{
 "id": "running-gloves-mittens",
 "name": "Running gloves & mittens",
 "description": "Liners, running gloves, convertible mitts and insulated mittens.",
 "department": {
  "id": "running",
  "name": "Running",
  "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/running/"
 },
 "count": 6,
 "msrp_range_usd": [
  29.95,
  52
 ],
 "updated": "2026-10-26",
 "schema": {
  "id": "running-apparel",
  "name": "Running apparel",
  "description": "Clothing and accessories for running. Ranges and scales assume steady running, not standing around.",
  "attributes": [
   {
    "key": "fits",
    "label": "Fits",
    "type": "set",
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "men": {
      "label": "Men's",
      "definition": "Cut for men; sized in men's sizes."
     },
     "women": {
      "label": "Women's",
      "definition": "Cut for women; sized in women's sizes."
     },
     "unisex": {
      "label": "Unisex",
      "definition": "One cut sold for everyone."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "warmth",
    "label": "Warmth",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "sort": "desc",
    "sort_label": "Warmest first",
    "values": {
     "light": {
      "label": "Light",
      "definition": "Thin single-layer knit or shell. Roughly 40 to 60°F on its own."
     },
     "mid": {
      "label": "Midweight",
      "definition": "Brushed or grid-fleece interior, or midweight merino. Roughly 25 to 45°F."
     },
     "thermal": {
      "label": "Thermal",
      "definition": "Heavy brushed fleece, heavyweight merino, or wind panels over fleece. Roughly 10 to 30°F."
     },
     "insulated": {
      "label": "Insulated",
      "definition": "Synthetic or down insulation, or a windproof membrane over fleece. Below about 20°F."
     }
    },
    "about": true
   },
   {
    "key": "wind",
    "label": "Wind",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "none": {
      "label": "None",
      "definition": "No dedicated wind protection."
     },
     "panels": {
      "label": "Wind panels",
      "definition": "Windproof panels in key areas (usually the front)."
     },
     "full": {
      "label": "Windproof",
      "definition": "Windproof fabric throughout."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "water",
    "label": "Water",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "none": {
      "label": "None",
      "definition": "No water treatment."
     },
     "dwr": {
      "label": "Water-resistant (DWR)",
      "definition": "Water-repellent finish or water-resistant fabric. Sheds light rain and snow."
     },
     "waterproof": {
      "label": "Waterproof",
      "definition": "Waterproof membrane with taped seams."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "visibility",
    "label": "Visibility",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "none": {
      "label": "None",
      "definition": "No reflective features."
     },
     "reflective-details": {
      "label": "Reflective details",
      "definition": "Small reflective logos, strips or prints."
     },
     "high-vis": {
      "label": "High visibility",
      "definition": "Fluorescent colorway and/or large reflective areas."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "temp_range_f",
    "label": "Temperature range",
    "short_label": "Temp range",
    "type": "range",
    "unit": "°F",
    "alt_key": "temp_range_c",
    "alt_unit": "°C",
    "basis_key": "temp_basis",
    "basis": {
     "brand": {
      "label": "The brand's stated range",
      "definition": "The brand states this range."
     },
     "reviewer": {
      "label": "From published reviews",
      "definition": "Taken from the conditions reported in the cited reviews."
     },
     "estimate": {
      "label": "Our estimate from the construction",
      "definition": "Our estimate from the construction, using the warmth scale. Not measured."
     }
    },
    "estimate_value": "estimate",
    "scale": [
     -20,
     60
    ],
    "ticks": [
     -20,
     -10,
     0,
     10,
     20,
     30,
     40,
     50,
     60
    ],
    "visual": "thermometer",
    "compare": true,
    "sort": "asc",
    "sort_label": "Coldest rated first",
    "definition": "The temperatures a product suits as the main piece of its kind, for steady running.",
    "about": true
   }
  ]
 },
 "guides": [
  {
   "guide": "cold-weather-running",
   "chapter": "gloves-mittens",
   "title": "Running gloves and mittens for cold weather",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/guides/cold-weather-running/gloves-mittens/",
   "picks": [
    {
     "label": "Best overall",
     "product": "the-north-face-etip-recycled-glove"
    },
    {
     "label": "Best budget",
     "product": "black-diamond-mont-blanc-gloves"
    },
    {
     "label": "Best convertible",
     "product": "ultimate-direction-ultra-flip-glove"
    },
    {
     "label": "Warmest",
     "product": "trailheads-convertible-zip-mitts"
    },
    {
     "label": "Best for running in the dark",
     "product": "nathan-hypernight-reflective-convertible-mitt-2"
    }
   ]
  }
 ],
 "products": [
  {
   "id": "the-north-face-etip-recycled-glove",
   "name": "The North Face Etip Recycled Glove",
   "brand": "The North Face",
   "subtype": "midweight fleece running glove",
   "msrp_usd": 50,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex",
     "women"
    ],
    "warmth": "mid",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": [
     25,
     45
    ],
    "temp_range_c": [
     -4,
     7
    ],
    "temp_basis": "estimate"
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best overall"
   ],
   "summary": "A soft, stretchy recycled-fleece glove that iRunFar ranks first overall for running, helped by the most dependable touchscreen response in its test group. It covers cool-to-cold runs well but costs more than similar fleece gloves and makes no wind or rain claims.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/the-north-face-etip-recycled-glove/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/the-north-face-etip-recycled-glove/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "black-diamond-mont-blanc-gloves",
   "name": "Black Diamond Mont Blanc Gloves",
   "brand": "Black Diamond",
   "subtype": "budget lightweight running glove",
   "msrp_usd": 29.95,
   "price_tier": "Budget",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "light",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "dwr",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": [
     30,
     45
    ],
    "temp_range_c": [
     -1,
     7
    ],
    "temp_basis": "reviewer"
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best budget"
   ],
   "summary": "A low-cost, lightweight stretch glove with a weather-resistant shell and silicone palm grip that iRunFar names its runner-up overall, citing breathability and value. It is happiest on steady runs from about freezing into the mid-40s; touchscreen tips are hit or miss.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/black-diamond-mont-blanc-gloves/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/black-diamond-mont-blanc-gloves/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "ultimate-direction-ultra-flip-glove",
   "name": "Ultimate Direction Ultra Flip Glove",
   "brand": "Ultimate Direction",
   "subtype": "convertible glove with flip-over mitt",
   "msrp_usd": 49.95,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "mid",
    "wind": "panels",
    "water": "dwr",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": [
     20,
     45
    ],
    "temp_range_c": [
     -7,
     7
    ],
    "temp_basis": "estimate"
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best convertible"
   ],
   "summary": "A grid-fleece glove with a stowable silicone-coated Cordura mitt that flips over the fingers; iRunFar picks it as the best convertible for runs that start cold and warm up. The mitt adds a wind and wet barrier, though steady rain can seep in from the palm side.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/ultimate-direction-ultra-flip-glove/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/ultimate-direction-ultra-flip-glove/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "trailheads-convertible-zip-mitts",
   "name": "TrailHeads Convertible Zip Mitts",
   "brand": "TrailHeads",
   "subtype": "insulated convertible running mitten",
   "msrp_usd": 52,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "men",
     "women"
    ],
    "warmth": "insulated",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "reflective-details",
    "temp_range_f": [
     -15,
     20
    ],
    "temp_range_c": [
     -26,
     -7
    ],
    "temp_basis": "reviewer"
   },
   "awards": [
    "Warmest"
   ],
   "summary": "A 200g PrimaLoft running mitten with a back-of-hand zipper that frees your fingers. iRunFar recommends it for frigid runs and praises its warmth at a fair price, but it is heavy and bulky, so it earns its place only on truly cold days.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/trailheads-convertible-zip-mitts/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/trailheads-convertible-zip-mitts/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "nathan-hypernight-reflective-convertible-mitt-2",
   "name": "Nathan HyperNight Reflective Convertible Mitt 2",
   "brand": "Nathan",
   "subtype": "reflective convertible glove/mitt",
   "msrp_usd": 44,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "mid",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "high-vis",
    "temp_range_f": [
     20,
     35
    ],
    "temp_range_c": [
     -7,
     2
    ],
    "temp_basis": "brand"
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best for running in the dark"
   ],
   "summary": "A reflective micro-fleece glove with a fold-over mitt shell, thumb chamois, and a pocket for a clip light; Treeline named the original version its best winter glove for running. The Mitt 2 is the current version and Nathan rates it for roughly 20-35°F.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/nathan-hypernight-reflective-convertible-mitt-2/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/nathan-hypernight-reflective-convertible-mitt-2/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "rei-co-op-merino-wool-liner-gloves-2",
   "name": "REI Co-op Merino Wool Liner Gloves 2.0",
   "brand": "REI Co-op",
   "subtype": "lightweight touchscreen liner glove",
   "msrp_usd": 32.95,
   "price_tier": "Budget",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "light",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": [
     35,
     50
    ],
    "temp_range_c": [
     2,
     10
    ],
    "temp_basis": "estimate"
   },
   "awards": [],
   "summary": "iRunFar's budget pick: a thin merino-blend liner with a long wrist cuff that works on its own for mild runs or under a shell mitt when it's colder. Touchscreen response and grip are only so-so.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/rei-co-op-merino-wool-liner-gloves-2/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/rei-co-op-merino-wool-liner-gloves-2/index.json"
  }
 ],
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 "markdown_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/running/gloves-mittens/index.md",
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  50
 ]
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