Mountain Hardwear Typhon Glove ** REVIEW

The Typhon is a great glove for touring or lift service days. It has been my primary glove for most of the season and I am pretty happy with how they perform. We typically see temps not too far below zero C here in the Kootenays so I haven’t yet had the opportunity to test them in extreme cold.

Part of the special sauce in this glove is something they call “OutDry.” This is a process whereby a membrane is bonded directly to the outer gloves’ inner side. This means there are no spaces between the shell and the waterproof membrane so water can’t get in. I have to admit that I don’t entirely understand the mechanics of OutDry. What I do understand is that they have always kept my hands dry and comfy, so something must be at work. Another explanation from Mountain Hardwear on OutDry’s performance involves air. Apparently the system envelopes one’s hand in warm, dry air which “reduces the risk of condensation from excessive perspiration, and maintains stable hand temperature.” Translation? Your hands stay warm and dry.

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