What level of Thinsulate do I need?

It is the middle of winter but the sky is blue and it is sunny.

When you breathe, you can feel the frost on your nose.Leaving the house in extreme cold weather requires wearing the right outdoor clothing and accessories.

This post explains what Thinsulate is and how you can choose the right level of protection.

Thinsulate is a fabric made from synthetic fibers woven together in various thicknesses to keep you warm.

The lower the gsm, the less protection the glove will give you.The gloves will keep your hands warm in the cold, but you will lose hand movement because the fabric is thicker.

Gloves with a 40gsm Thinsulate rating are great for working in mild temperatures.It's a good idea to choose a glove with a higher gsm to give you more thermal insulation but also to make you sweat more.

Working in the snow, ice, or rain makes your hands feel even colder because the gloves never dry out.

Cold or wet fingertips can put you at risk for an on-the-job equipment accident.Thinsulate stays warm even when it gets wet or sweaty.

The Thinsulate level you need for the temperature range will be determined by your level of activity.In a cooler environment, a lower level may be sufficient if you are doing a lot of exercises.

Ask the manufacturer if they compress the Thinsulate to reduce thickness or bulk.Thinsulate is not designed to be used this way.Thermal efficiency is reduced by reducing bulk.

We make all our gloves according to Thinsulate specifications so that you can work or play in extremely cold weather with confidence.