Details
- Alti mittens are fully seam taped and feature waterproof, breathable Gore-Tex inserts and integrated, removable liner mittens for maximum comfort and versatility
- Shells and liners are insulated with synthetic PrimaLoft® One on the backs of the hands and thumbs; palms are insulated with fleece
- PrimaLoft insulation resists water, dries quickly and insulates when damp
- Mittens feature Pittards® Armortan® leather palms to maintain grip in wet conditions and guard against wear from ropes and ice tools
- Pile fleece palm lining in the shells and liners keeps hands warm while gripping tools and working with gear
- Precurved construction and a 3-panel thumb design mimic hand shape for good dexterity and easy grip of gear
- Liner mittens have internal pockets on the backs of the hands that hold hand warmer packets (sold separetely) to boost the warmth on especially cold days
- Gauntlet closures seal out cold air and are easy to adjust
- Outdoor Research Alti mittens include removable wrist cords that secure the mittens to your wrists
- Hook-and-loop tabs hold liners in place inside the shells
- Average weight per pair, size Large, is 12.8 oz.
Imported.
Specs
| Best Use | Snowsports, Mountaineering |
|---|---|
| Palm Material | Pittards leather |
| Fabric | Ripstop nylon |
| Lining Fabric | Polyester fleece |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type Of Waterproofing | Gore-Tex waterproof breathable insert |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| Insulation | PrimaLoft One polyester fibers |
| Removable Liner | Yes |
| Removable Liner Fabric | Nylon |
| Removable Liner Insulation | PrimaLoft One polyester fibers |
| Glove Leash | Yes |
| Gender | Unisex |
Size chart
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
| Length | 6.5 - 7 | 7 - 7.5 | 7.5 - 8 | 8 - 9 | 9 - 9.5+ |
| Hand Circumference | 6.5 - 7.25 | 7.25 - 8 | 8 - 8.5 | 8.5 - 9.5 | 9.5 - 10+ |
Sizing notes
Measure around a flat hand at the knuckles; do not include your thumb. Also measure your hand length from the base of your palm to the end if your middle finger. Use the larger of the two measurements to select your glove size.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ChangChengMi from
Extremely warm in subzero conditions
These are fantastic mittens, incredibly warm. Though I've not had them in as cold conditions as some other reviewers, I was glad of them this last weekend when it was -25C (-13F) out in the mountains. They are exceptionally warm and your hand warms up very quickly (from frozen numb, say after taking a pic or tying your shoe).
I usually only use the inner mitten, which is more than warm enough for biking around the city in winter (which can be -5C to -10C) and I add the outer layer when out in the hills at temps below that.
Haven't had them in the rain but they're goretex so I imagine they'd stay dry. Thoroughly recommended - just don't lose them because they're pricey!
Date published: 2016-01-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JNelson22 from
Worth every penny!
This was a gift to myself... These gloves are insanely warm, well built, and verstile. This past year in MN has been burtal, however it has provided a ton of great opportunities to really put these to the test. The coldest I have had these outside has been -23f with a windchill of -52f. I do a lot of winter hiking and spend a fair amount of time outside- both active and standing/sitting while ice fishing etc. The sizes run a little big, however just buy a size smaller than you think you need. As warm as they are, they also warm up fast... I tend to run hot so I will remove the inside liner and pack that away, and just wear the shell, which is PLENTY warm. In fact either glove can be worn alone and still be sufficient. Overall these gloves were exspensive (def. the most exspensive i've ever bought), but worth every PENNY! I look forward to many many years ahead!
Date published: 2014-01-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
laubacherpatrick from
OR Alti Mittens
A very warm mitten. Probably a bit overkill but have used on Rainier, Adams, and Hood. Fingers were warm and sometimes too warm. Grip is very good for mittens for griping(ice axe trek poles)Starps are great for cinching mitt tight against your jacket. A bit pricy but a great product
Date published: 2012-09-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Hubey from
Only $20 a finger
First use of new mittens today coming down Ascutney in S VT. 9 degrees with mild wind and snow flurries. I have Renaud's Syndrome, so my hands and feet get cold easily; once cold they stay cold. Once my hands warmed up from having lunch wearing my liner gloves the OR Altai were toasty as I walked down. Worth every penny to be able to have been out today and future cold days.
Date published: 2015-01-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BBAK from
Massive warmth with minimal weight
Hiking in the Alaska range yesterday it was -20F. My hands were toasty in these all day. Strongly recommend for any activity below zero!
Date published: 2013-11-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
IPA 496 from
Seriously Warm
These mitts keep me seriously warm and I don't need chemical hand warmer packets. So far I have only tested them to -16 Fahrenheit with a -40 windchill but they kept my hands nice and toasty after a few hours outside.
I really like the adjustable leash option. It is nice because you can choose to use the leash or not. Some gloves have that big wide elastic leash that must be worn at all times when wearing the glove/mitt but this design is much more desirable.
The SuperCinch gauntlet closure feature is top notch. These mitts are seriously so easy to tighten and loosen the gauntlet. It is the best closure system I have ever seen on a glove/mitten. Keep the warmth in and keep the snow out!
I tend to wear these with a very thin moisture wicking liner so I can pull my hands out when I need high dexterity to grab keys out of my pocket or something of that nature. That being said, the dexterity with the mitts on is better than I expected. I can still start up and operate the choke on my snowblower just fine while wearing these mitts.
If you are considering buying these mitts, do it. They are worth every penny and I am extremely happy with my purchase. If you live in a cold climate they are a must have. I could not be happier with my purchase. Your hands will thank you.
Date published: 2015-01-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JonPA from
Excellent
Truly a great mitten. Hunting in single digit weather the mitten still kept me warm. They are expensive but definitely worth the cost if you are in cold temps.
Date published: 2013-11-10
Rated 3 out of
5
by
tdnb from
not for skiing
great mitts, but there's no way to wrap your hands around your poles. they are just too bulky. oh well.
Date published: 2016-01-09
Size chart
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
| Length | 6.5 - 7 | 7 - 7.5 | 7.5 - 8 | 8 - 9 | 9 - 9.5+ |
| Hand Circumference | 6.5 - 7.25 | 7.25 - 8 | 8 - 8.5 | 8.5 - 9.5 | 9.5 - 10+ |
Sizing notes
Measure around a flat hand at the knuckles; do not include your thumb. Also measure your hand length from the base of your palm to the end if your middle finger. Use the larger of the two measurements to select your glove size.
Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ChangChengMi from
Extremely warm in subzero conditions
These are fantastic mittens, incredibly warm. Though I've not had them in as cold conditions as some other reviewers, I was glad of them this last weekend when it was -25C (-13F) out in the mountains. They are exceptionally warm and your hand warms up very quickly (from frozen numb, say after taking a pic or tying your shoe).
I usually only use the inner mitten, which is more than warm enough for biking around the city in winter (which can be -5C to -10C) and I add the outer layer when out in the hills at temps below that.
Haven't had them in the rain but they're goretex so I imagine they'd stay dry. Thoroughly recommended - just don't lose them because they're pricey!
Date published: 2016-01-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JNelson22 from
Worth every penny!
This was a gift to myself... These gloves are insanely warm, well built, and verstile. This past year in MN has been burtal, however it has provided a ton of great opportunities to really put these to the test. The coldest I have had these outside has been -23f with a windchill of -52f. I do a lot of winter hiking and spend a fair amount of time outside- both active and standing/sitting while ice fishing etc. The sizes run a little big, however just buy a size smaller than you think you need. As warm as they are, they also warm up fast... I tend to run hot so I will remove the inside liner and pack that away, and just wear the shell, which is PLENTY warm. In fact either glove can be worn alone and still be sufficient. Overall these gloves were exspensive (def. the most exspensive i've ever bought), but worth every PENNY! I look forward to many many years ahead!
Date published: 2014-01-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
laubacherpatrick from
OR Alti Mittens
A very warm mitten. Probably a bit overkill but have used on Rainier, Adams, and Hood. Fingers were warm and sometimes too warm. Grip is very good for mittens for griping(ice axe trek poles)Starps are great for cinching mitt tight against your jacket. A bit pricy but a great product
Date published: 2012-09-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Hubey from
Only $20 a finger
First use of new mittens today coming down Ascutney in S VT. 9 degrees with mild wind and snow flurries. I have Renaud's Syndrome, so my hands and feet get cold easily; once cold they stay cold. Once my hands warmed up from having lunch wearing my liner gloves the OR Altai were toasty as I walked down. Worth every penny to be able to have been out today and future cold days.
Date published: 2015-01-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BBAK from
Massive warmth with minimal weight
Hiking in the Alaska range yesterday it was -20F. My hands were toasty in these all day. Strongly recommend for any activity below zero!
Date published: 2013-11-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
IPA 496 from
Seriously Warm
These mitts keep me seriously warm and I don't need chemical hand warmer packets. So far I have only tested them to -16 Fahrenheit with a -40 windchill but they kept my hands nice and toasty after a few hours outside.
I really like the adjustable leash option. It is nice because you can choose to use the leash or not. Some gloves have that big wide elastic leash that must be worn at all times when wearing the glove/mitt but this design is much more desirable.
The SuperCinch gauntlet closure feature is top notch. These mitts are seriously so easy to tighten and loosen the gauntlet. It is the best closure system I have ever seen on a glove/mitten. Keep the warmth in and keep the snow out!
I tend to wear these with a very thin moisture wicking liner so I can pull my hands out when I need high dexterity to grab keys out of my pocket or something of that nature. That being said, the dexterity with the mitts on is better than I expected. I can still start up and operate the choke on my snowblower just fine while wearing these mitts.
If you are considering buying these mitts, do it. They are worth every penny and I am extremely happy with my purchase. If you live in a cold climate they are a must have. I could not be happier with my purchase. Your hands will thank you.
Date published: 2015-01-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JonPA from
Excellent
Truly a great mitten. Hunting in single digit weather the mitten still kept me warm. They are expensive but definitely worth the cost if you are in cold temps.
Date published: 2013-11-10
Rated 3 out of
5
by
tdnb from
not for skiing
great mitts, but there's no way to wrap your hands around your poles. they are just too bulky. oh well.
Date published: 2016-01-09
