Anybody make battery powered heated gloves?

[BF]

I'd like some heated gloves.....but I'd prefer an unencumbered battery powered glove.  Something I could wear for the commute to work and back......about a 20 to 25 minute ride.   

I'm not interested in anything that I've got to wire to the bike (or me) to get it to work. 

Any suggestions?

[Tim H]

I was thinking of trying to make something too.  I have some liners that I use to use back in my camping days that would be a good donor.  The winter gloves I have are still too hot for 40 degrees and my hands sweat.  Just my fingertips are cold so I would look to just wrap the fingers and run them off a battery clipped to the glove.

[Tim H]

Just been Googling since the last post and found this neat projects.  It's something like I was talking about.

http://xray.bmc.uu.se/mark/cam_trig/toesties.html



I would be happy with just the first and second knuckle heated.  Rechargeable batteries sound like the way to go.  Pop a new set in the morning heading out to work, and a carry a spare for the ride home.

[BamaDrifter64]

Here ya go...but their pricey!!!

http://www.bobscycle.com/search.htm?searchterm=Ansai&step=2

Dave

[R J]

Years ago, I got a pair of 2 'D' battery heated gloves from JC Whitney.

Don't have a clue what ever happened to them.   

They worked good till I got a pair that ran off the bike battery.

Had to carry 4 extra batteries was my only dis-like.

Ya might have a look see in JC Whitney.

[scoot]

Never used these, but they look interesting, and if you order them now you can get 20% off
http://www.verseo.com/thermogloves-rechargeable-heated-gloves.html?gclid=CPiEyYb-jawCFQUKKgoddmBwoA

[The Anvil]

http://www.warmnsafe.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=68_94&zenid=jv5qv1ktij12f6m92a80ac8k14

They have what you need but you may want to call and talk to someone about what you need.

[boss hoss bill]

Gerbings also makes them, pricey but an excellent product,
I've been looking at them but I think a wired set is better for me.
I don't know how long a set of battery powered will keep you warm.
If they do last 4-5 hours, then I certainly would go that route. I'd keep a spare set of batteries with me, as I do for my GPS.

[Ricky-D]

When the discussion revolves around hand warmth regarding gloves it seems to me that what is lost is the advantage of wearing mittens.

Mittens are wholly and totally better than any kind of glove for keeping the fingers warm. That is except electric gloves.

I thankfully don't live in the northern climes but occasionally do encounter very cold (freezing) days/nights where I am thankful for my mittens.

It seems many have forgotten the advantages of mitten over gloves.

And what about those chemical heat generating packets. They work wonderfully and you can put then in an air tight baggy to preserve the life of them when you don't need them for a while.

Just thought I'd mention this!

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[The Anvil]

When the discussion revolves around hand warmth regarding gloves it seems to me that what is lost is the advantage of wearing mittens.

Mittens are wholly and totally better than any kind of glove for keeping the fingers warm. That is except electric gloves.

I thankfully don't live in the northern climes but occasionally do encounter very cold (freezing) days/nights where I am thankful for my mittens.

It seems many have forgotten the advantages of mitten over gloves.

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Yeah, as it related to motorcycles (and this does) I think mittens are out of the discussion.

[BF]

+1 what Anvil said.  

And I've tried the chemical heat packs.  You can't get them shoved down in your gloves to the part that gets cold......the fingers.....plus that, and they actually get too hot and can burn you if you leave them in contact for too long.  

[six2go #152]

There used to be a product called "Hippo Hands" that were like oversized mittens that fastened to the handlebars. You inserted your hands into them to access the controls. I've heard of quite a few cold weather riders that really like them. They are well insulated so maybe ANY electrical power wouldn't be needed. Just a Thought.

[BF]

I've seen the hippo hands......they're pretty dorky looking.  They might work, but I've got certain style requirements.   

[The Anvil]

There used to be a product called "Hippo Hands" that were like oversized mittens that fastened to the handlebars. You inserted your hands into them to access the controls. I've heard of quite a few cold weather riders that really like them. They are well insulated so maybe ANY electrical power wouldn't be needed. Just a Thought.

A lot of ATV riders (including myself) like them. Along with heated grips (much simpler and cheaper on an ATV because of the thumb throttle) you don't need to wear more than light gloves under most conditions.

[six2go #152]

I've seen the hippo hands......they're pretty dorky looking.  They might work, but I've got certain style requirements.   

Sheesh! I just noticed that you are in Florida. AND YOU NEED HEATED GLOVES? I was out for a ride the other day when the temps were in the low 50's and I was wearing my mesh jacket and single layer Summer gloves. Man Up Dude! 

[The Anvil]

I've seen the hippo hands......they're pretty dorky looking.  They might work, but I've got certain style requirements.   

Sheesh! I just noticed that you are in Florida. AND YOU NEED HEATED GLOVES? I was out for a ride the other day when the temps were in the low 50's and I was wearing my mesh jacket and single layer Summer gloves. Man Up Dude! 

Normally I'd just agree and say suck it up buttercup, but I've got a bud with the diabeetus and he has trouble keeping extremities warm. I still call him a pussy just to break balls but I feel for him.

[six2go #152]

I've seen the hippo hands......they're pretty dorky looking.  They might work, but I've got certain style requirements.   

Sheesh! I just noticed that you are in Florida. AND YOU NEED HEATED GLOVES? I was out for a ride the other day when the temps were in the low 50's and I was wearing my mesh jacket and single layer Summer gloves. Man Up Dude! 

Normally I'd just agree and say suck it up buttercup, but I've got a bud with the diabeetus and he has trouble keeping extremities warm. I still call him a pussy just to break balls but I feel for him.

Well, I'm also diabetic, which is another story, I just felt like busting BF's chops a little. All in good fun.

[Challenger]

I bought a pair of (Grabber Warmers) (hunting gloves) at Farm King in the sporting goods dept for $16.00. each glove takes four AA batteries. they take about 5 min to warm up, but work pretty well for the price. I have several devises that take rechargeable AA so that was not a problem. I doubt that you would ever have to put them on low but they work for me.

[Tim R]

Something like these, just found them while doing a little looking around sound like just the ticket and cheap as well.

http://www.thewarmingstore.com/grabber-warmers-heated-gloves.html?gclid=CKPmrpuTj6wCFcEBQAodwHadpA

[BF]

I've seen the hippo hands......they're pretty dorky looking.  They might work, but I've got certain style requirements.   

Sheesh! I just noticed that you are in Florida. AND YOU NEED HEATED GLOVES? I was out for a ride the other day when the temps were in the low 50's and I was wearing my mesh jacket and single layer Summer gloves. Man Up Dude! 

You want some kind of award or something?   

Why is it that everyone thinks it doesn't get cold in Florida?  It does get cold here...sometimes single digit cold.  We don't all ride around in shorts and flip flops year 'round....especially here in the northern panhandle of Florida.  I ride all winter long here (bike gets parked most of the summer because it's a freakin' furnace here then)....and I ride alot at night and in temps in the 30's and 40's on a regular basis.  I'm a diabetic too and my fingers get cold.  I can ride all day in the cold and be just fine, but my fingers get cold even with my winter gloves. 

And I do cold btw....very man-up'ed professional cold.  I freeze entire aircraft, weapon systems and other military and civilian aircraft and hardware for a living down to -65 and lower and I offen work in temps lower than that.  I do cold. 





I man up....daily.   

[BF]

TimR.....

Thanks for the link.  Those don't look too bad.....and the price is right.  I might give them a try just to see if they work or not.  I blow that much on the lottery every week.   

They also list the Gerbing's battery powered gloves.  I just found out about the Gerbing's not too long ago.  I've never seen them in person, or known anybody that has them......and they sure are $pendy, but they sure do look nice.  I wonder if they work that much better than the cheapy gloves, or are you just paying for the name Gerbing? 

[BnB Tom]

Here's one more option.  This one has 3 heat settings and rechargable I-ion batteries.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001K9OQDC/ref=asc_df_B001K9OQDC1747502?smid=A21D25Z94UAIFS&tag=nextagusmp0353897-20&linkCode=asn&creative=395105&creativeASIN=B001K9OQDC

However, they're a little pricier!

[BF]

I looked at the Gerbing's S2 a little more.  It says that they're not for motorcycle use.  Anyone know why that is?

[Madmike]

I'd like some heated gloves.....but I'd prefer an unencumbered battery powered glove.  Something I could wear for the commute to work and back......about a 20 to 25 minute ride.   

I'm not interested in anything that I've got to wire to the bike (or me) to get it to work. 

Any suggestions?

you ever seen the reusable heat packs that are available????  They last for about half an hour or so and you just boil them to reset


toasterz

[Jess from VA]

I looked at the Gerbing's S2 a little more.  It says that they're not for motorcycle use.  Anyone know why that is?

I just looked too, and am not sure.  But I was about to comment to some of the above links to textile battery powered gloves that heat heat alone may be unsat for a bike glove.  It also needs to be as airtight (and waterproof) as possible, since we move thru the cold air at speed.  Over the years, I have used generic winterwear on my bikes with mixed success.  Insulated boots (and gloves) were subpar because the cordura tongue/gloves may be waterproof, but the cold air still gets in.  Tuns out uninsulated motorcycle-specific boots (with good sox) are warmer than any insulated lacers because they are completely windproof.

Some of those battery gloves may be warm in a tree stand, but not on your bike.

[BF]

I'd like some heated gloves.....but I'd prefer an unencumbered battery powered glove.  Something I could wear for the commute to work and back......about a 20 to 25 minute ride.   

I'm not interested in anything that I've got to wire to the bike (or me) to get it to work. 

Any suggestions?

you ever seen the reusable heat packs that are available????  They last for about half an hour or so and you just boil them to reset


toasterz

Yep, I've tried them.  I can get them in my glove, but not down to the finger tips where I need the heat.  My hands don't get cold......it's my fingers that feel like they're gonna break off. 

I've looked some more at those Gerbing's........seems that Jess is right.  They're not designed for the wind. 

[Hawkeye]

Not battery heated, but an excellent glove down to 35 degrees at 65-70 mph for 1 hr 15 mins - (the time is my one way commute and the speed is pretty much continuous). 

http://www.basspro.com/Columbia-OmniHeat-Majik-Wand-II-Gloves-for-Men/product/10230756/232738

[fon1961]

I've seen the hippo hands......they're pretty dorky looking.  They might work, but I've got certain style requirements.  

Sheesh! I just noticed that you are in Florida. AND YOU NEED HEATED GLOVES? I was out for a ride the other day when the temps were in the low 50's and I was wearing my mesh jacket and single layer Summer gloves. Man Up Dude!  

You want some kind of award or something?  

Why is it that everyone thinks it doesn't get cold in Florida?  It does get cold here...sometimes single digit cold.  We don't all ride around in shorts and flip flops year 'round....especially here in the northern panhandle of Florida.  I ride all winter long here (bike gets parked most of the summer because it's a freakin' furnace here then)....and I ride alot at night and in temps in the 30's and 40's on a regular basis.  I'm a diabetic too and my fingers get cold.  I can ride all day in the cold and be just fine, but my fingers get cold even with my winter gloves.  

And I do cold btw....very man-up'ed professional cold.  I freeze entire aircraft, weapon systems and other military and civilian aircraft and hardware for a living down to -65 and lower and I offen work in temps lower than that.  I do cold.  





I man up....daily.  

lol, i've been in that very chamber!  cool place no pun intended. 

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

You should just go for it and buy some nice Gerbing and wire the controller into the bike...It will be some of the best money you EVER spent to add to your motorcycling pleasure. You have my word on that    You start getting cold turn the knob and get that warm feeling ....It's nice 

[MarkT]

Here's a nice battery powered pair from sportsman's guide for $25 - runs on AA batteries, 6 hrs on high, 8 hrs on low.  I might get a pair just because they are cheap and more convenient to use than my Widders I have to plug in.  http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/grabber-heated-gloves-black.aspx?a=904137