Arc’teryx Fission SV Glove
The Arc’teryx Fission SV Glove is a high-performance, fully waterproof, insulated glove designed for extreme cold and wet conditions. It features GORE-TEX protection, synthetic insulation, and high-quality leather reinforcements. It was made for snowboarding, skiing, mountaineering, ice climbing, and other snow sports, where staying warm with durable gear is critical.
Construction
GORE-TEX- A fully waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX fabric keeps moisture out and allows sweat to escape.
Insulation—The Fission glove has insulation on the back of the hand for maximum warmth and slightly less insulation in the palm to maintain dexterity while offering excellent protection from the cold.
Softshell- The outer shell is made from a rigid material that provides durability, stretch, and weather resistance without bulk.
Goat Leather—These gloves are reinforced with premium goat leather. The palms and fingers have excellent grip, durability, and resistance to cuts and abrasions.
Liner- The liner is soft, moisture-wicking, and made from brushed fleece for comfort and warmth.
Design
Pre-Curved Fingers: The ergonomic design mimics the natural shape of your hand to reduce fatigue and improve comfort when wearing for a long time.
Elasticated Wrist with Adjustable Gauntlet—This glove has long gauntlet cuffs that can be cinched tight with a one-handed drawcord. I always appreciate this clutch feature on the lift, which allows me to take my gloves off and put them back on very easily.
Removable Leash: A wrist leash prevents me from dropping the gloves when I inevitably take them off on the chairlift.
Reinforced Finger and Thumb Tips: The Arc’teryx Fission SV Glove is extra durable in high-wear areas, so they stay in excellent condition and appear each winter season.
Pull-On Loop: It has a handy reinforced loop to help me put the gloves on. This is especially useful if I wear Merino gloves as an extra layer or if my hands are numb from the cold.
VS Other Arc’teryx Gloves
Arc’teryx Beta AR Glove – The Beta AR is slightly less insulated and more focused on versatility.
Arc’teryx Alpha FL Glove – The Alpha FL is designed for lightweight climbing and high-output activity.
Arc’teryx Venta Glove – The Venta is a mild-weather glove with wind resistance.
How I use
Snowboarding: The Arc’teryx Fission SV glove is an excellent option for the slopes because of its waterproofing, insulation, and dexterity. If it’s under 25 degrees or windy, I will wear a Gothic Glove or a Rho glove as a liner. I once successfully used this glove for snowmobiling, but it’s used primarily for snowboarding trips. Ultimately, I picked these gloves up because they are advertised as the warmest pair in the Arc’teryx lineup. I had to buy a wrist leash on Amazon to avoid losing them. The insides will not dry if they get wet from taking them on and off, so it’s critically important to turn them inside out each night so they can properly dry by a heat source
