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Winter riding gloves are essential if you want to keep your hands warm and maintain a secure grip on the reins during the cold months. The right gloves not only make riding more comfortable, but also help you maintain sensitivity and control when the temperature drops.
At Unamari, you’ll find winter riding gloves from Catago and Equipage, which we own, develop, and design ourselves. The selection ranges from flexible models with maximum freedom of movement to heavily insulated winter gloves and heated riding gloves for the coldest days.
Choosing the right riding gloves depends first and foremost on how and how often you ride in the winter.
When we developed the first winter versions of our riding gloves, one of the biggest challenges was creating sufficient warmth without losing feel for the reins. This is still one of the areas we spend the most time on in product development, because many riders want warm hands but also expect precise contact with the horse.
If you ride dressage, train several times a week, or generally prefer close contact with your horse, a more flexible winter glove is often the best choice. Models like the Catago Vaso Polartech are designed with a focus on freedom of movement and sensitive hand contact, while also providing the necessary warmth on chilly days.
In the development of the Catago Vaso Polartech, the focus was not on maximum insulation. Instead, the goal was to create a winter glove for riders who prioritize a good feel for the reins. That’s why the model uses Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro, which provides warmth without the bulk often associated with traditional winter gloves.
Stretch fabrics, elastic channels, and practical silicone grips make it easier to maintain control without feeling like the gloves are restricting your movements. For many riders, this type of glove offers the best balance between comfort and precision.
If cold hands are a recurring challenge, it may be beneficial to choose winter riding gloves with Thinsulate lining or heavier insulation. Models such as the Equipage Vica, Equipage Evian, Equipage Lucy, and Catago Elite Winter combine warm materials with a firm grip on the reins, so you don’t have to choose between comfort and function.
These models are popular among riders who ride for several hours at a time or spend a lot of time outdoors during the winter months. The goal here is not only to keep the cold out but also to maintain flexibility in your fingers so you can maintain good contact with the horse.
When the frost really bites, many riders choose either 3-finger mittens or durable, insulated riding gloves.
One of the reasons we continue to develop more 3-finger models is the feedback we receive from riders who spend many hours riding outdoors in the winter. They often find that traditional gloves do not provide enough warmth, while regular Mittens reduce control over the reins too much. The 3-finger design was developed as a compromise between these two needs.
Equipage Verly, Equipage Lucinda, and Equipage Colt therefore combine the warmth of mittens with the control of traditional gloves. By keeping several fingers together, heat loss is reduced without compromising your grip on the reins.
For riders with very cold hands, the Catago FIR-Tech Pro may be an obvious choice. It combines battery heating with FIR-Tech technology, which helps keep your fingers warm even during extended periods in freezing weather.
One of the most important differences between winter riding gloves is the balance between insulation and sensitivity.
Through the development of our winter riding gloves, we’ve found that many riders initially look for the warmest models. However, once they start riding with the gloves, it often turns out that the feel of the reins is just as important as the extra insulation. That’s why we work hard to keep the materials as flexible as possible, even in the warmest models.
The more lining a glove has, the better it protects against the cold. On the other hand, very thick winter gloves often result in slightly less direct contact with the reins. Conversely, thinner and more flexible models often provide better precision but less insulation on the coldest days.
For many riders, the choice is therefore about finding the right balance. If you ride intensively and want maximum precision, a lighter model is often the best choice. If you go on long rides, teach outdoors, or spend many hours in the stable, extra warmth is typically more important.
For some riders, regular winter gloves aren’t enough. Here, a pair of warm winter riding gloves with advanced insulation or active heating elements can make a noticeable difference.
When we began working with FIR-Tech technology in the Catago series, our goal wasn’t simply to develop just another warm winter glove. We wanted to create a model that could help riders keep their hands flexible for longer periods in the cold without making the glove significantly thicker.
The Catago FIR-Tech Bay combines Thinsulate insulation with FIR-Tech technology, in which ceramic particles reflect the body’s own heat back toward the hands. For many riders, this means their hands feel warmer and more flexible while riding in cold weather.
If you want even more warmth, Catago FIR-Tech Pro offers active heating elements with adjustable heat settings. This makes the model particularly suitable for riders who still get cold fingers even when wearing traditional winter riding gloves. Pair these with a good winter riding jacket and a pair of warm winter riding pants, and you’re guaranteed to stay warm on winter days.
One of the questions we get most often during the winter months is whether to choose gloves or 3-finger mittens.
There’s no single “right” choice. It depends largely on how much warmth you need and how much you prioritize feel with the reins.
Traditional winter riding gloves typically provide the best contact with the reins and are often the first choice for daily training. Mittens and 3-finger mittens, on the other hand, prioritize warmth and are especially popular among riders who ride in very cold temperatures.
The Catago Alloy, Catago Barbel, and the knitted Catago mittens are good examples of models that focus on comfort and warmth. At the same time, 3-finger mittens like the Equipage Lucinda and Equipage Verly offer an interesting middle ground, providing more warmth than a traditional glove while still maintaining a good grip on the reins.
As the owner and developer of both Catago and Equipage, we work closely with riders to understand the challenges winter poses in the saddle. One of the most important lessons from our product development is that warmth alone isn’t enough. The gloves must also provide a secure and firm grip on the reins and maintain flexibility in the fingers.
That’s why you’ll find both flexible models designed for sensitivity and more insulated winter riding gloves for riders who spend many hours outdoors. What they all have in common is that they’ve been developed with a focus on comfort, durability, and functionality under the conditions Nordic riders face throughout the winter.
Just like our summer riding gloves, several Catago and Equipage models feature touchscreen-compatible fingertips, so you can use your phone without taking off your gloves. Combined with features like silicone grips, elastic cuffs, and water-repellent materials, this makes the gloves practical both in the saddle and in the stable.
We’ve noticed that many riders choose a more flexible model for daily training and a heavier-duty model for the coldest winter days. That’s why at Unamari you’ll find both lightweight and flexible models, heavily insulated winter gloves, breathable riding gloves with warmth, and practical 3-finger mittens.
Our selection includes winter riding gloves for children and adults. That’s why you’ll find a variety of styles, colors, and sizes - and your choice will largely depend on your needs, your discipline, and how much time you spend outdoors during the winter months.
If you’re unsure about sizing or which style to choose, our team is ready to provide expert guidance. We use different types of riding gloves ourselves throughout the winter and are happy to help you find the pair of winter riding gloves that best suits your needs. Buy new riding gloves for winter right here.
