The mitts are reinforced across the front of the hand and fingers for added durability with a textured palm for a better grip on walking poles or an axe. Detachable wrist loops ensure that you don't lose them when performing intricate tasks in liner gloves and the wide opening cuff makes them easy to pull on or off. The cuffs can be cinched in with a single hand drawcord to seal out the worst of the weather and the inner cuff is elasticated to keep the heat in. The Endurance Down Mitt is ideal for light use in extreme conditions or for emergency use when out alpine climbing or winter walking in seriously cold temperatures.