Glove liners provide extra protection, warmth, and moisture-wicking properties. They come in various materials and can be worn alone or inside other gloves. Some have their own heat source, but fit is crucial for effectiveness.
Glove Liners are thin, flexible gloves that are worn inside regular gloves. They can be designed to provide an extra layer of protection against injury, to wick away perspiration and increase the warmth of the gloves. Some provide extra padding to cushion the hand and protect it from bruising. Fireplace mitts and oven mitts protect hands from heat.
Anyone who has used rubber gloves to protect themselves while doing housework knows how sweaty and uncomfortable the wearer’s hands can become in no time. Heavier rubber gloves for outdoor work cause the same problem. Glove liners are the best solution. Thin cotton linings that can be washed frequently are a good option.
People who play sports like golf or racquetball often wear gloves to improve their grip. Sometimes very thin gloves are also worn, mainly to absorb perspiration. The best of these liners are made from a wicking fabric that wicks moisture away from the skin. People who do aerobic activities in cold weather often choose gloves with absorbent properties. That way, moisture will be removed from the hands when the user’s body temperature rises with exercise, but the heat will remain.
Most glove liners are used to provide additional warmth. Silk, wool, polypropylene and thermal polyester linings are available. Some of these liners are designed to be worn alone in moderate temperatures and inside other gloves in very cold conditions. The material can be quite slippery so the liner should be provided with palm grips if it is to be used only while riding.
Some gloves come with their own heat source. One type has a pocket, usually placed on the back of the hand, that contains a heat pack. The preheated heat pack does not stay hot indefinitely, but it does retain heat for a long time. Another type is heated by a battery and is generally made of a heating fabric containing bundles of soft carbon microfibers. The battery is usually attached to the wrist. A third type uses a vehicle battery to provide heat. They are not very portable, having to be plugged into a car, motorcycle, ATV, etc., but they are very warm.
Fit is very important for effective glove liners. The liner’s fingers should be slightly longer than the user’s. The material should not be stretched tightly over the palm or back of the hand. However, the liner must fit snugly so that all of the skin on the wearer’s hand is in contact with it.
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