Practical advice: how to choose gloves for winter fishing? Do-it-yourself heated gloves from usb on carbon tape
Nature decreed that in cold weather a person's hands freeze. This is a protective reaction to the cold and prevents unpleasant consequences such as frostbite. Mittens or gloves for winter fishing are a necessary element of equipment for a winter angler.
Why do we need
Mittens or gloves are essential for ice fishing. Sometimes you can fish with gloves or mittens, baring your hands only when you have to drag the prey. And sometimes, due to the peculiarities of fishing, you have to fish with bare hands, and then mittens or gloves are needed in order to warm your hands from time to time.
Interesting! Different people have cold hands in different ways. It depends on how close the capillaries are to the skin on the fingers, and on the overall metabolic rate.
What types are
Mittens
Mittens, they are mittens, do not have split fingers. But according to tradition, mittens are called products that have an outer layer of one or another dense material and an inner layer of some kind of insulation. Mittens also have a uniform structure.
The outer layers of mittens for winter should be made of a water-repellent and waterproof material so that the inner layer remains dry even if the mittens fall into the water. Such materials can be velor, leather, polyester. The inner layer is made from natural materials such as fur or sheepskin, or from a synthetic heat insulator that can retain the heat of the hands.
In addition to one-piece mittens, there are flap valve models. This option can be useful for various types of ice fishing, when you need to perform short operations in the open air with bare fingers. Such mittens are knitted or made of synthetic materials such as thinsulate. They are not as bulky as fur mittens, but they still do not protect hands from the cold so reliably.
Also found mittens with separated thumb and forefinger, but such products are not very popular, because in terms of their functionality they are not much different from ordinary mittens.
Gloves
There are two types of gloves:
- whole when all fingers are closed;
- with exposed phalanges of fingers (mittens), and the degree of openness of the fingers may be different.
Knitted gloves can be made from wool, synthetic materials, or a combination of both. In warm weather, regular cotton work gloves can be used. Knitting can be single and double.
Important! The fisherman should be aware that gloves made of modern synthetic materials do not heat, but only retain the warmth of the hands. Therefore, for very cold weather, woolen gloves are preferred.
Useful improvements to gloves are overlays made of dense material on the palm, which prevent rubbing of the product in this place and allow you to hold the rod more firmly, since non-slip material such as suede is used for the overlays.
Handmade knitted
Mittens and gloves can be handmade, the latter being rarer due to the complexity of the knitting process. But with hand knitting, it is possible to add any additional elements that seem necessary to the angler.
What is better to choose - gloves or mittens
The choice is determined by the fishing method that the angler prefers. The following options can be considered:
- Active fishing on mormyshka with a nozzle. Since the angler has to constantly move the rod, depending on the degree of weather comfort, he can wear:
- fingerless gloves when relatively warm;
- one piece gloves, but those that do not make it difficult to play with a fishing rod and that can be easily thrown off when playing prey;
- warm mittens, which have a soft top layer so that the angler can feel the rod through the mitten.
- to catch with bare hands and have warm mittens on hand to warm hands from time to time;
- fishing with gloves without fingers, if they do not interfere with the required movements of the fishing rod.
- fingerless gloves;
- gloves with fingers;
- soft mittens with a folding valve;
- warm soft gloves.
Store Selection Rules
It doesn’t matter what you have to choose, gloves or mittens, the sequence of actions should be as follows:
- Fitting. Gloves or mittens should not be tight, but they should not fall off the hands either.
- visual inspection to identify potential product defects.
- Tactile product research, i.e. its palpation for compliance with the expected requirements.
- Checking the quality of the insulation- it shouldn't fall apart.
- Checking the quality of seams- they should be even and threads should not stick out of them.
- If a shoulder strap is attached to the product, then you need to check its length and inspect the place where it is sewn.
- If gloves are equipped with heating, then you should check how it works in the store.
- If the product has a warranty card, then find out the warranty period and do not forget the card in the store.
Healthy! Since there are always fishing rods in the store, you should, wearing gloves or mittens, simulate the fishing process. It is possible that a product that fits well on the hand will be uncomfortable to use.
What are heated gloves? Are they needed?
Heated gloves are modern piece of fishing equipment based on innovative technology. Inside the product is a small mechanical device that starts working when the angler puts on a glove on his hand. The cost of such gloves is not affordable for everyone and you have to choose which is better: comfort while fishing or possible frostbite.
The outer layer of such gloves is made of a moisture-repellent and durable material that prevents damage to the heating element. Do you need these gloves or not? Here you need to be guided by the conditions in which most fishing takes place and, of course, the climatic conditions of the region where these fishing takes place.
Overview of existing models
Heated mittens Pekatherm GU930
The principle of operation of this product is described above. The innovation was to the taste of those anglers who, for the most part, rarely have to take off their gloves, for example, if they catch large fish with a lure, and the frosts are serious.
norfin
Norfin is a domestic company engaged in the production of clothing for fishing and tourism. Their product has an acceptable price / quality ratio and is the choice of many anglers. The company produces gloves and mittens from modern materials. Models are available both fully closed and with flap valve. In addition, neoprene gloves are available in which you can comfortably fish in wet, windy and cold weather.
Salmo
Latvian company. A large line of gloves and mittens, including products for children. Combined materials are used in production.
Artmex
The company is focused on the production of especially warm products, since velor, sheepskin, artificial and natural fur are used in the production. Many models are equipped with shoulder tape, which makes fishing even more comfortable.
Alaskan
The outer layer of Two Fingers mittens is made from PVC-coated nylon. The palm is reinforced with polyurethane. The Justing Hit model is waterproof mittens made of polyester with PVC coating, inner fleece lining and holophyll insulation.
iceberg
The company produces gloves mainly from modern synthetic materials.
Do-it-yourself mittens
In order to make mittens with your own hands you will need:
Pattern.
On a sheet of paper, outline the contours of the palm, noting where the thumb is located. Allowances are given: 1.5 centimeters for a loose fit and 1 centimeter for seams. On another sheet, circle the thumb, marking the junction with the palm.
Materials:
- dense preferably waterproof fabric;
- sheepskin.
Tools:
- scissors;
- sewing machine.
The manufacturing process looks like this:
- Cut out the details according to the pattern.
- Sew them up.
- Lay the sheepskin inside and sew.
Warming of the purchased model
To warm the finished mitten, use an old fur coat made of faux fur. To do this, cut out the sleeve from the old sleeve, sheathe its edges so that they do not fray. The resulting clutch will additionally warm the wrist.
Attention! In addition to the well-known characteristics of gloves or mittens, one should not forget about their length. The wrist should not freeze in any case.
What products are the best
Gloves
The product that meets most of the requirements for ice fishing is the Norfin Magnet flap valve glove.
Mittens
Warm and waterproof Artmex mittens. Not only can the hands in them not freeze in principle, but even after the mittens have been dropped into a hole or a puddle on ice, they remain warm and dry inside.
Useful video
Hands on winter fishing should not freeze. In order for this unconditional statement to become a reality, many companies, Russian and foreign, are developing and manufacturing warm and comfortable gloves and mittens that give the angler the opportunity to enjoy fishing and not think about the unpleasant consequences of exposure to cold.
Knipovich Nikolai Mikhailovich
Zoologist, hydrobiologist. Graduated from Leningrad State University named after Zhdanov, Faculty of Biology and Soil. I am a professional fisherman.
The problem of protecting hands from the effects of water, wind and frost during winter fishing has long been relevant. During the fishing period, unprotected skin is constantly in contact with wet baits, wet fish. This has an unfavorable effect on the general health of the fisherman.
Anglers tend to prefer gloves because they are comfortable to fish in. They do not constrain the movements of the fingers, since in the cold it is necessary to carry out actions of a different nature. Of course, you can’t fix the hook on the fishing line with gloves, but other operations are best done with gloves on.
It is very important that the fingers act independently and, at the same time, be protected from low temperatures. Gloves can be different: with a solid finger, with delayed valves located at the fingertips, as well as heated gloves. Such types of gloves, especially those with flaps, are very convenient and practical, since you do not need to take off your gloves every time you need to do something.
Mittens are characterized by the fact that they do not have split fingers, although there are models in which a third part is deposited, located in the area of \u200b\u200bthe fingers. Despite some inconvenience, they perfectly protect from the cold and, in this case, are much better than gloves. Almost all manufacturers insulate the inside of mittens with heat-saving materials, both artificial and natural.
Outside, mittens are sheathed with water-repellent materials. This is very important because the angler is constantly in contact with the water while fishing. The presence of water enhances the feeling of cold and very significantly. For sewing mittens, they use such widespread materials as polyester, velor and leather. Sheepskin, fur, as well as heat-saving synthetics are used as a lining.
Handmade gloves (knitted)
Knitted gloves are a classic option that came to us from the past. A lot of time has passed since they were invented, but knitted gloves are very popular to this day. As a rule, they are light and warm, as well as easy to use. Fishing gloves are distinguished by a multilayer structure that is able to retain heat inside for a long time, which is important.
Existing models of gloves for winter fishing
Norfin is a Russian manufacturer of special clothing for fishing and tourism. It produces a sufficient number of different accessories for people who prefer an active lifestyle. The model range of clothes is so big that it can satisfy inquiries of any consumers. All products are only of high quality, since only high-quality materials are used in its manufacture.
Most importantly, the ratio of price to quality makes the products of this company affordable for a wide range of consumers, including anglers. Mittens, mittens and gloves are no exception, as the quality and practicality of such products have been proven over many years of work. The team understands how necessary such accessories are for fishermen, so all models are thought out to the smallest detail. In the production process, all the wishes and comments of people who used the clothes of this company in extreme conditions are taken into account.
Mittens-gloves are one of the main developments of the company that meets the most modern requirements. The product not only perfectly warms hands, but also allows you to carry out various manipulations with tackle in conditions, to put it mildly, not comfortable. Glove mittens are equipped with a flap that can be opened when active fishing is in progress. The valve can be easily closed at any time and also opened at any time to free the fingers.
Neoprene gloves Norfin, which are not afraid of water, are very popular. In addition, they reliably protect hands from cold, wind and moisture. When fishing in the cold, the neoprene part of the gloves can be removed. Such a product is not afraid of frosts down to -30 degrees, which indicates the seriousness of the development.
Salmo
This manufacturer produces both adult models of gloves, mittens and mittens, and children's models. The size range is so extensive that products can be selected for any age and for any category of customers.
Salmo products are characterized by the fact that combined materials are used in their production. This allows us to provide customers with products for any purpose. These can be products exclusively for warming hands or especially durable gloves designed for heavy loads. The products of this company are used by fishermen, hunters, climbers and just tourists. Naturally, the list of consumers of the products of this well-known company is not complete.
The manufacturer made sure that his models were indispensable in cold periods, especially in winter. Gloves, mittens and mittens are equipped with a reliable heat-retaining layer made of materials such as velor, sheepskin, as well as natural or artificial fur.
In such gloves or mittens, no cold and no frost are terrible. For ease of use, all products are equipped with shoulder tape, which is threaded into the sleeves of outerwear. This approach allows you to save gloves in the most unforeseen situations, even if they are taken off your hands. After all, situations in terms of fishing or in terms of hiking are different.
Heated mittens Pekatherm GU930
This is already a variant of a more modern development of mittens, where the new technology is taken as the basis. Protection from cold is provided by a heating mechanical microdevice embedded inside the product.
The heating element does not interfere with the angler and is invisible to others. Naturally, these mittens have a high price, but in this case the price may be justified, since the level of comfort is not commensurate with the consequences of frostbite. The top layer of such mittens is made of moisture-resistant and durable fabric, which protects the heating element from mechanical damage. When comfort comes first, price doesn't matter.
How to choose the right mittens
- Without fail, the product should be tried on. If you make a mistake with the size, then the mittens will not be able to perform their functions.
- First of all, it is necessary to visually inspect the goods, since marriage is possible.
- The product must certainly be examined by touch to make sure that it is suitable in quality, depending on the conditions of wear.
- It will not be superfluous to pay attention to the inner surface of the mittens in order to determine the quality of the inner layer and its pleasantness during wearing. It is necessary to make sure on the spot that the insulation does not fray.
- All seams of the product are also checked for quality: no threads should stick out of them, and the seams themselves should be even and neat.
- If there is a shoulder braid, then you should check the place where the braid is sewn to the mittens. In addition, the process of measuring the length of the braid will not be superfluous. The most important thing is that it should not be short.
- If these are heated gloves, then it is better to test the effect of the heating element in order to exclude the possibility of overheating.
- Be sure to make sure that the manufacturer provides the product with a warranty period of operation.
We warm fishing mittens with our own hands
As a rule, when buying this or that thing in a store, each person is faced with a situation where the product does not meet the necessary requirements. It seems to be normal when buying, but wearing them once or twice, there is a feeling of discomfort and dissatisfaction. Therefore, each angler resorts to additional warming of mittens, armed with ingenuity.
For additional insulation, you can use an old fur coat with faux fur. Using a wide sleeve, you can build a kind of clutch that allows you to close the possibility of cold air getting into the mittens. This is especially true when the angler is just sitting, waiting for a bite.
Those who want to feel as comfortable as possible in cold weather should consider purchasing such an accessory as heated gloves. Reviews about this new product are currently mixed. In any case, in general, users are advised to purchase only expensive products from manufacturers with a good reputation. Chinese models are often of poor quality and do not justify even their low cost.
Types of heated gloves
There are two main types of such an accessory:
- gloves designed for outdoor use in winter;
- USB models that warm hands when working at a computer.
Both can be useful in different situations.
Outdoor option
Heated gloves can be very useful both for residents of the northern regions of Russia and for those who like to spend time outdoors in winter, that is, hunters, fishermen, climbers, tourists, skiers, etc. The principle of operation of such gloves is quite simple. Heating elements are usually inserted between the outer warm layer, topped with a moisture-proof composition, and the lining. They are inserts made of carbon conductive fiber. As a power source, either batteries (most often three AA batteries) or small lightweight (weighing a few grams) batteries can be used.
What to consider when buying
It is worth paying attention to:
- Manufacturing material. Actually, the fabric of the gloves itself should warm the hands well and be waterproof.
- The location of the heating element. It should be exactly between the two layers of gloves - outer and inner. If the elements are located outside, there will be no special effect from them. In some low-quality models, the heaters are located inside without a gasket. In this case, the hands will simply burn when used.
- If you plan to wear gloves in extreme cold or when traveling on some kind of open equipment (motorcycle, hang glider, etc.), purchase a model with heating elements located over the entire surface of the product, and not just on the back of the hand.
- If it is not supposed to perform particularly complex periodic actions with hands in the cold, you can think about purchasing a heated clutch. Such models are more efficient.
- Switching on/off should be done automatically. If the elements are constantly heated, in not too cold weather, the hands will begin to burn.
Reviews of models that meet all these requirements are mostly positive from consumers. Of course, when buying such gloves, you should pay attention to the size. When worn, the products should not dangle or fit the brush too tightly.
Heated USB gloves
This is another variety, at the moment no less popular than street models. Such gloves are used mainly when working at a computer or laptop in cold rooms. Most often, these are products with "circumcised" fingers, additionally equipped with mittens.
The power source in this case is the computer or laptop itself. Connection is made through any free USB port. The cable comes with these gloves included. If your fingers get cold during work, you can warm them up by putting on the top mitten.
Pekatherm heated gloves reviews
As already mentioned, the opinions of buyers about such accessories are very different. In general, this idea is recognized as useful and necessary. However, since the modern domestic market is filled with low-quality Chinese-made products, one can often hear not too flattering statements about such products.
- very ill-conceived unaesthetic design;
- poor qualities of the fabric itself, which does not heat at all and passes moisture;
- inefficiency of the heating elements;
- inconvenience to use.
Heated Pekatherm gloves (GU920 - the most common model) are inexpensive - less than 3,000 rubles. However, their quality, apparently, leaves much to be desired.
Other models
Somewhat more popular among consumers are Blazewear gloves, which have a fairly attractive design and warm hands much more efficiently. There are models of this manufacturer in the region of 5000 rubles.
As for USB gloves, they are often used as an additional heating accessory, since they are not intended for too much cold weather. In general, these are quite popular heated gloves. Reviews from most consumers about them are simply wonderful. Some even use them from time to time as a heating pad for different parts of the body.
How to choose the size
To determine which gloves are best for you, you can do the following:
- the distance from the tip of the middle finger to the place on the wrist where you wear the watch is measured;
- according to the result, the size is selected.
So, if the distance is 17 cm, model S is suitable, if 18 cm - M, 19 cm - L. For people with very large hands, an accessory is provided
Self-manufacturing
Some people are interested in how to make DIY heated gloves. This procedure is not too complicated if you manage to purchase heating pads. Finding them is quite simple, for example, you can buy on the Internet. These overlays are sewn to any gloves from the wrong side in the right places.
It is better to wear such a homemade accessory with additional thin lower mittens. In this case, during operation, you will not burn your hands. However, it’s easier not to bother and buy ready-made heated gloves. You can make a more convenient model with your own hands, but you will have to spend a lot of time making it.
Operation features
The power source for such accessories can be (three for each). Heated gloves are also available with a battery of approximately 3.7 V and 2200 mA. You can also purchase models recharged from the cigarette lighter of a motorcycle, car or snowmobile. In order to prolong battery life, manufacturers recommend periodically turning off the switch.
Heated gloves are typically rated for several hours of continuous heating. However, such prolonged use in this mode is often unnecessary. In most cases, a few minutes are enough to reach a comfortable temperature. After that, gloves only maintain the necessary degrees.
So, the conclusion from all of the above can be drawn as follows: buy expensive, high-quality heated gloves. Feedback on models from well-known manufacturers from consumers is good. Buying cheap Chinese products is in most cases a waste of money.
Heated gloves from USB OWN HANDS-WITHOUT NICHROME.
Hello to all fishermen, hunters, tourists. Today I will share my experimental idea - heated gloves on CARBON TAPE.
A small caveat gentlemen - this article is not an ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION (usually these cost money)) BUT A DEMONSTRATION OF MY IDEA - AND WHAT WE GOT. The author of the article and the site is not responsible for the misuse of heating elements and power sources - and the harm caused by them.
So with the lyrics finished, let's get down to business.
I decided to try to make heated gloves - so to speak, so that staying in the cold would bring only pleasure and at the same time run in a new heating element once more.
As a basis, I took inexpensive knitted (but it can be more powerful and warmer) gloves in one of the inexpensive chain stores.
Such warm - cozy - like grandmothers (well, except for the quality of course))
I turned both inside out .. to calculate the tape itself.
Now briefly about the tape itself. This is a new development of our craftsmen, as I understand it, a heating element of a new generation. When voltage is applied to it, it gives heat. The rest depends on voltage and current. .It has a good heating area, unlike nichrome. It comes in different widths - my version is 15mm wide.
Having calculated approximately the desired length - so that there would be a perceptible heating from the power bank by 5 volts (this was a fundamental condition for me) - it turned out about 1 meter of tape - but when connecting the 1 meter to the power bank, the heating is barely noticeable. Therefore, I made two segments of 50 cm each parallel connection .. The resistance and heating increased, I got about 5v-0.9-1.0A (for one glove) - and the heat is already felt very even. The measurement showed approx + 38 + 45С
I laid out the tape on the glove beforehand, grabbed it with threads and double-sided tape.
I decided to insulate the inside of the palm - for working with metal and other cold ones. But you can also use the outer part - this is what anyone needs.
Now I connect the power wire - I chose it more powerful and more beautiful))
According to the available information, it is not difficult to connect the tape - just make a twist-wire-tape (if this is a simple option)
Working with the tape requires a little accuracy - since its unprocessed cutting edges are peeling off - and it will not work to burn it - it heats up to red - does not burn, does not melt.
The entire connection was clamped with heat shrink insulation.
I finally mounted the wires.
It finally looks something like this. The places where the wire and the tape are connected heat a little more, so I additionally insulated it by hand with felt spacers.
These dear readers turned out to be heated gloves. Please do not judge strictly - by the way this is new material for me and I probably, no matter how it sounds pathetic, the first on Russian YouTube and the Internet, who began to work with him, so at home with their own hands and mounted it in gloves working from a power bank. The material is definitely interesting - I see its pluses - I'm trying to understand the minuses and I want to find more use for it. This is how the first pass turned out. If you score on YouTube ** Do-it-yourself heated gloves ** mine will be somewhere at the top and so far the only ones with FULL HEATED palms and fingers. I will be grateful. All links to consumables in the description of the video.
If you are interested in other winter homemade products, you can find them on this site - among my articles and on the YouTube channel. As always, I say goodbye not for long, until the next ideas (and they will be even more interesting))
Winter is already knocking on the door, the cold is coming. Any heated winter clothing is now very relevant, so this review will focus on heated gloves from warmspace. I invite everyone under cat.
The gloves came in a rather bright, slightly shabby yellow package with Chinese characters. On the top left there is even a sticker of authenticity that they say the product is original.
Material: cotton 60% + polyester 40%
Power: 2.5W
Battery: 2000mAh li-on 3.7v
Charging time: 2 hours
Heating time: 3-4 minutes
Size: 12.5x30cm (L - width 12cm, length from middle finger to wrist 18-21cm)
Each model has its own characteristics
Model, power, battery capacity, voltage, charging time, warm-up time, heating temperature, heating location 
In the kit we have: gloves, two 2000mAh batteries, double usb cable, power adapter and annotation completely in Chinese. The adapter for the euro plug was not included. Either clamped, or forgot to put.
Appearance
The gloves look pretty good. The material is pleasant to the touch. The gloves have clasps to keep them snug on the hand. Outside they are made of synthetics (polyester). A cashmere black insert with the "warmspace" logo is sewn into the upper part, and there is a rubberized padding on the palm itself. The quality of performance pleases.
They are sewn neatly. There are no loose threads anywhere. Only in this place in both gloves I found a couple of threads, carefully cut them off and that's it. We can say that in general the quality of tailoring is excellent.
The inside of the gloves are made of cotton. The material is nice and thick. The hands inside the gloves do not slip and feel good inside. It is also perfectly sewn, no crime and no smell of China.
The pocket for the battery closes with a zipper and is sheathed on the inside with a pink material. There is a lot of space inside it, if you wish, you can put a larger battery. After connecting the plug, the gloves immediately begin to heat up, no on / off buttons are provided. The heating element itself is located under the pocket, which covers the entire front of the palm.
This is what the batteries and charger look like. Batteries weight 46 grams, size: 4x5cm. Charging time from the native adapter is 2.5 hours. Charging with a more powerful adapter is reduced by almost an hour, the charging current sometimes reaches 2.5A. I advise you to use your native one, since such a fast charge will significantly reduce its resource.
Testing
Testing was carried out using a conventional outdoor thermometer on a cold windowsill. Since there is only one thermometer, all measurements were taken in turn. Temperature reading without heating 24 degrees:
With the heating turned on, the temperature inside the glove rose to 37-38 degrees in 5 minutes. The temperature does not rise above 40 degrees. Heating comes from the back of the hand and goes to the fingers. When gloves are worn on the hand, the warmth is very well felt. One full charge is enough for 2 hours, after this time the heat immediately begins to weaken.
Photo on hand
I walked in these gloves in the evening for about an hour, it was -7 outside and there was a slight wind. I would like to say that the gloves are quite comfortable and there is very good warmth, the hands even begin to sweat. But it seems to me that it will not be enough in severe frosts, all the same, 40 degrees (well, even take 45, if they are on hand, okay) this is not very much. However, the Chinese were cunning with the characteristics ... The optimal temperature, in my opinion, at which the body temperature will be kept in them is -20. Even if the temperature outside is lower, you will feel the cold much later than with ordinary gloves.
Outcome
Gloves are pleasant to the touch. Thick material, well made. The only thing is that they are very thick in them, it will be inconvenient to grab some small things (keys, phone) and put your hands in your pockets. The absence of a power button and a charge indicator means some inconvenience in their use. But otherwise, they are quite themselves ... You can go skiing and play snowballs. Take not take - the choice is yours. There are both negative and positive
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