitts are an indispensable part of my Winter kit. Pulled over a pair of fleece gloves they've kept my hands dry and warm in every kind of marginal sloppy conditions. There's no magic here. Just a rugged shell to keep your chosen pair of liner gloves out of the rain, wet snow and wind. They've never let me down.