The Best Glove Liners

Though ski gloves are built to be warm and rugged, the most frigid winds have a way of penetrating and chilling you to the bone. Glove liners augment the glove's insulation, providing extra warmth. High-end ski and snowboard gloves often come with liners, but for those that don't, there are plenty of quality options.

  1. Things to Look For

    • Like the other ski garments that sit against your skin, glove liners should be made from a warm, moisture-wicking material. Liners are typically made of materials like fleece and polyester blends, Merino wool and silk. The liners should have a small percentage of spandex or stretchy fabric to stretch around your fingers. They should fit snugly without being tight or uncomfortable. They'll also need to fit inside your ski gloves, so bring those to find the right size.

    Ibex Merino Stretch Liners

    • In answering a reader question about the warmest ski gloves, Outside Magazine's "Gear Guy," Doug Gantenbein, suggested Ibex Stretch Merino glove liners. The liners are made from 18.5 micron New Zealand Merino wool with 5 percent Lycra for stretch. The flat-lock construction eliminates chafing and itching and the soft fabric is comfortable against the skin.

    Terramar ThermaSilk EC2 Liners

    • Anyone that knows anything about silk knows that it's probably the most comfortable fabric you'll ever have against your skin. But it's also quite effective at keeping in warmth. Terramar's ThermaSilk EC2 Qwik-Dry liners are made from 100 percent pure filament silk interlock. The liners are designed to be breathable, quick-drying, comfortable and warm. The lightweight liners include anti-microbial treatment.

    Heated Glove Liners

    • Most skiers and riders should be able to keep warm with a well-insulated, properly-fitted ski glove and liner. But for those that just can't seem to find a combination that cuts the chill, electric glove liners may be the option. Powered by small battery packs, these liners use electrical heat to provide even more warming than insulation alone.