Brand: Black Diamond

Category: Gloves & Mittens

Recommended by Jarrod Blundy, Founder/Guide at Onward Mountain Guides — Adirondacks, NY

Highlights: warm

The Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves are designed for versatility and warmth in cold-weather adventures. With a unique 3-in-1 modular design, these gloves adapt to varying conditions, ensuring your hands stay comfortable and protected. 1. Modular 3-in-1 design allows for inner gloves to be worn alone or as liners with insulated outer gloves. 2. Insulated outer gloves provide exceptional warmth, ideal for frigid temperatures. 3. Breathable materials enhance moisture management, keeping hands dry during intense activities. 4. Durable construction ensures longevity, making them suitable for rugged outdoor use. 5. Adjustable cuffs offer a secure fit, preventing cold air and snow from entering. 6. Lightweight design minimizes bulk while maximizing warmth and functionality. 7. Touchscreen-compatible fingertips allow for easy use of devices without removing gloves. The Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves are perfect for winter sports enthusiasts, including skiers and snowboarders, who require reliable hand protection in cold conditions. They excel in snowy environments and are ideal for both casual outings and intense alpine adventures. Suitable for all skill levels, these gloves adapt to various weather scenarios, making them a must-have for any winter gear collection.

Price: $179.95

Who it's for: Hikers and ski tourers who need a warmer option than a lighter glove like the Cirque, especially for cold active days. They fit well into a layered glove/mitten system rather than as a standalone solution.
What people are saying: Hosts consistently position these as a warmth step-up from the Cirque Gloves, and one calls them the best active hiking and ski touring glove they've used. Notes are thin and largely one-sided positive, with one host not yet having tested them outdoors.
Worth noting: One host's endorsement is based only on trying them on indoors, not field use. Pairing with the Cirque Gloves is specifically highlighted as unlocking multiple layering combinations.

Jarrod Blundy's review

Okay, I haven't actually tried these outside yet, but I've tried them on and am convinced they'll be my next purchase for the glove/mitten quiver. More insulated that the Cirque Gloves, I think these will cover the cold hiking days.

Recommended by Jarrod Blundy, Founder/Guide at Onward Mountain Guides

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves for?

Hikers and ski tourers who need a warmer option than a lighter glove like the Cirque, especially for cold active days. They fit well into a layered glove/mitten system rather than as a standalone solution.

What do experts say about the Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves?

Hosts consistently position these as a warmth step-up from the Cirque Gloves, and one calls them the best active hiking and ski touring glove they've used. Notes are thin and largely one-sided positive, with one host not yet having tested them outdoors.

What should you know before buying the Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves?

One host's endorsement is based only on trying them on indoors, not field use. Pairing with the Cirque Gloves is specifically highlighted as unlocking multiple layering combinations.

What does Jarrod Blundy say about the Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves?

Why does Jarrod Blundy recommend Black Diamond?

Jarrod Blundy recommends the Black Diamond Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves for gloves & mittens. Okay, I haven't actually tried these outside yet, but I've tried them on and am convinced they'll be my next purchase for the glove/mitten quiver. More insulated that the Cirque Gloves, I think these will cover the cold hiking days.

Is the Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves a good gloves & mitten?

Yes — Jarrod Blundy recommends the Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves by Black Diamond as their gloves & mittens pick. Okay, I haven't actually tried these outside yet, but I've tried them on and am convinced they'll be my next purchase for the glove/mitten quiver. More insulated that the Cirque Gloves, I think these will cover the cold hiking days.

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Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves

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Who it's for: Hikers and ski tourers who need a warmer option than a lighter glove like the Cirque, especially for cold active days. They fit well into a layered glove/mitten system rather than as a standalone solution.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently position these as a warmth step-up from the Cirque Gloves, and one calls them the best active hiking and ski touring glove they've used. Notes are thin and largely one-sided positive, with one host not yet having tested them outdoors.
Worth noting: One host's endorsement is based only on trying them on indoors, not field use. Pairing with the Cirque Gloves is specifically highlighted as unlocking multiple layering combinations.

Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves

Who it's for: Hikers and ski tourers who need a warmer option than a lighter glove like the Cirque, especially for cold active days. They fit well into a layered glove/mitten system rather than as a standalone solution.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently position these as a warmth step-up from the Cirque Gloves, and one calls them the best active hiking and ski touring glove they've used. Notes are thin and largely one-sided positive, with one host not yet having tested them outdoors.
Worth noting: One host's endorsement is based only on trying them on indoors, not field use. Pairing with the Cirque Gloves is specifically highlighted as unlocking multiple layering combinations.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Jarrod

What other hosts are saying

Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves

Purchasing through this link directly supports Jarrod

Who it's for: Hikers and ski tourers who need a warmer option than a lighter glove like the Cirque, especially for cold active days. They fit well into a layered glove/mitten system rather than as a standalone solution.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently position these as a warmth step-up from the Cirque Gloves, and one calls them the best active hiking and ski touring glove they've used. Notes are thin and largely one-sided positive, with one host not yet having tested them outdoors.
Worth noting: One host's endorsement is based only on trying them on indoors, not field use. Pairing with the Cirque Gloves is specifically highlighted as unlocking multiple layering combinations.

Black Diamond Helio Tour Gloves

Who it's for: Hikers and ski tourers who need a warmer option than a lighter glove like the Cirque, especially for cold active days. They fit well into a layered glove/mitten system rather than as a standalone solution.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently position these as a warmth step-up from the Cirque Gloves, and one calls them the best active hiking and ski touring glove they've used. Notes are thin and largely one-sided positive, with one host not yet having tested them outdoors.
Worth noting: One host's endorsement is based only on trying them on indoors, not field use. Pairing with the Cirque Gloves is specifically highlighted as unlocking multiple layering combinations.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Jarrod