Super Light Mitten
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Super Light Mittens deliver extreme warmth in a lightweight, packable alpine design
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I take these on any trip where temps are going to plummet. They’re warm enough for high-altitude climbs but still pack down small enough to stash in my pack for emergencies. The sheepskin palm feels durable yet supple, and the GORE-TEX insert means I never worry about wet hands in snow or ice."
When we’re heading into the high alpine or bracing for midwinter’s coldest days, we trust the Black Diamond Super Light Mitts. Engineered for extreme warmth with minimal weight, these mitts are our go-to for long expeditions, frigid dawn patrols, and high-altitude pursuits where reliable protection is non-negotiable.
The Pertex Quantum shell and GORE-TEX with Gore warm technology seal out snow and wind, while PrimaLoft Kodenshi insulation traps heat without adding bulk. A sheepskin leather palm with Kevlar stitching provides confident grip on tools, ropes, or ski poles, and the compressible build makes these mitts easy to stash when the sun finally breaks through. With a removable wrist leash for added security, the Super Light Mitts give us peace of mind knowing our hands will stay warm, dry, and ready no matter how brutal the conditions get.
Details
- High-alpine mitts built for mountaineering and frigid backcountry days
- Waterproof GORE-TEX insert with Gore warm technology
- PrimaLoft Kodenshi insulation delivers lightweight, compressible warmth
- Durable sheepskin leather palm with Kevlar stitching for dexterity
- Pertex Quantum shell is ultralight yet tough against wind and snow
- Removable wrist leash adds security during use
- Packs down small for expeditions and emergency use
- Item #BLDZ9VE
This item is made with PFAS chemicals.
- Material
- [face fabric] 15D Pertex Quantum (100% nylon), [lining] 100% polyester
- Waterproofing
- GORE-TEX ePE, XCR Product Technology
- Insulation
- PrimaLoft Kodenshi (100% polyester)
- Style
- gauntlet mitten
- Closure
- hook-and-loop
- Palm Grip
- 100% sheepskin leather
- Claimed Weight
- 10.01oz
- Activity
- mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 28 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJanuary 15, 2025
These mittens are the only
These mittens are the only ones that have kept my hands warm skiing on colder days. They are the best.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 17, 2024
Wonderful mittens
These mittens are so warm and they fit perfectly. Just as advertised by black diamond they are always very accurate!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 18, 2024
toasty
the warmest, most functional mitts I've ever had for skiing.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
May 14, 2024
Not my favorite BD mitts
In years past I’ve had the Absolute mitt & the Mercury mitt, both of which I love but were not available on the website. I ordered these Super light mittens assuming I’d love them, but unfortunately I will be returning them. They’re bulky, no removable liners. When they get wet it’d be hard to dry quickly.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 1, 2024
So close..
There is much too love about these mitts. They are truly well insulted, warm mittens. So warm, that for most locations/times you might only use them part of the time. That’s where the light weight and packability comes in. And still waterproof. The separate index finger “sleeve” inside the mitten actually works great: it helps stabilize the mitten when you grab things (less of the layers of material sliding on themselves). Two big misses though: Design/manufacture: the palm side lining and insulation are not cut proportionally. This means there is excess material bunching up, even with your palm open. When bending your hand, like you’d do most of the time with this mittens, whether trekking poles, ice axe, handlebars etc, it gets even worse. Design/cost cutting: the tip of the thumb is not covered in leather. This is a common wear location. The rest of the finger tips and palm are covered in leather for grip and durability, why not this little bit? In fact, there is a double patch of leather over the thumb/palm joint. What use is all that extra weight, cost and packed size, if the thumb will wear out long before? I have worn out other gloves in that exact spot. Either it should be super minimal leather reinforcement, or it should cover all common wear areas.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 4, 2024
Separate index finger?
Great gloves, but I find the separate index finger in the liner entirely puzzling. It adds not dexterity when the mittens are worn, but greatly decreases warmth-- I ended up exchanging for different gloves. And what a shame, because these are otherwise super warm, lightweight, and well-designed!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 12, 2023
XS is still too big and why the finger hole inside?!
These gloves fit very large. I understand that space can hold heat or a liner can be worn with them. I'm a typical size small woman, but even the XS is too big and my hands are not very small!! The mittens have an index finger slot sewn on the inside- which is not noted in the product description and is a cause of cold fingers. I returned them and will not purchase again.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 26, 2023
Mitts
Simply amazingly warm and comfortable! While made tough!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 14, 2023
Best ever, but wrist loops got caught causing casualty
Super warm and light, so plush and comfortable, totally wind proof. Ironically my left wrist loop got caught on a chairlift and the mitt got eaten, lest I get trapped on the chair, and I had to ski down with no glove! They were a proud gift from my dad that he saved up for. I am looking everywhere but don’t know anyone who could sell me just one. Why isn’t this an option from the manufacturer? I can’t be alone in my mitt tragedy! I got these in a small. Please help!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 10, 2023
My hands still get cold!
These mitts feel like they will keep my hands nice and warm, but on cold, windy days, my hands still get cold. Going to try my heated liners inside of the mitts today if I can get my jacket over the cuff.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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This product can expose you to chemicals including PFAS which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.