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I've got a pair of Meteor Mittens. I know some people prefer Pogies/Bar Mitts. My GF is new to the city, and doesn't have much for cold weather gear. 

I'm looking for advice about some mittens for her to use in winter riding. I'm open to all suggestions!

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Get two pairs of these military and layer them up. I read this tip on the Chainlink a few years ago. Best $5 I've ever spent on biking gear. 

https://www.amazon.com/Military-Cold-Weather-Trigger-Mittens/dp/B00...

It was 18 degrees and felt like 5 degrees with the wild chill this morning, yet my hands were sweaty by the time I got to work.

I was shocked when I opened this link...I would think you would want something waterproof? But I definitely need some mittens. I've never found a pair of gloves that is good enough for biking on the coldest days.

I love my meteor mittens, they've got a waterproof outer shell, a fleece liner, and I wear thin/running gloves below that. Never had a problem with them. 

I'm looking at these...she would also be able to wear these on days she takes the train. As much as I'd like to get her a pair of the military gloves, she would probably just smile and tell it was the thought that counts.

The ratings for these seem pretty high from everyone...I'm leaning towards these...plus REI has always been kind with returns/exchanges.

https://www.rei.com/product/889270/dakine-sequoia-insulated-mittens...

The Meteor Mittens read well with a good deal of versatility provided by its multi-layered approach. Plus, she won't read you as being cheap!

Couple points about waterproofness (if that is even a word). 

Typically, I wear these only when it is below freezing, so rain isn't really a problem. If it is snowing, the snow will land on these and not melt due to the thickness of insulation. 

If it is a night like last night when the snow turns to rain, that also really isn't a problem. Wool has this amazing ability to keep in heat, even when wet. So my hands were a little wet last night, but also still really warm.

Last point, it is preferable to not have a waterproof shell due to perspiration. These mittens will allow moisture to wick out and evaporate when riding. 

Very interesting--thanks.

I think your suggestion is great.  I've used these under mitten shells.  However, at the link you gave the cost would be about $20.00 for the two pairs, shipped.  I would try eBay for a better deal.

Sweaty is NOT good.

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