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Outdoor Research bestsellers, The Arete Gloves™ are among the most versatile alpine gloves available, offering grip, dexterity and waterproof protection for extended backcountry adventures. Light, 100-weight fleece insulation keeps hands warm in intense conditions, and a silicone grip palm on the liners allows them to be worn independently from the shells on warmer days. Applicable across a range of sports, these gloves have proven themselves year after year as a favorite among OR athletes.




Fabric :

GORE-TEX® X-Trafit™ insert, 2L 100% Oxford nylon shell //
AlpenGrip® palm // 100% polyester 100 weight fleece liner

Avg. Weight (oz./g): 9.1 / 259 L

Features
  • Durable
  • Breathable
  • Wicking
  • Waterproof
  • SuperCinch™ Gauntlet Closure
  • Silicone Grip Palm
  • Silicone Grip Liner Palm
  • Removable Liner
  • Pull Loop
  • Heat Pack Pocket on Back of Liner
  • Pre-Curved Construction
Technology
  • AlpenGrip

    AlpenGrip™ Extremely durable fabric, provides excellent grip and dexterity in cold weather.

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  • GORE-TEX®

    GORE-TEX® Apparel built with GORE-TEX® is waterproof and breathable, making it perfect for athletic activity in inclement weather.

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Lab Rat Reviews

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4.0

(based on 4 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Warm (3)
  • Waterproof (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

      Reviewed by 4 customers

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      7/12/2011
       
      4.0

      Great Glove For All Around Use

      By Jack Dawkins

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Intermediate

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      Pros

      • Dries Quickly
      • Durable
      • Stylish
      • Warm
      • Waterproof
      • Windproof

      Cons

      • Poor Grip

      Best Uses

      • Backcountry
      • Mountaineering
      • Snowshoeing
      • Winter sports

      Comments about M's Arete Gloves�:

      I have used these gloves for skiing, snowshoeing, winter camping and a few low-key, winter mountaineering trips.

      They are durable, waterproof and fit well. They don't have a fantastic grip, but dexterity is OK. All around great glove.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Gear Usage:
      • Cold Weather Living, Winter Sports
      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      5/9/2011
       
      4.0

      Arete Gloves

      By lakes mountaineer

      from UK

      About Me Professional

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Good Grip
      • Not too bulky
      • Stylish
      • Versatile
      • Warm
      • Waterproof
      • Windproof

      Cons

      • Broke early

      Best Uses

      • Scottish Winter Climbing

      Comments about M's Arete Gloves�:

      Used regularly for winter mountaineering and ice climbing in the UK. Excellent fit and warmth to bulk ratio. Dry quickly enough when taken apart but not so good if left together.
      Cuff adjuster broke quite early on but just carried on using.
      Would buy again if I could find them in the shops

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Gear Usage:
      • Winter mountaineering, Winter Sports
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      1/6/2011
       
      4.0

      Getting better

      By yukonsnow

      from whitehorse,yt

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Liner
      • Warm
      • Waterproof

      Cons

      • Durability

      Best Uses

      • Around town
      • Kite ski
      • Ski tour

      Comments about M's Arete Gloves�:

      Just got my second pair of Arete gloves. Big improvement over the last ones; the removable liner is actually useful on its own and fits better. The only issue I had with the last pair was durability; they only lasted 1.5 winters (~150 days) before the seams stretched and tore. The new ones are great so far. I'm a wuss when it comes to my hands and I've had them out skiing and kiting at -25C with no problem.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      12/11/2010
       
      4.0

      Warm Hands

      By MikeeCali

      from Seattle

      Pros

      • Wrist tie down straps

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Working hiking skiing

        Comments about M's Arete Gloves�:

        I have had these gloves two years now and first tested them out on the slopes of Whistler, BC at night. I was impressed by their ability to sdtay on my hands despite extreme uses and its water proofing helped to keep hands dry.

        The inner glove works well when working outside, but I would not be using the gloves if just standing around, mittens would be better.

        I am going to the Arctic this winter and Northern Canada and will write an update review then.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        • Q:

          I have been using OR's Fall Line Gauntlet Shell glove for many years and sadly they will soon require replacement. I have very warm hands and usually wear shells only, down to single digit temps. Besides the wear and small tears around the fingers, the shells are losing water repellancy. The Arete's description makes it sound like the Goretex is in the liner, not the shell. Is the Arete shell waterproof? Do you have something else that is more like the old Fall Line? I want a durable, lightweight waterproof shell and don't care too much about the liners. I have only worn the Fall Line's liners 2 or 3 times in the years I owned mine.
          Asked on 1/2/2013 by Anonymous

          1 answer

          • A:

            The liners are just 100 weight fleece; the shells are brilliantly waterproof and moderately warm by themselves.

            Answered on 4/5/2013 by Chris K from Palo Alto, CA

        • Q:

          I suppose the "idiot cords", listed as a feature, are those things hanging below the pictured gloves and are used to tether ski poles and the like. They are described as "removable." How can they be removed other than by carefully cutting them off below the stitching at the hem? Or is the stitch over the cords independent from the hem? As I am too old for downhill skiing it seems that they will just be a nuisance.
          Asked on 5/27/2012 by James from Occidental, CA

          1 answer

          • A:

            Yep, the idiot cord is the long thing hanging below. You can put your hand and lower arm through them and tighten so you don't lose them when you take the glove off on the chair lift to pick your nose, as an example. Don't need to cut to take them off, it's just a very simple knot.

            Answered on 9/16/2012 by Dave from UK

        • Q:

          Is the Alpengrip palm suitable for rapelling?
          Asked on 5/1/2012 by Anonymous

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            Honestly no, if you had to do an emergency repel they would work but for extended repelling you will wear through the material.

            Answered on 8/24/2012 by Anonymous
        • M's Arete Gloves�

          Q:

          I wear a small in my PL 150 gloves. On the size chart I am a medium. I want these to fit securely as I will need dexterity while wearing them. Small or medium?
          Asked on 4/24/2011 by MikeyB from FunkyTown, TX

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            Hello Mikey, since it wounds like you like a more snug fit and the PL 150 gloves in small fit well, I'd recommend trying the small Arete Gloves. It would be best if have the option of trying on these gloves. You can find an OR dealer in your area by clicking on the "Find a Dealer" tab at the bottom of any page under "Support". Thanks for your question!

            Answered on 5/26/2011 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA
        • M's Arete Gloves�

          Q:

          what temperature are these suppose to be rated for in F?
          Asked on 2/10/2011 by Benny from seacoast-NH

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            The Arete gloves are rated to 0/20F

            Answered on 2/22/2011 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle
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