Exactly what I was looking for.
I was looking for some heated gloves, as it's winter season and my Rev'IT! Summit H20 gloves won't cut it for temps below ~52 degrees (which sucks because I love them). I didn't want regular winter gloves because they'd be too big and bulky, so I was looking into heated gear. I didn't want to be tethered to my bike, so I did a bit of research but it looked like there weren't many battery-powered heated gloves out there. Then I found these, and decided to try them out. At first they were a bit bulky. I've only been wearing them for about a week now and they feel a bit more comfy, but I still need some time to get used to them. I've been stalling my bike out here and there because I just don't have the clutch dexterity with these gloves. Plus, when wrapping the gauntlet portion around my jacket sleeves, the battery kind of gets in the way and that area is bulky as well. That being said, it's all completely worth it. They have kept my hands super warm and toasty and, for the first time, I arrived at my job on a 40 degree day, took my gloves off, and my hands were warm. Amazing feeling! For city riding I noticed that my pinky and thumb get a little bit cold, but that's only because of heavy clutch and brake action. On the highway I don't think it's been a problem. The charge on full blast will hold about 2.5 hours, but that's hardly necessary, as you can get away with 2/3 power. I definitely recommend these to anyone considering them.
Perfect so far
I too bought these to replace my Revit Summit 2 H2O gloves that had too much air flow for cold (below 53 deg) and insulated my hands from my heated grips. I was 2 Hrs into a 9 Hr 53 Deg day with my hands getting very cold with 53 Deg outside. Stopped by a motorcycle shop and picked these. Very comfortable, the battery had been recently charged for the demo unit at the store and it lasted the 9 hour ride in setting 1. Sometimes I used setting 2 and the last 20 mins I used setting 3 to see if it would last. They did. <br /><br />As someone said, the battery area can be tough but I was able to solve the problem by using the shorter side perpendicular to the arms. On short commutes I don't even use the battery and use my heated grips. They protect against wind well and allow the heat from my handgrips to conduct well. Very happy with the purchase.
Decent, until they don't work
They are comfortable, although a bit bulky. The right glove stopped heating after only FOUR MONTHS. Highway 21 has been unresponsive with all my attempts to contact them. They don't even list a phone number on their website which tells me they don't care about their customers, and they certainly dont stand behind their products.
Warm & safe, but not dry
These are NOT waterproof. The very first time I wore mine in the rain, my hands got wet and the gloves remained damp all day. Not sure why they are marketed as waterproof. :(
Well made, but not for sub-freezing temps.
These gloves are well made, and they'll keep you warm in most conditions above 40 degrees. For the long rides in sub freezing temps, do yourself a favor and go with the 12v Gerbing Vanguards.
Extreme Functionality: 7 years and still going strong!
Bought these in December 2017 and they have been a fantastic product, great for when you have multiple bikes and don't want to buy a controller for each one but still want heat in the winter. They're very warm, I run them on the 1st level with heated grips, or the second level without. Rarely ever need to put them on max.<br /><br />You can buy aftermarket 7V batteries that are larger capacity to get more battery life. I also wear them to shovel snow.<br /><br />The leather and stitching have held up, no accelerated wear or stitching coming apart.
Good glove. Bit pricey.
Been riding with these gloves a few days on my 35 min commute in 30 degree mornings. The pinky and thumb are a bit long but they fit well overall and give good mobility. Hands don't necessarily stay toasty but they certainly don't get cold, which I am really happy with. Especially since my hands are frozen writhin 10 min with every other cold weather glove I've tried. $188 for gloves was really a lot of money for gloves but hands didn't freeze so it was worth it.
Dead in two years
Shell construction and insulation are good, but the heating element in the left glove died after two years of light use. The LEDs light up, but there's no heat. For the price, something as simple as a heating element should last longer.
Where's the heat...?
Bought these based on reviews - charged them overnight per the instructions, tried them on the new day and took an hour walk around the neighborhood in mid-30's temps. <br />Left glove heat was almost non-existent, right glove only slightly better - certainly not worth the +$200 price tag and won't help on the bike. I'll try again when Klim gear is back in stock.<br />FYI - Size runs slightly small, if you're a med/large, get the large. Style is fine, would make a good glove for 40's / 50's if you don't want heat.
I wanted to like these but couldn't. Battery kept dieing and not holding a charge. I got a hold of the company to replace it thinking it was a one off problem. They did, a month later it happened again. In reality they're not that warm to begin with. Don't waste your time.
Do NOt BUYYYY
I live in st.louis and i ride a Ducati 2019 Panigale V4S all year long. I just ordered these gloves and had them for over a week. My first problem i had was after charging the batterys my left glove wouldnt heat up. I thought maybe it just needed more time but not the case becasue my right glove was heated up. The next day my right glove didnt heat up but then my left glove heated up. Im riding in temps of 30s and 40s already and these suck. I have not reached out to the customer service yet and i will too see if i can get a refund or a new ones sent to me but overall i am not satisfied with this product. Also the tips of the fingers are not as thick as the glove all around your hand so you can feel the cold still.
Perfect for desert winter nights
Got these to deal with night riding in Phoenix during the winter, and the work amazing. Battery life as advertised, super comfy fit, and the warmest gloves I've ever used!
Just what I wanted
Bought them for the ability to be heated without connection to the bike. The batteries are slightly bulky but once on the gloves fit very nice. The leather feels very soft right out of the box and the protections is where it should be. I highly rate them.
Amazing above 35 degrees
Amazing gloves to certain temperatures. I have heated grips to combine with these so my experience can be different if you don't. Any temperature above 35 degrees for long distance riding for 4 hours in my experience has been great never cold hands. But I encountered a 23 degree morning today and my hands were cold I even let the gloves and grips heat up before I got on the bike and 15 minutes down the road my fingers tips were cold. The palms of my hands and before the knuckles on my fingers were warm but the finger tips bout to be numb. <br />Will be trying these with some snowmobile mittens to block the wind and see if it works or I'm gonna be getting a new set of gloves if I can find some that is
Expensive but worth it.
This glove works well when the temperatures are in the 40s and 50s farenheit. With normal gloves my hands would get uncomfortably cold after 15 or 20 minutes of riding, but with these gloves they stay at a neuetral room temperature in the medium setting and I can ride for as long as I want. At the highest setting, I can feel the heat so I generally keep it at the medium setting. The highest setting would be good in the 30s or low 40s. I can't comment on the battery duration since my rides are generally less than 2 hours.<br /><br />I usually wear a medium sized glove but opted for the large and it fits fairly well (just a bit larger than I would like). I was afraid of getting the medium and it would be too small for me.<br /><br />It comes with knucle guards, but I'm not sure if these gloves are real leather. They feel synthetic to me. They are comfortable to wear. Only issue is the cost, they are expensive. But overall, for me they make riding enjoyable in cold weather so it was worth the price.
Cozy and warm but a little weird on the fit
Its my first winter riding as a commuter (~10 miles each way) so Im outfitting myself with warming gear. This pair of gloves seemed to be one of the better options. <br /><br />Pros: quite warm, even without the power turned on. So far Ive ridden a few degrees below freezing and even with just with the lowest power setting, theyre great. <br /><br />Cons: the fit on these gloves is strange. The gauntlet feels oddly narrow even when the Velcro strap is undone, so getting in and out is slightly tighter than Id like. But the weirdest is that the fingers are all a bit too long inside! Everything else is tight but I cant get my fingertips anywhere near the end of the fingers, making touch controls a little awkward. <br /><br />This might just be my hands but other non heated fit my finger length normally so I dont know. <br /><br />Overall though, they keep my hands warm in below freezing temps and thats what I wanted!
Rode today at 6° F
I've been struggling with my cold weather riding because of my hands. Even on the 16° day last year, my legs, covered only with light-weight khakis weren't bothered that much by the cold. I also added some heated grips to my ride last year but, they don't seem to have survived the summer. (I suspect chaffed wiring somewhere but, haven't investigated.) So, I purchased these gloves back in early October.<br /><br />Fitment: Using their sizing guide, I fell at 4.25", right smack in between L and XL. In the interest of not putting pressure on my fingers (restricting circulation as others have pointed out), I went with XL. The fit across the palm is spot-on. In fact, it's quite a snug fit to get my hands past the wrist cinch even when the Velcro strap is loose. But all the fingers are at least half an inch too long. While riding, only the thumb for the turn-signal switch is really an issue but, off the bike, trying to do something a simple as working a zipper (finding the pull under my neck) is near impossible because of the empty fingers. The battery in the cuff doesn't bother me in the least. I'm going to rate Fitment as "True" but, in my opinion, it only applies to the palm.<br /><br />Operation: Easy to use. I have turned a glove off while pulling them on, if I've turned them on to pre-heat them before donning. Not a big deal. After doing that twice, I just make a point to check after putting them on. Buttons are easy to use. I took a 200 mile test ride with them on 'low' for the whole ride (at mid 40s to mid 50s temps) and they worked for the whole 4 hours. I have yet to 'run the batteries dry'.<br /><br />Now to the meat of them: The first time I used them for my morning commute (my intended use) it was 36°. My fingers still got cold (I think I was still on 'low'), but not as bad as they had in years past. This morning, it was 6°! Pre-heated them while I was donning my rain pants (it wasn't raining, I just wanted to protect my legs a bit more from wind-chill), coat and helmet. By about 6 miles in (10 mile commute, city streets), the last joint or two of my fingers were still achingly cold. This was on the highest setting. My palms and back of my hands were cool but, OK. The first joint of my fingers were cold but, not achingly so. I really couldn't feel the heat at all but, overall, this is somewhat better than the heated grips were last year. It's better warming overall, since the grips only heat one side of hand. But they still struggle to keep the ends of my fingers anything approaching warm. (I also added a Memphis Shades Batwing fairing this fall, to knock down the wind on my hands. Can't say that's helping at all.)<br /><br />Overall, I'm calling these a 'Win' for extending my riding season. I think above 0°, I can still ride to and from work, as long as the road conditions support it. I was certainly less uncomfortable this morning at 6° than I was last year at 16° for the same commute. I hope they hold up as well as they appear they will.
Not waterproof.
Road in the rain today, they were soaking wet on the inside by the end of the ride. Wouldn't recommend if you are looking for waterproof gloves.
Great gloves for winter rides, heating element/wiring durability is questionable.
I commute about 45 miles each way on the highway in sub 30 weather and these gloves kept my hands comfortable on the highest setting. During heavy rain, the liner held up better than I thought meaning they didn't soak through all the way. Giving 2 stars since the right glove stopped producing heat and for the price, I was expecting them to last longer.
I will never go back to normal winter riding gloves
So first proper ride these tonight and I cant believe I hadnt done this sooner. Its currently 38°f (4°c) in Atlanta and 90% humidity and I just hopped on the interstate to visit my dad. Stayed between 75 and 80 mph for 30 minutes and on only the medium heat setting my hands were on the verge of sweating. No wind protection on the speed twin for my hands and I have never been so comfortable on a cold night ride. <br /><br />I was always hesitant to invest in heated gear because of all the wires and mess, but now that the battery powered gloves have come down to a price cheaper than Triumphs OEM heated grips I had to give it a shot. <br /><br />The dexterity is actually better than my Alpinestars winter riding gloves and they are waterproof (can confirm) and breathable (debatable but who cares its winter).<br /><br />In terms of sizing a Large in Revit fits me like a second skin. These are on the roomier side of the spectrum but I think sizing down wouldnt be too comfortable. Pro tip is to pre heat your gloves for 5-10 min on high before heading out the door and you will be cozy as can be!
Pretty good!
Keep in mind this is my first experience with heated gear. I commute to work about 13 miles, 90% of it being highway (60-80mph) speeds. I've been using a pair of Sedici waterproof gloves for the past couple years, and they've done the job, but just barely. In the 30s my hands would tingle, and if it dropped below freezing, they'd be in pain by the time I pulled into the parking lot. Enter the Highway 21 heated gloves.<br /><br />On fit, they are just a bit big for their size. I bought a medium which fits just a touch large on me, though I measure out between a medium and a large. I prefer my gloves pretty snug though. I am an 8.5 or 9 in Held, BTW. If the the battery pack isn't positioned just so, it sort of gets in the way under your wrist if you wear a watch. They are bulky, to be sure, but they're not so bad to where I feel like I will make mistakes and stall out the bike. I don't think there is such a thing as a thin heated glove. It's just a tradeoff for the warmth.<br /><br />Speaking of warmth, they are warm. I usually use medium, and have occasionally used high. They will not burn you as I've read some wired gloves will. I suppose that's a good thing, but I don't think they're the most powerful gloves. I have ridden into work in temperatures as low as 22F and still been comfortable. My fingertips start to get a bit cold, but it's nothing like my previous winter gloves. No pain.<br /><br />All in all, I would recommend these. I have 3 different bikes that I take to work and getting individual heat controllers for each bike was too much of an expense. Not to mention having to hook up and disconnect every time I ride. These gloves give me the most freedom and do a good enough job that I can commute in virtually any temperature.
Great gloves
I had some "winter" non-heated riding gloves and they were good to about 45 degrees (Virginia winters). That was fine, but I wanted to keep riding. These gloves are terrific down to about 20 degrees, even at highway speeds. <br /><br />Note, you will not be super warm at 20 degrees at highway speeds. Your hands will be chilled, but your hands are functional! That chill is nothing compared to terminal numbness that comes from gloves that are not heated at those temperatures. That's just painful. <br /><br />I usually switch them on to heat up at the same time I start the motorcycle to let it warm up. That gives them time to get toasty and starting off that way really helps. I have not tried them in wet weather yet. But they block the wind really well. <br /><br />I sized my hand according to the chart for an XL and they were a little big. Not a big deal, I really like these gloves a lot. <br /><br />Battery life is decent, though I've noticed the edge on the 3rd setting (the warmest) to lack after about 2 hours. That's OK, a back up set of batteries is probably a good idea for longer days. <br /><br />One tip: definitely unplug them from the battery when you're not using them. This could be anecdotal, but I found that even if I used them for a short period and left them plugged into the gloves, that the next time I used them they were not as warm. It's easy to do, I just have to remember. <br /><br />Highly recommend these gloves!
Not bad, could be better
That are better than nothing, but they need to be warmer. There is unevenness in the heating, with the pinky and ring fingers warmer than the middle and index. Also, the left glove is warmer than the right. The battery placement affects hand placement and wrist comfort and the batteries don't last long. Again, better than nothing and I'm kinda happy, but for really cold days, I need more. <br />The gloves also run small.
BEST HEATED GLOVES
GET THESE GLOVES! We all know the bitter cold of winter riding sucks, with wind-chill making your hands freeze and it's harder to work a clutch or break lever. If you're like me and suffer from Raynaud's syndrome (Google it, it's not fun) then it makes winter riding near impossible. I did extensive research on heated grips and heated gloves before ultimately deciding to try these. The reviews seem to be mixed so I was nervous that it wasn't going to be worth the price. I WAS WRONG! THESE GLOVES ARE AMAZING! Normally riding my bike in the low 40's or under while wearing my waterproof mid-season gloves, my hands are toast in 5 minutes. I tested these gloves in the mid 30's without heat and my hands were perfectly warm for 24/25 minute ride. Didn't even notice the wind or cold setting in until I was almost to work. I ride home in the low 30's with the heat set to the lowest and had no issues. My hands were comfortable. I've since tried it on medium and high heat. Medium seems to be perfect for me. It keeps my hands not just normal but so comfortable I almost forgot I was wearing heated gloves. High heat seems to make my hands sweaty, but maybe that'll be different in even colder weather? My one suggestion is to size down. Based on measurements in the size guide it said I would be a medium so that's what I got. They're a bit too big for my tiny hands but I can still ride with them better than snowboarding gloves. And bonus, my husband can wear them too! Honestly, I might buy myself a smaller pair so we can ride together without having to roshambo over who gets to use them. <br /><br />Moral of the story, these really are amazing heated gloves and I highly recommend them!
Good quality construction, but not what I expected. I ride in 2035f a lot and the gloves I would say are slightly warm on hi. The big problem that I see with all water proof leather gloves is they get wet inside from your hand perspiration, then heat or no heat you freeze.
Does what it claims with minor quirks
Excellent gloves. Someone else mentioned this and I think it should be noted that it only warms the back of your hands. It does not reach to the finger tips or palm side. Now I used this in conjunction with heated grips and was warm on a 40 degree day in CT. My left thumb on backside got too hot almost like a burn so I set that glove setting down to two. I was using some inner liner gloves as well. <br /><br />If felt tight at wrist area trying to wrap around leather jacket I was wearing.
JUST CALL ME JOHNNY FIREKNUCKLES
Just got back from a 30F ride. These are GREAT. I was layered up like I normally am, but with past leather gauntlets my fingers would still freeze up pretty quickly. I was comfy the entire time with these, even with some brief highway speeds. Theyre pretty bulky but youll adapt quickly. OR DIE. No no youll just adapt.
Thumbs up
Highly recommended for cold weather riding. Like anything though, they do have their limits. Above 40F I find that you really do not need them turned on, but below 30F you will feel some coldness if not high. Although I do not do much riding below 40.
Pain-free riding
Warm gloves even without the heat on. Mid-30s without heat and felt fine. I don't need to be toasty warm, just pain free. I don't mind a little chill. Low 30s on lowest setting was fine. Haven't been out yet in colder temps. If I go to Costco and buy winter gloves, XL is perfect. Sizing chart for these gloves put me in the L-XL range, but from previous experience with motorcycle gloves I ordered 3XL - they are snug but the right size for palm and finger length. Why are the sizes so off? Underside of fingers will get chilled from contact with grips and clutch/brake, but that seems to be the standard for heated gloves. Probably best paired with heated grips. A little bulky, yes, but not intolerable and not that different from my non-heated gloves
What a difference.
Im so glad I purchased these. I cheaped out originally and bought some cheap winter gloves that offered no protection on my commute. I rode in 45 and then 35 degree weather and my hands were in considerable pain. After using these however I can comfortably ride in 33 degrees and (using the highest setting) be perfectly comfortable. I am usually a md/lg in gloves so I went with the large size here and they are a bit too long in the fingers. Other than that no complaints at all
Mixed Feelings...
From the first time I put these gloves on, they were the most comfortable/best-looking leathers I have. At the same time, it took a few weeks of riding to get the right feel in the palm of my throttle hand. I would have to take my hand off of the throttle and readjust the glove in the palm area. <br />Warm gloves on setting 3 down to about 40 degrees before highway wind chill. Below that, the fingertips on my throttle hand would start to numb up (live in the Phoenix, AZ metro area so it doesn't get too much colder than about 30 degrees at worst).
Three Years and Still Going Strong!!
My hands get cold easily, with these gloves I can ride in temperatures near or below freezing.<br />Batteries last all day, unless you run them on high, medium or low heat is usually fine for me. As temperatures increase during the day the gloves are comfortable w/o the heat on. It is always good to carry an extra set of batteries in case the weather is really cold, or you forget to charge them in the hotel or home before the next ride.<br /><br />They have been exposed to hard rain for several hours at interstate speeds with no water leaks. <br />Also have had the typical amount of wet weather riding for shorter durations w/o any issues.<br />They are a bit bulky, but I don't have any problems working the switch gears with warm hands.<br />They make any cold weather ride more pleasant. <br /><br />Everyone I ride with now has a pair.
Great heated leather gloves.
I loves these gloves - had to go up one size for comfort. Love the fact that the battery is wireless as I did not want to deal with cords - only thing is you may need is to go up in size to accommodate the battery pack depending on how tight or loose you like to wear your gloves. The leather is an excellent quality - they heat up fast and last for about 2 hours on high. I highly recommend and have bought my husband and son the same pair!
The most comfortable, warm, and dry gloves I have ever owned in 44yrs of riding.
I have owned the Highway 21 Gloves for a month (January 2021). I live in Washington State's Pacific Northwest on the Olympic Peninsula and literally in a Rain Forest. I work as a mariner in the State Ferry System. My half-hour commute starts at 3:30am and the average temperature has been 38* Fahrenheit and it rains a lot! Today (January 26th) I went on a 4 hour drive and my gloves kept me warm the entire time on level II and literally died when I parked the bike! I plan to buy a second set of batteries for longer trips. I recommend these gloves to anyone in a wet and chilly (cold) climate.
Low 40's - good!
Bought these gloves last October, 2018, and with winter ahead, thought I would add my .02 worth. My sizing was dead center between M and L. Advised by geek to get the L and they fit perfectly. I do not have heated grips and for me, my fingers would get a little cold after an hour or so with temps. in the low 40's. As I get older, high 30's do not interest me for long rides so these gloves are working out fine. They are winter gloves so don't expect summer leather only feel - clutch and brake controls are easy to actuate (HD - Cruiser, no cowling). Batteries last much longer than advertised. I routinely got 5 hours out of them, alternating between low and medium, occasionally on high after getting a little cold. Never had them die out on me. For this year ahead, I did buy a spare set. Best tip I got from previous reviews - preheat before riding. Select High for a few minutes before riding, then to low and adjust up if / when needed. Glove buttons are easy to see and operate. I would buy them again.
Good gloves, but underperformed for the price.
I like them alright. That said, I still paid $210 plus tax! Now I did do this expecting to never worry about cold hands again. This is not the case. It was 33°F and I was at level 3 with the heat and still had hands too cold. These gloves are very good, but for that price, I expected better. I dont really have any other idea of heated gloves to compare these to, so maybe gloves that get hotter than this don't exist.<br /><br />I will also say, if you're inbetween sizes, pick the smaller one. My hand width measured inbetween large and xl, I went with large and have some finger tip length to spare. They fit a little big.<br /><br />I don't have heated grip or wind blocks on the handle bars, maybe those things accompaning with these gloves would make it better, but then you're talking another $210 or more.
Best $200 I ever spent
I live in NYC, when winter rolls around most riders trade in their bike for a metro-card or car keys. I wanted to find a pair of gloves that could handle temps in the mid to low 30s. The first time I used these gloves it was 45°F during the day, but had dropped to 25°F at night and the real feel was 14°F. Needless to say I did not check the weather that day. I set the gloves on full blast and road home, it was around 1am, so traffic was not a factor at this point. The ride took 25mins. By the time I got home my hands were starting to get numb. These gloves performed way beyond my intended purpose for them. I think assisted with heated grips, these gloves could do teens to single digits. <br />(BTW my hands get cold quickly, I have trouble getting things in my own freezer. Well maybe not that bad, but I do own 8 pair of glove and to types of insulators. None of them alone or combined have ever gotten close to the Highway 21s perfoamence.) <br /><br />The second time I used these gloves, it was in the low 40s and I road around for about 3 hours in medium heat (mostly highway). My hands were fine. For longer distance I would suggest backup battery packs. These gloves get a A+++, because there abilities are within reason my intentions. <br /><br />Only things I Dont like are; the charger time for the battery, and breaking in process for the glove. <br /><br />Im 6ft, 210lbs and I were a size large. The size chart had me in between XL and L. I ordered XL, way too big for me, but exchange was quick and easy cause ZLA is the best at that. Honestly if you were a size large or med or small in construction gloves then thats most likely your size. Size chart stuff drives me crazy. I really want to know whos hand they model that after. <br /><br />One last thing, do your research. These are not a pair of mittens youll forget on the bus. They serve a purpose, make sure they fit yours. Im a fairly new rider but Ive been a consumer all my life and so have you. Make sure your getting the best out of your hard eraned dollars.
OK. LIMITED BATTERY LIFE
They work ok but on the middle setting the fully charged batteries only last about an hour or so.
Runs way larger than normal
They seem nice, but we have not been able to test them because they run so huge. I wear a xl in most brands and maybe can squeeze in to some larges. I ordered a large and it was way too big. I exchanged for a medium and it is still too long in the fingers.
Hands cold
Not warm hands were dangerous cold no warmth in finger tips had to stop 3 times and warm hand on engine 40 min ride 36f
Ok....
Here is my beef! If you turn the heat off, these gloves are not as good as most of my winter gloves and with the heat on they are only marginally better on low and there is minimal life on high. I purchased a extra set of batteries for that reason.
Good for cold or maybe for cruiser riders.
Very nice quality but simply too bulky for me as is the majority of winter gloves. If I lived in a colder climate they would work but I returned them and continue searching for 40 degree gloves with more dexterity.
These gloves doubled my riding season
With another bitter NJ winter approaching, I keep these gloves ready to go. Batteries last for a few hours on max heat, even longer on low heat. If its warmer than 45 degrees out you dont even need to turn them on.
Awesome for short commute in cold morning
Works really well for short ride in winter cold days. Not ideal for long tour tho. Battery only last for 2-3 hours in high setting. Ridden in 19F morning for an hour and survived the commute. Wasn't comfortable but tolerable. Anything over 30F you will be more than fine.
great heated glove
Has the feel of a quality leather motorcycle glove, not a ski glove like some other heated stuff out there. insulation is soft and comfortable. the fit of the glove is mostly true to what i expected. I usually wear an xl or 2xl glove because of my long fingerd, so I chose 2xl on this and its right on. If your glove is too tight, it actually defeats the insulation because you mess with your circulation and dont have a little cushion of air around your skin.<br />The max setting on this glove kept me comfortable on my half hour ride to work on a dry and cold 25 degree day, on a naked bike with no fairings to block wind. I bet I will be good into the teens with this glove, and even lower with hand guards to block the wind first. <br />Cuff just fits over my jacket sleeve, so thats nice and I can close this glove with the battery in the cuff over the sleeve, keeping air out and making it easy to get to the buttons. <br />Very happy with this purchase. No more riding in snowboarding gloves with an extra liner glove and still having frozen fingers when I get to work.
Great Winter Gloves
I try to ride year round. With my previous setup my limit for my commute to work was 25 degrees. I could commute, but my hands would by cold 15 minutes into the ride and I'd barely be able to get my wheel lock on. I took my first ride with the gloves and the temperature was 25 degrees. At three clicks my fingers were warm the whole ride. This morning it was 21 degrees when I started my ride. At the highest setting my fingers were a little cold, but no other problems. <br /><br />Here are my cons on the gloves: <br /><br />As other people have noted they're a little bulky. <br />Another con is I wear a size small and my fingers don't reach the ends of the gloves. They're just a little too long - the width for me is perfect. <br />When I first tried them, it took some time for them to warm up. I normally turn them on right before I head to the garage to start the bike. By the time the bike is warm the gloves are nice and toasty when I hop on the bike. <br /><br />I'd recommend these gloves to anyone interested in riding year round.
Go small. Works great. Spendy.
Overall very satisfied. Ive used them down to the high teens while commuting. Hands stay perfectly comfortable - not hot, not cold. Battery life seems to meet expectations. Not bulky at all, had full dexterity for all controls. Not cheap, but absolutely work well, are sturdy without being bulky, and ultimately solved the problem of cold hands. I commute until freezing precipitation hits now.
Warm enough.
They will keep your hands warm down to about 40 F. <br />Your hands will not feel hot, just comfortable.<br />However, if your hands are in the wind they will be cold, so if it is windy or below 40 you will need overgloves and heated grips or big handguards. <br /><br />They are waterproof in the sense that your hands will stay dry. <br />But the waterproof liner is inside the outer shell, so the outer liner will get soaked. They dried overnight after riding for five hours in the rain. <br /><br />Buy extra batteries.
Bulky, But They Heat Well
These gloves are awkwardly bulky; they take some getting used to. However, they do the job for which I purchased them: keeping my hands warm down to 32-degree temps. I can comfortably commute to work in them in the cold & wind. I'd say they are slightly overpriced. They would be a good deal in the $150 range, but not $200+.
not bad
These gloves are getting a lot of love here but I wasn't terribly impressed, the batteries are bulky and stick in my wrist when they're velcroed down and heat is good but not in the palms. I still found myself with cold fingertips - but I ride all year and I should probably invest inn the wired up suits and gloves. perhaps I'm asking to much of them. but $200 is a lot for these and it's another bloody thing to plug in when I get home.
1 glove failed
When I bought the gloves last year, they worked great. second season the right glove no longer heats the lights come on but that's it. The left glove still works great. a bit expensive to be buying 1 set a year.
Warm!
Very warm for shorter rides. As long as you aren't doing an all day trip, these gloves will suffice. If you are going longer in the saddle you'll need handle bar covers or might want to consider something that connects to your jacket and the bike. But I have used them for a 2-3 hours on a middle or lower heat setting and had toasty hands as long as I needed them.
Battery can fall out without noticing while Riding
They are quite bulky and can be uncomfortable around the wrist with a thicker jacket. took them out the first morning it was cold enough to use them and on of the batteries fell out and i can only assume during riding. Had them when i left. One battery gone out of the glove when I got back. I wasnt using the heated feature at that time. The Velcro is okay but doesn't hold tightly for where the battery goes. They are not much use as heated gloves without a battery or power source.
Just what I needed
I bought these for 20F-30F weather for a bike with no windshield. So far they have worked great and I have found letting them warm up 20-30 minutes ahead of time really helps with the warmth. My rides are fairly short and I mainly went with the battery style glove for the convenience of pre-heating them in the house before my ride and these are meeting my expectations.
Just what I needed
Have been able to ride in 30-40 degree dry weather without my hands freezing. Could use some heating at the finger tips, to make it a perfect glove. <br />Very comfortable overall!
Worth it!
The charger is its own. It has a splitter at the end and a regular wall plug. I wouldnt ride in 37 degrees weather without them.
These gloves are a keeper
I'm a freak about gloves. Almost on the level of people who go nuts over shoes. I have more pairs of gloves than any other gear, and I've returned many pairs that were poorly manufactured or uncomfortable. Not these. These gloves are keepers. They fit true to size with enough room for a glove liner. They're well constructed and a top-quality leather glove with a slightly curved design. They do not require a break-in period. The heating elements warm up quickly, and I actually like these better than only having heated grips. I'm confident the battery life will meet my needs given that I ride year-round as long as there is no ice on the road. But on those super-cold, freezing temp days, seat time is in shorter durations so I'm not worried about battery life because if I select the High setting, I don't think it will be continuous. These gloves get pretty warm on High after a while. I expect to toggle between settings. The wrist cinch is nice, and even though the gauntlet is bulky with the battery, I won't have problems with any of my gear.
Nice warm gloves
I have used for about 2000 miles of cold weather riding. They keep your hands pretty warm. You don't need to have them on high to stay warm. I have ridden in the high 30s and they still kept my hands warm without heated grips.<br /><br />The battery is good for about 4 hours if you are conservative and don't keep them on high all the time. They can get hot enough to make your hands sweaty if you turn them up too high.<br /><br />They are pretty easy to get on and off and to get the gauntlet over your jacket sleeve. The touch they give you to the controls is pretty good for a cold-weather glove.<br /><br />They are expensive however. That would be my only complaint. I haven't worn them in the rain so can't comment on if they keep you dry or not. They are Gore-tex so should. I'm not a huge fan of riding in rainy, 40-degree weather so try to avoid that.<br /><br />My hand measures 9.25 inches around and an XL fits well.
Skeptical, but no more
I reviewed these gloves from several sites and was skeptical that they would work as well as they said. I purchased a medium set for a Christmas gift for my wife. The reviews said they run a bit small. Well her hands swam in them but they fit me just fine so I ordered a second pair in small. They fit her like a glove (pun intended). Lucky me, now I have a set too. <br /><br />We went on our annual Chilly Willy ride Jan 1st. It was a balmy 17 degrees when we left the house. I put the gloves on low and along with my heated grips, my hands were quite comfortable. Later in the ride a fellow rider was complaining his hands were about to fall off due to the cold so I lent him my gloves. He said they were absolutely wonderful. I had to threaten him to get them back when we got home. (Joking)
Great addition to my winter riding gear!
I love these gloves. I have spent several hours riding in sub freezing temps and with my heated grips my hands were toasty warm. Grips keep the palms warm and the gloves keep the tops of my hands warm. They are a little bulky but very comfortable
Great heated glove
I was super happy with these gloves, even at 90 miles an hour and 30°. My hands were warm.
great glove
was very hesitant on buying such an expensive glove but if you ride in cold weather/i been riding at like 34ish and i can still feel my fingers and they dont feel cold. very flexable considering its a gauntlet glove.<br />undersizing at all can make the glove really hard to put on with the battery. i would recommend on the larger side imo.
My Go-To Cold Weather Gloves
These gloves allow me to keep riding in late fall, winter, and early spring. Note: my typical riding conditions include partial or full sun at or around 50 degrees F-I have yet to use them in colder or wetter conditions (with rain covers). The batteries do spend their charge quickly on several hour rides at the highest setting. Packing an extra set of batteries, if you can find them, works well to ensure continued usability and toasty hands on longer rides.
Five star reviews well deserved
Agree with all the positive reviews. Great materials and build quality, comfortable right out of the box, nice styling. I don't find them too bulky given that they are cold weather gloves. Sizing seemed accurate to me. Like cordless drills, how did we even live without wireless heated gloves in the past? Highly recommended.
Great heat
The heat keeps the entire back of the hand warm. This allows me to ride in the fall and winter. Battery life good enough to last me 4-5 hours of riding on max setting. Only downside is that they are pricey.
Great winter protection
Use these for winter and under 30 degree weather. Heat in 23 degree freezing weather is good for up to 30-40 minute riding. If you need longer combine with heated gloved and you can go for hours. <br /><br />Obviously, with thicker gloves comes a bit less feel/control of your handlebar controls.
excellant
used for over a year - works well for cold weather riding - needed
Amazing Winter Gloves!
I have a hard time finding gloves that fit and finding winter gloves is even worse. I have a small palm with long size 4 & 5 fingers, thumb included. I got this glove in a small and though they are a little big width wise (feels like I can almost fit two fingers in one) theyre perfect length wise! They arent too bulky and are perfect for SoCal cold weather. Battery operated is a plus. Im not tethered to my Harley... Love the faux Highway 21 snaps! Wish there were heating elements on the fingers. I have to open my hands for the heat to move down while riding. Still best gloves ever! I love them so much I wear them into the office and put them back on whenever my hands get cold. Do your hands a favor and get these gloves!
They work for me
A little expensive, but warm enough for my short commute. These keep my hands toasty warm for my 15 min ride to/from work. Would work even better, in tandem with heated grips. Also, wish they had a face shield wipe, for rainy weather, and I wish the thumb worked on my phone, also, depending on your jacket, it might be tough to fit these gauntlets over your sleeve.
I've had them for a year now.
I ride to and from work every day and on the colder California days, I grab these gloves for the morning ride. It used to be that I'd show up to work and my hands were numb from the hour ride through the cold. Now it's just my legs that are frozen. There are three settings but don't really feel much difference or just never really noticed. They are a little bulky but most cold weather gloves are. Also, there's no using a touch screen with them. At least with mine. I haven't really tested the life on the batteries. I just plug them into the charger when I get home so they're ready for the next morning. I highly recommend these gloves for cold weather.
Extended my riding season.
While testing these out, I was under dressed. My legs and chest were still cold. Normally my hands would of been numb. But with these gloves on my hands were able to function absolutely perfect. I've had wired glove liners in the past, and they were a hassle, plus they burned too hot, and they inhibited movements of my hands. Now I am able to Just throw the gloves on, not worry about charging, and they have the dexterity of a normal winter glove. The heating isn't a burning hot sensation, but more of a radiating warmth that makes your hand feel about body temp. It isn't toasty. Although keep in mind that I am riding in the 30s. Perhaps if used in the 40s and 60s it would be different and it would feel much hotter. <br />On the highway 50mph I had it on high. On the streets I had it on low. At 30 degrees farenheit. So that's reference for you.<br /><br />The batteries are lightweight and concealed perfectly. No worries there.<br /><br />Hopefully coupled with my heated vest I can ride without clunky layers from now on in the fall and warmer winter days.
I'm "So Far" Pleasantly Surprised
Had these for a month or so and have been using them in 40 deg. consistently and are great performers. I've mostly not even turned them on in the mid 40's and they keep me comfortable.<br />Low 40's? I put them on low and they do a great job.<br />Looking forward to testing them when the real winter temperatures begin to set in. Rode with in the rain several time and they have held up well.<br />My commute averages around 20 mins one way.<br />These things are fantastic so far.
Good for mildly cold weather
Waterproofing: <br />It works ok for about an hour of rain, but after that, water starts entering the glove. <br /><br />Heat: <br />I put it on max heat in 55F weather, and was not comfortable (at 60-80mph) Use it with heated grips for best results.<br /><br />Battery life:<br />On max heat, it lasts 2-3 hours. One glove always runs out 30+ minutes before the other, which is annoying<br /><br />Comfort:<br />The thumb does not have a stretch panel, which makes it stick out in the wind, which makes it cool down faster.<br /><br />I enjoy the convenience of not having to tether in to a power source, but if I were to purchase heated gloves again, I'd go for one the 12 volt options
Awesome
These gloves are life savers. Didn't want plug ins so these are great and super warm. Don't even need the heat u til I'm around 40 degrees.
Not For Cold Weather
I ordered these because of the great reviews but these gloves are not even close to being warm below temps of 40. I wanted a set of gloves that I could use with the wires of the 12v but these are no even close to being as warm as my 12v gloves. They are ok down into the 40's but beyond that forget it. I even have "Hippo Hands" over my grips that I thought would help but they still aren't warm enough. Couldn't return because they were "used" so I just use them at 40 and above. I ride all year in Northern Virginia in temp's that sometimes get down in the low 20's to the teen's and these gloves do not work in those temps. They are comfortable and controls are easy to use but do not buy if you are looking for a glove for extreme cold.
Warm enough when is 29 degrees +. Very bulky
Well, they are winter gloves, very bulky and they keep you warm. You have to get used to them, I was having trouble with the bulkiness when using the levers. <br /><br />They do the job for sure.
Got for my son
My son and I ride motorcycles exclusively. Neither of us like cages. That being said, this winter in texas has been brutal and ever since thanksgiving all I've heard was how cold my son's hands get when riding. Well, I ordered these for christmas for him and havn't heard a single complain yet. He does tend to leave them on when he takes them off, effectively draining the batteries (which seem to last for a LONG time anyway). So far that has not actually caused any damage (thank god). Very impressed and plan to get me a pair soon as well.
Right hand pointer finger gets cold, otherwise solid gloves.
4 stars only because for some reason, only the pointer finger on my right-hand glove seems to allow some air in/isn't insulated as well. On my test ride, my finger was noticeably burning with cold, while the other 9 were perfectly warm. I've ridden with them at 29F with no other issue than that. <br />I was a bit disappointed to have that initially. Other rides it doesn't seem as bad, but I still do notice that the pointer finger does feel colder than the others. The reviews are slightly mixed, so idk if I got a defect on one, as the left glove has no issues whatsoever. I'd give a solid 5 stars if my finger didn't get frozen solid on my test ride, as the extension of my riding season is worth every penny.
Not worth the money
Gloves failed into the second season of ownership. The failure was the switch on the glove. They have a mind of their own.
Make your riding season longer / more comfy
amazing quality and they last such a long time on the battery, Makes riding so comfy in the fall / winter. 100% recommend.
Bulky, but keeps the hands nice and toasty
Bulky for sure. They feel like snowboarding gloves. Order a size up from what you think because I've found when gripping the handlebars, the material on the palm makes the grip quite a bit bigger. Absolutely kept my hands warm in the 50-deg. I didn't even have to run the power for 90% of the ride.
Great heated glove
Love these gloves!! Everyone in the family has them now. I often ride in 30 degree weather and these do the trick. The palms are not heated but not an issue. The do run snug but the fingers are long enough. I have longer fingers and took and XL. Battery life will out last you!!
Night and day difference in warmth to non-winter gloves, even without the heating elements turned on. Cuffs fit around the bottom of my armored jacket sleeves. Worth the jump in price to not have to worry about cold hands.
Highway 21 7V Radiant Heated Gloves
I really like these gloves. They are soft and supple right out of the box. They kept my fingers warm and dry on a ride to/from work (3rd shift) in not very windy, 40 degree misting rain for 25 mins each way. True to slightly small. If you are planning on liners go up a size. <br /><br />Reason for sub 5: I thought on level 2 out of 3 in those conditions they would make my fingers sweat. Maybe I expected too much but they cost a lot more than heated grips, soo? Also, I have no idea if the battery lasts as long as advertised. I?d tell you I?ll update after I get some more time in with them, but I probably won?t.
Almost 5 star, just a couple issues
There is no doubt that these gloves are very well made. The quality of manufacture is only rivaled by the quality of the materials. They do in fact get pretty warm on high, though I cannot attest yet to how that translates on a 30 degree ride. Everything is well thought out and executed. <br />That being said, there are a couple of things worth mentioning. According to the size chart I should wear an XL so that's what I ordered. With most gloves - i.e. non-insulated or lightly insulated - this would probably be fine. However, there is so much insulation in these gloves that they were a bit snug on my hands - too snug for deep winter gloves, which work much better in the bitter cold if there's a bit of room, not constricting blood flow or movement - 2XL would likely have been a better fit. This of course presents a bit of a dilemma since controls manipulation may suffer somewhat.<br />Secondly, the description indicates 'pre-curved' fingers. Sort of an overstatement IMO. While you can see they are slightly curved, it isn't nearly enough given they are so thick and bulky. If you can't get your fingers completely curved around the grips, the tips inherently get cold. This is something that may be the downfall of this glove because in testing them, I really didn't feel any heat on the tips ... more the back of the fingers and especially the knuckles. 100g of Thinsulate may do the trick here, not sure yet. With constant wear these may break in and be just fine - probably even loosen up a bit to provide me with a little more room since leather does stretch over time. <br />More after a few rides, if I can remember to update this review.
Warm! But the pressure on the wrist in annoying.
Love these gloves other than the pressure in the gauntlet due to the battery. Details follow. <br /><br />I purchased these gloves a few years ago. At first wear I found them too bulky. As I?m from Canada it was inconvenient to return them so I put them away. <br /><br />Fast forward to last week. I tried the gloves two days in a row on the highway in 8C. I was able to get used to the bulk. It?s really not that bad if you adjust your levers out a bit. <br /><br />However, I do find the battery, which sits inside the gauntlet, presses into my wrist when the gauntlet strap is closed? and my tendinitis flies to the moon. So at the moment I?m using the gloves without the batteries. Lol. This is the only reason I removed one star.
Very pleased. Impressed.
No wires. High setting gets very hot. Medium is very nice. Extremely comfortable gloves out of the box. Very pleased.
Warm, but heating element doesn't cover entire hand
Just got these and they're pretty good during my 5 am freeway commute to work (~35-40 degrees). However, I am disappointed the the gloves only heat up the back side of my hands and I'm surprised that no other reviews mentioned this. The back side of my hand gets very warm, but my palms and palm-side of my fingers are still pretty icy after I took the gloves off. If the gloves warmed my entire hand instead of just the backside, I'd give them a perfect 5/5.
Untethered heat
As temperatures fall, and my age rises, during this winter riding season, I found myself needing some active heat in my gloves as my other gauntlet gloves are really only good down to about 40 degrees. The heated grips on the bike warm the palms of my hands but does nothing for the tops of my digits in the wind. There are numerous heated riding gloves on the market. Many of them have you either tethered to the bike or a jacket tethered to the bike for the power to generate the heat. I didn't want my hands tethered to anything. So, that left me only battery powered gloves to choose.<br />The pros of battery powered gloves are your hands aren't tethered and you can wear them like regular gloves without trying to stash away a power cord. The cons are they are limited to the amount of power in the battery, some have bulky batteries, they require recharging, and many have only two settings (on and off).<br />I wanted to see how these worked for a little bit before I mentioned anything about them. Well, they are just flat awesome. I've been wearing them for about two weeks now and have only charged them once. My morning ride, when I really need the heat, is only about 20 minutes long. The tech specs say these will provide heat for about two hours on the highest setting of which there are three. I have found that the gloves themselves without heat are good down to about 40F with only minor chill. But if you want toasty digits, just press the power button to the first setting and you'll be very comfortable. For me, below 40F requires temp setting two. And depending on wind, you may have to bump up to three as you get closer to 30F. And below 30, I have them all the way up on three. Today, it was 25F when I got to work and my fingers were just a bit chilly. But I didn't have to pry them off my handlebars.<br />I'm not really sure how long they take to charge as I've only put them on the charger once when I first got them and let them charge overnight. I plan to put them back on the charger when I get home tonight but I don't intend to time it as I suspect they'll be just fine when I get ready to go to work tomorrow. The charger also has a pigtail that allows you to charge both batteries at the same time. The + and - buttons are big and easy to manipulate even while riding. The battery for each glove is big but cleverly designed to fit right into the underside of the gauntlet and you don't even notice it when you are riding. I can't really tell if they fit true to size or not as they are, in fact, winter riding gloves and won't fit like summer gloves. I have a big hand and I'm normally between an XL and XXL. I got the XXL in these and I'm not noticing any discomfort or problems with dexterity like I might have if I went too small. I have also found that if you relax your hand while riding, the heating is more effective. Heat will radiate around your fingers and over your knuckles.<br />Now, these are pricey. But since I ride as long as there isn't snow or ice on the ground, I figured they were worth the investment. And in my experience with them so far, it was. Time will tell if they hold up to daily use.
Toasty fingers
A very nice glove. First piece of heated gear and I am impressed with it. Batteries will last 3 round trips to work on High for me before needing to recharge. Each trip can last 30 to 50 minutes in NYC traffic. The glove feels bulky at first but I have gotten used to that and has not impede my using the controls. That battery placement is the only major complaint. It can be uncomfortable when cinched tight as it presses on the inside of the wrist. I have used it temperatures as low as 30 degrees and dont recall any discomfort. When it is that cold, I usually turn it on a few minutes before leaving the house. The cable is not bulky so occasionally I will carry it to work to recharge if I forget to do it overnight.
Works well, more convenient than plug in gloves but the battery pack in the wrist makes it bulky and doesn't fit under jacket sleeves. And if jacket sleeve is bulky then gloves will not fit over sleeves. I rather it fit under sleeves to prevent water from going into the gloves. On high it last well over an hour, perfect for most commutes. Big button makes it easy to push with gloves on.
These are great.
I can ride an hour at 30F and my hands are comfortable. I love the fact there are no wires to deal with. The are bulky, but no more than a winter riding glove.
They really work!
Well made and warm for motorcycling down to the low 40s F. I also use them on my bicycle. They work great and have extended my pedaling temperature range down into the mid 20s. My only complaint is the bulk. The gauntlets could be thinner and do not need to be adjustable, nor are the straps across the back of the hand useful. They could be cheaper and better if they left all the straps off and simplified the gauntlets.
Been using these in 25-30 degree temps and they do not dissapoint! I don't even need to have the gloves powered on to max they are relatively warm on their own and well insulated. The batteries are not overly bulky and fit comfortably in their pouch. Cant even tell they're there. The gauntlet will have to go over your jacket unless you have a ton of room in the sleeves
a must-have if you ride through the winter
I ride regularly in snow and in negative temps. These gloves keep my hands warm and they fit well.
Great product so far
I just recently ordered these. I have only used them on 3 commutes into work so far. Most of the riding temps have been around 30 degrees. Riding into work (about one hour), my hands were very warm. I did begin to feel some coolness on my fingertips, but nothing that would start a numbing sensation like my other winter gloves. This really heats the tops of your hands and fingers. Its only early in my use, but like them so far.
Way better than heated grips!
My Duc has heated grips but my whole hand is what needed warming. With no hand guards the backside of my hands were getting blasted with cold air and even normal winter gloves didn't really help. While I did contemplate heated liners for my existing winter gloved I decided to bite the bullet and order these.<br /><br />WOW! So happy I did so!<br /><br />Blasting down the highway in upper-30F temps in winter with the gloves on High and my hands felt great. Love these things! Turn on my heated grips and temps approaching freezing are no problem.<br /><br />I've had mine over a year and they still work great. Batteries are still good and gloves look great. I've used all three settings and the gloves heat up quickly, you can feel the heat on top of your fingers and hand.<br /><br />The battery in the gauntlet is odd at first but it has to go somewhere and I got used to it quickly. While there is the additional weight due to the battery it's inconsequential once you're off and riding, besides, no wiring to plug into is so nice. They're comfy to about 70F for short rides though I normally use my Held summer gloves if the temp is above 65F.<br /><br />I highly recommend these, they help in extending the riding season.
Freezing Weather Gloves
The limiting factor for my cold weather riding has been freezing of my fingertips. I needed gloves that would work in sub-freezing temperatures, from 30 F to 0 F for a daily commute of 15 miles at 50 mph. At the high end of that temperature range, the gloves warm my hands and I could ride for an arbitrarily long time at the lowest heating setting. At the low end of those temperatures, near 0 degrees, these gloves on the full heating setting in conjunction with hand warmer packets kept my hands from freezing. Note that I also have hand guards on my handlebars. <br /><br />These gloves allow me to extend the temperatures at which I can ride, preventing sensation loss in the finger tips and tops of the hands.
Gloves work as advertised
I have used the gloves down into the 30s so far and level 2 is plenty of warmth. The gloves are thick, but nothing more than my other winter gloves. I had wired gloves and felt like a puppet riding with them; plus they can be dangerous, if you need to move your hands outside of the cord kength. Highly recommend these gloves.
Nice Glove
I have been happy with the gloves overall. They seem well made and the heating function works nicely. The battery is thinner than my old heated gloves, which is nice as it makes them easier to fit over my jacket cuff. These glove are quite a bit thicker than my old gloves, so that took a ride or two to get used to. I would recommend these gloves.
Faulty glove
I give the right glove 5 stars and the left glove 1. It wasn't that cold when I first got them so I didn't notice much difference but the colder it got the more I realized that the left glove doesn't heat as well as the right. By the time I realized the left was faulty I'd had them long enough that I figured a return was not an option. <br />A 30 mile commute with temps in the 30's has my right hand fairly comfortable, but I'm hanging my left hand over the engine to try and keep some feeling in my fingers. The fit is good and the quality seems good, just verify function before you commit to them, that's a lot of money for something that may or may not perform.
Worth the money
First time in a long time riding in bad weather ive been comfortable. They are a bit bulky but that is overlook-able because you are comfortable.
Awesome gloves
Awesome gloves but still will wind up buying heated grips for those extra cold days since you don't get the heat to your palms at all. Today I'm gearing up in 21°F in southern PA and I'll crank them up to 3 and I'll cruise comfortably for about 40 minutes with little to no discomfort
Highway 21 heated gloves
Very happy with the gloves so far. Few 40 degree morning rides and hands were nice and toasty on the medium setting. Dexterity lost on winter gloves is a given but when these gloves are heated up I feel I gain that dexterity back and the glove is very forming to my hand. I got the size medium which fits excellent on the hand but has a little bit of finger slack length wise which is just material, roughly 1/4". I have yet to try these gloves on the below 35 degree weather which I'm anxiously waiting to do, I think the high setting should work great. If anything I'll wear thin thermal liner, hand guards will help too. Great leather outer shell, very comfortable glove. Only time will tell, gotta just see for yourself, I'd recommend these gloves for sure. Great job highway 21.
Great glove that will keep you warm in winter
I haven't had disappointments with HW21 yet. This pair of gloves is all you need for below 50 days. I've worn them in 35 degree days on highway speed and they were doing a good job keeping my hands from freezing. Being battery operated is a plus. The only downside is color fading from the liners. Expect some colors coming off the gloves onto your fingers, but overall not a deal breaker. Get these if you ride in winter!
Effective against cold air but a little too bulky. It will take a little use to.
best but not perfect
Bought these and another pair of top rated battery powered gloves to test in 30F weather.<br />Wind - does a decent to good job blocking out wind<br />Fingers - get's cold, had to set to lvl2 to offset chill<br />Palm - too much material, bunches up, does not feel like it's made for motorcycles<br />Touch - touch screen function works on both gloves<br />Back of hand - stays pretty warm with heater off
Bulky but they do the job
Don?t let anyone fool you that these offer better dexterity than an oven mitt. They?re no better for feel than a standard heavy winter glove. They?re thick. But, they?re warm. I?ve been down to about 36°F and they kept my hands comfy, but just barely. That?s pushing the limits of what they?ll do I think though. Any colder or longer than an hour ride and they might not be effective. I?m riding a 2022 KTM 1290 SAS and will say the stock hand guards don?t offer great wind protection. They?re comfy and fit over my jacket sleeves well, the battery is not noticeable. The red light is kind of bright for night riding. I was going to return them due to how bulky they are but I?m not sure any other heated gloves will be any better.
Dam snow!
Well, I haven't used them riding yet..it's winter here in New England. They fit great and warm up nicely. I don't think I'll be having any issues with them. Knock on wood. Any changes, I'll let you know! Safe riding!
Allows me to extend riding in 30 degree weather
Good heated gloves for the money
Used these for a couple of riding seasons now and found them to be quite good. I generally use them in conjunction with heated grips and find I can ride pretty comfortably down into the 30s. I get about 4 to 5 hours of use, keeping the gloves at setting 2 most of the time. I would recommend and buy again.
Worth it if you want to extend your riding with a simple / effective product
Awesome - i usually wear a large and these have a little more length in the fingers than i would like. But overall, the fit is good. The batteries are easy to charge and install. It is winter in the northeast so I am not riding distances where I have tested battery life. But I am riding in the 40s and only using the middle setting. Hands & fingers staying warm for a one hour plus ride. I don't think I have used the high setting yet. Really nice product to extend your riding
Great gloves
Love these gloves. They are bulky like any other winter gloves and require more hand detexterity but the fit is true to size for my hands. Very warm, I ride a CB650F with no wind protection at all. I was actually surprised how well they are working because I had issues with other winter gloves with my finger tips trying to freezing off. Give them a few rides to break in, or wear them around the house a couple of times. They were a bit tight when I first got them but fit great now after stretching them in a little.
No complaints
Wore these for one season now, and mostly commuting and rides under 40 minutes. Zero complaints, the gloves were fantastic as far as keeping my hands warm. Even though they are a little bulky, and Id say almost all heated gloves are, they are really effective. I have not taken them touring, nor will I. Thats what heated grips are for yo.
Great Gloves
Great investment. Keep the charger on you and make sure you charge them ahead of time. Also, keep then low to medium not to use the battery up. These gloves will take a little getting used to. They fit thick and can be hard to grip the throttle but you can and will adjust.
Everythign I was hoping for!
Used these last weekend for full-day rides in 40s-50s in Virginia and West Virginia. Set on Medium for several minutes while getting final gear on, and then set on Low throughout the ride. Hands were very comfortable. All previous full-day rides in these temps involved numb fingers and 3-4 layers of bulky gloves, making working the controls difficult. These were less bulky, quality and protection are excellent. Also, one day involved 3 hrs of light rain and the waterproofing worked perfectly. Batteries lasted about 6hrs on Low, and turning them off during breaks off the bike. Glad I bought them!!!
Finally my hands are warm
This is my third pair of Winter gloves, but my first pair of heated gloves. I never wanted to deal with wires or batteries, but am so glad I tried these.<br /><br />I do not ride in extreme cold, typically only above 50F. My fingers on both hands suffered minor frost bite many years ago, so are extremely sensitive even at those temperatures many would consider mild.<br /><br />With regular Winter gloves, including a pair made for use with heated grips, I also installed a set of hand shields to reduce air flow against my fingers. Nothing has kept my hands warm until these gloves. So happy about that as it extends my riding season.<br /><br />With regard to fit, while they are true based on the fit guide, the fingers are a bit long, but that does not interfere in any way with controls, and also seems to be a trait of Winter gloves in general from my experience.<br /><br />I have only ridden about 6 times since purchasing, with the longest rides being 3 hours+. Battery life on medium has not been an issue.<br /><br />I definitely recommend these gloves.
Pricey, but worth it.
After several sets of synthetic gear and some handguards, I finally came to terms with the fact that commuting for 45 minutes in 20-degree weather was going to require some additional help for the fingertips.<br /><br />These work. Combined with some Barkbusters Blizzard handguards to cut down on wind over the knuckles, my hands stay comfortable to cool with these on medium. I haven't needed to try them on high yet.<br /><br />Fit is true, I've ridden in the rain several times and they've kept the water out effectively (far more effectively than any previous pair of non-leather gloves has): while the interior of any of my gloves has stayed dry, the outer shell and insulation usually got soaked. These have not.<br /><br />Comfort: occasionally I'll feel a wire in them, especially when twisting a thumb up to change high beams, but it hasn't been annoying. My main gripe is that the batteries are located under the wrists, and they are chunky. It might just be me, but I prefer battery packs on the back of the wrist, not underneath.
