AT A GLANCE
- The outermost layer of the HEAT LAYER SYSTEM
- Your perfect companion for additional weather protection
- Strongly wind and water repellent
- Thin and lightweight
- Practical pull-out loops on the sides
- Palm with silicone print for better grip
- Can be combined with all our glove models
TRIED AND TESTED
Originally developed for military units in Germany and Austria - now worldwide popular as multifunctional outdoor gloves.
Our ambassadors use our products in the coldest places in the world and gather valuable experience. Their feedback is continuously integrated into further product development.
EVEN IN EXTREMELY
COLD WEATHER
Since 1994 we have been equipping expeditions, alpine tours and mountaineers. Our gloves have already been used successfully on Mount Everest, K2, in Siberia, at the South Pole and in Canada's far north.
- 3 optional layers of gloves
- Easy to put on / off different layers
- Watch video to see how it works
IN DETAIL
The ergonomic 3D cut of the POLAR HOOD provides a good fit with secure grip.
Attach the POLAR HOOD to the SHELL and LINER using the carabiner provided. It’s nice to know that no part of the LAYER SYSTEM can get lost!
PERFECT COMBINATION
With the HEAT LAYER SYSTEM you combine different LINERS (inner gloves) and SHELLS (mittens) with the POLAR HOOD (mitten overcoat). Choose the gloves that suit you best!
100% OUTDOOR
Strong wind- and water-repellent fabric made of 100 % nylon with membrane coating make the POLAR HOOD robust and almost indestructible.
SOFT THUMB TEXTURE
Velvety soft fabric on the thumb protects the nose and you can wipe off glasses and displays without leaving scratches.
| POLAR HOOD | S | S | S | L | L | L | L | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heat 3 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
| cm | 14 - 15,5 | 16 - 17,5 | 18 - 19,5 | 20 - 22 | 22,5 - 24 | 24,5 - 26 | 26,5 - 28 | 28,5 - 30 |
| inch | 5,5 - 6,2 | 6,3 - 6,9 | 7 - 7,8 | 7,9 - 8,8 | 8,9 - 9,5 | 9,6 - 10,3 | 10,4 - 11,1 | 11,2 - 11,8 |
| POLAR HOOD | S | L | L | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell | 6-7 | 8-9 | 10-11 | 12-13 |
| cm | 14 - 17,5 | 18 - 22 | 22,5 - 26 | 26,5 - 30 |
| inch | 5,5 - 6,9 | 7 - 8,8 | 8,9 - 10,3 | 10,4 - 11,8 |
CORRECT MEASUREMENT
Measure the circumference of your hand as shown on the picture.
- Keep your fingers apart when measuring.
- You can use a tape measure. Tape should not be too firm.
- You can also use a string or any flexible cord. Wrap it around your palm, mark the edges and then measure it with a ruler.
- Tip: measure both hands, and use the larger measurement to select your glove size.

Delivery & Shipment
United States
- Most orders in US are shipped within 24 hours.
- Delivery within 3-5 business days, depending on your location.
- USA deliveries outside of continental United States, might take longer.
- You will get shipping price and delivery estimate during checkout.
- Expedited Shipping options will be available during checkout.
The additional heat output is generated without additional isolation material, but by the air entrapped between the POLAR HOOD and e.g. the SHELL.
At only 144g, the POLAR HOOD is a thin lightweight - rolled up it easily fits into your equipment.