What is worth mentioning that for cold weather, especially the UK's wet cold, there's nothing to beat a pair of bar mitts (pogies) with thin breathable gloves to enjoy toastie fingers in even the worst weather, and even over 24 hour events.
A side benefit is thin gloves give a better feel at the controls.
Of course the sort of fashionistas who eschew mudguards for aesthetic reasons won't like this, but they probably don't ride long enough in cold conditions to ever feel the need.
That horrible feeling of water starting coming down into the gloves after the jacket's sleeves finally gave up... 😯
Last night I tested Sealskinz Ultragrip GAUNTLET version, in pretty much very horrible weather (strong winds and horizontal rain). The ride lasted about 2 hours, I was absolutely soaking wet except for my torso (good jacket) and my hands! The longer "sleeve" on these gloves do make a difference. Pain in the **s to put them on though...
