HESTRA ERGO GRIP ACTIVE GLOVE REVIEW | AFTER 3-YEARS OF OUTDOOR LIFE

[@andrewcollie]

Another great review. It's good to see reviews of kit that has been in use for several years, it gives us a much better understanding of how useful it's been and how well it has lasted. Keep up the great work.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Andrew, It is not always possible since collections change rapid thanks to consuming more and more. It would be better if collections where a bit more sustainable in that way. Now Hestra is doing quite a good job in that respect. Thanks you for the compliment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Sauromannen]

Thanks for the interesting review. I wear Hestra Fält gloves when it is a bit colder instead. A bit more expensive but they give a tremendous grip especially after waxing them with Hestra leather balm and will keep you warmer when the temperature drops. They come with an extra lining glove to wear inside the leather glove and can be replaced if neccessary. Great for outdoor activities (chopping wood, skiing, shoveling snow...) due to the amazing grip they give.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi AMT, Nice comment! This might help others when the weather gets colder. As always: Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@buak]

Just bought a pair from a Finnish Scandinavian Outdoor Store for 89€. These things look and feel like pure quality. Thanks for the review!

[@zuni6575]

This is my first time watching you and i gotta say...i loved the way you review and talk about the gloves! Thank you!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Zuni, 🙏😊 Thank you for the sweet words! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@alantay9409]

Wow! I never realized I can learn so much on gloves for functional use! I live in Colorado. I am convinced the glove will meet my hiking and outdoor needs when I am in the mountains. Will buy a pair! Thank you so much.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Alan, Thank you for the comment and the kind words. Enjoy your gloves when you get them. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@T0myTune]

Thank you, you're a super great reviewer! Being independent is VERY important, and really elevates the quality of your work/videos. So thanks alot for being honest. Much respect.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are right but It is quite hard to earn some money. I will stay independent for sure but I need to find ways to make some money out of the effort I put in to it. Ideas are always welcome. Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@dimitriosgreek1458]

Great review!!!! I use the Hestra Fall Line all winter for skiing and got those for high output and/or milder temperatures in the Sierras. . However, unlike you, I had to downsize for the ergo grips. I am a solid 9 on the Fall Line and got the Ergo Grip on an 8 because the fingers of the 9 size were way too long, The Hestra rep said they should fit snug for dexterity and as the time pass they will stretch and form as a second skin. He almost describe the proper fit it should be like motorcycle gloves.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Dimitrios, Thank you for the compliments🙏. Again you prove that we are humans and very different! The motorcycle remark is a correct one and mine fit that way. And I know... I started my review carrier as a motorcycle and motorcycle gear reviewer 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@outdoorcinema7]

Great review from someone who actually use the gear in the field! I definitely check them for the next season.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You should ;-)

[@juhkoi]

Let see how good they are. Just order it. 😃👌🏻

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Keep me posted Juha. Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@uLeabric]

Thank you for such a detailed, exclusive and informative review. I have been searching for reviews to help me make purchasing decisions and your review has everything I looked for.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Yunqian, Sorry for the late reply but I took some #stayathome time with the family. Thanks for the compliment and I am glad that my review helped you🙏! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@0jens0karlsson0]

I have the same gloves and love them but its was your hat that caught my attention. We travel to the smal village of Tännäs a couple times a year and also pays a visit to the Härjebrygg brewery, love the beer!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Sweeeeeeeeeeet! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@johnmorgan4849]

Good to see you reviewing these gloves. I can't see an affiliate link in your description.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi John, You are most welcome and thanks for the tip on the link 😄. I'll try to make it work if they want. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@mothergoose4231]

glad you covered the waterproof issue thanks

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome Mother Goose! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@brianmiller2739]

Great video I'm from U S you sold me on these gloves so far I've been researching for many days...I will be checking these out

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Brian, Thank you! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@LOKIVINK]

this is the best review ive ever seen. thank you so much

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Loki, Thank you so much for your kind words! Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@jonathanpickup4657]

Just ordered a pair for walking & camping!! 👍

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Sweet! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@johnmclean5957]

Thank you for the review. This information is just what I needed. I have subbed.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi John, Thank you for the compliments and the sub 👍. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@InfamousMS]

Thank you for another very helpful review. Love your channel!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@richardhirst8817]

Just ordered a pair of these gloves based on your review 👍

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Richard, You will like them! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@giuseppeheartschina]

Gijs, thanks again for the review! Can you pls tell me the size of your hands, like the length from the tip of middle finger to the hand waist, and also you hand circumference? That would be very helpful!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Giuseppe, You are welcome😉. 18/26 cm about. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@TheTrailDancer]

Gijs, I swear you and I have the same gear closet!!! Lol!!!! I’m just completing a review of those too.. lol

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

I had that feeling already too 😆. Sweet! Keep me posted. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@TheTrailDancer]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Stay safe...

[@Metriakowski]

Thank you, Gijs! Big like for all your reviews!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you so much! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@grayknight836]

Have you tried and compared these to the Hestra: Ergo Grip CZone Tactility Short 5-finger Gloves 🧤? CZone is listed to be waterproof 💦. I wonder how they compare to each other fit, dexterity, and tactile wise.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Gray Knight, No sorry, I didn't. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@france8386]

Leuke (Nederlandse) review! 😊

[@seb1gerrard1DK]

Thanks for a great video! If the glove gets dirty, how do I wash it?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Just handwash.... and treat the leather afterwards with beeswax. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@henric81ld]

Hi. Henric from Sweden here, thank you very much for a very detailed review of the gloves. Think about getting them, mainly for the winter and randonee skiing, are they warm?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Henric, Sorry for the late reply... I am on holiday... in 🇸🇪 😃. They are warm enough for me when hiking and stuff but they have a winter version I believe. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@adindadewit-dejong8454]

Gijs, is overduidelijk dat je gedurende de Corona crisis minder te doen hebt. Ik heb je video toch geliked, omdat ja altijd erg sympathiek en enthousiast vertelt.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hoi Adinda, Eh... dank voor de complimenten maar toch snap ik niet helemaal. Ik ben sympathiek en enthousiast en ik heb minder te doen en daarom like je de video? Dus... eigenlijk vind je de video niets? Ik hoop dat ik je verkeerd begrijp, maar als ik dingen niet doe: laat het weten. Mag ook via de telefoon of email 🙂. PS. Het was volle maan dus ik heb geen oog dicht gedaan, misschien reageer ik daarom nu anders of te gevoelig. Groetjes, Gijs

[@adindadewit-dejong8454]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Mailtje gestuurd

[@SaulArmonda]

keep it up. great review my friend.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you so much 🙏 Saul. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@michellec3100]

That would be a perfect gift for my dad, who works so much with wood and outside. I am worried about sizing as you couldn't even find the right size He has quite thick gout fingers. Not huge palm, but every L working glove is too small due to width of fingers, not length

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Michelle, That would be a nice gift. Where are you from? Maybe I can help about sizing. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@michellec3100]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews oh that's nice Gijs. I am in Australia, my dad in Austria. He is 180cm tall and has always been a "mountain goat", slim etc, but his fingers are knobbly thick, from hard work (and climbing?) and gout. When we went bowling for example, he had to try to find the one and only big hole bowling ball.... I fear that as soon fingers get wider on glove, so does the length of fingers of gloves.

[@kevinbungles]

Good review. Funnily enough I was looking at these and the fault guide glove. Have you tested the Hestra Falt guide glove?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Kevin, No I have not but it should be fine knowing the brand. Bit more for colder circumstances. Sorry I can't be of more assistance. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@KonstantinosTsagkalidis]

love Hestra

[@cryptclown]

Nice detailed review. I had the Hestra Army Leather Patrol Glove. I got it for work. They felt nice but got destroyed and i still needed warmth. I use layers now for gloves. Plan to use Ergo as outer layer because of the windproof and water resistance. How are these compared to the Army Patrol? Bulk and stretch. The size 9 "fit like a glove" plan to go two sizes up so i can fit my silk and thin wool layers.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Mr Crypt Clown ;-). Nice name! I don't have the AP but they are more winter like gloves I think when I look at the Hestra website. The preshaped fit of the Ergo's must be better and I think with a thermal inner glove they would work fine for colder circumstances. In The Netherlands the weather is not that cold and I have not been able to travel to snow since Covid so I can't back this up with in the field experience. But based on experience and common sense I think the Ergo with a size bigger and a good inner glove would work for you. I hope this helps. Are you in the military? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@cryptclown]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thx for quick response. Not in military. Just do glove destroying work in warehouse.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

@@cryptclown Didn't see that one coming ;-). I think Ergo will work or.... I still have to do the review on these: www.crudsweden.se/products/gjora-gloves Negative point will be the pricing.

[@willemhenk]

Gijs, these gloves also have a version with Outdry. What do you think of the Outdry fabric, do you have any experience with it? Seems the perfect combi with these gloves.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Henk, I looked at the Hestra website and I can't find them. Could you send me link? Outdry is apretty clever way of waterproofing gear since the material is laminated to the inside of the outer fabric of the product itself. The result is that no water can get in between layers, like is the case with a lot of membranes that are 'hinging' loose inside the product like an inner glove or sock. With this method it is possible to have a build up of water between de outside oof the sock and the inside of the ouder material. Like is - again - often the case with gloves and shoes... this is not warm neither comfortable. Does this help? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@willemhenk]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Hey Gijs, thanks for the response. I think the glove is discontinued, but I managed to order a couple at small webshop for outdoor stuff and am awaiting delivery. Maybe they were the last pair available in the Netherlands :-). I have found 1 link for you from some Swedish (i believe) webshop: www.outnorth.com/hestra/ergo-grip-outdry-dexterity-sho . I was in general actually wondering what your experience is with waterproof gloves and in in relation to the video these in particular. I have read that in general waterproof gloves can become a little sweaty and wondered if you have any experience with gloves with an outdry fabric.

[@simonmorris1473]

very informative, well done

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome Simon. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Suki_the_half_blue]

Awesome video. Where are these gloves made ?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Good Question, I'll get back to you on this. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

The answer is.... China

[@hellimat]

what kind of pants are those? they are so cool looking

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Matt, They are the first Gen Lundhags Authentic pants. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@bobmarley6161]

Awesome gloves

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks again!

[@ColoradoStreaming]

Have you had any issues with the gloves coming apart if the stitching wears down on the fingers? I really like the looks of these gloves but another reviewer had constant problems with the finger stitching.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi CS, No, I have some burn marks now on the soft material by now but stitching is not a problem on mine. I've seen others that do have this. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@ColoradoStreaming]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thank you for the reply, its always good to get different perspectives. I have noticed the reviewers that use the gloves for normal camp craft dont have issues but those that use them for constant wear activities like dog mushing or in a professional setting have problems. Have you tried the Hestra Oden gloves? They look like a solid choice but I have not seen much about them.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Well, I use them with axe and other hard wearing jobs. Dog mushing, I had to google that 😉. I would use a full leather glove for that. The Oden I have not tried it but that is a full leather one. Just had a look at the Lars Falt glove.... that would be a nice glove top review.

[@cipher2]

tried to buy these the other day but didn't get approved for the mortgage, even with 800 credit score :(

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Mortgage? You think they are expensive? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@fairdinkum9454]

3 years....?! Well if you leave them at home they might last 30 years 😁 I totally use mine up in one year. Every year. A nice ergonomic glove, but with some serious design flaws. Especially the seams on the fingers inside the palm.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi FD, Sorry to hear so but yes 3 years of a lot outdoor stuff. I do use them at home with chopping wood and making campfires and other jobs too. Miner don't have a design flaw and also from others `I did not get any bad material or construction comments. Did you talk to Hestra about it? I curious how they deal with it. Cheers, Gijs

[@ColoradoStreaming]

I have heard this same issue from another reviewer on YT that the finger stitching is the weak point on these gloves. I really wonder why they would put stitching on such a high contact area.

[@JwizzleMnizzle]

bedankt 👍

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Graag gedaan!

[@zweex]

3 sec in when you said your name Gijs. just the way we as dutchies say the G, Dutchie! also no idea how i landed on this vid... but i got to say nice vid man! normally i can't stand dutch reviews, but yours is well constructed. no idea if that makes sense to you. or that it is just my annoyance with dutch youtubers.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

I take that for a big compliment Quazy😊! Where are you from? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@thomasf.9869]

BTW what marque/model are the trousers?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Thomas, Most asked question almost 😉. It is a old Lundhags Authentic Pant but they don't make this one anymore. The new one is www.lundhags.com/en/clothing/men/pants/authentic-ii-ms-pant/?code=7318731829429 Hop this helps. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@yapster804]

How do you wash the inside of the gloves?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

I don't... The inside is fixed to the outside of the glove and can't be taken out. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@ellerybice3787]

Theses gloves in all sizes appear to be out of stock on the manufactures websight.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Ellery, Well, you must be looking at a different webSITE than I am. Follow the link and order in The Netherlands if you will en-nl.hestragloves.com/products/32950-861700-ergo-grip-active-dark-forest-natural-brown Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@SaulArmonda]

what pants are you wearing?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Check them here: kit.co/Outdoorguru/outdoor-gear/3836312-lundhags-authentic-i

[@tau_tv]

what wax do you use?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

I use regular beeswax and the boot wax from Lundhags. Smells fantastic! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@yaroslavhk]

Cool

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

👍 Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@larstueschjth2658]

I did by those...two times,an failure at the same spot(sales person dosent belive me,so phucch Hestra). I went other where,and now i've got some AWESOME gloves,that lives more than a single week🙄👎

[@MauhmmadAwais]

Is my name and Muhammad Owais ismein and stitching blouse worker 50 marks experience

[@ellerybice3787]

✔️ out Tilley hats. Made in CanAda. Much more suitable for out of doors activities as opposed to what you are wearing. Yes! I said it, you are wearing a sports cap not an outdoorsman’s piece of head gear. Tilley hats protect your noggin from rain, sun and falling meteorites. Not! Nice glove review.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Ellery, Thanks for the great supportive comment, again! Yes, I am aware of the fact that this is a sports cap but not just any. I bought it in Sweden because I wanted to support a local brewery on the fantastic brews they do. And... no drinking and driving so the cap was a nice way of supporting without bringing beer. I bought a T-shirt too, I know, that is not a hardshell. The nice thing about caps is, that I can wear them under the hood of my hardshell - rain jacket - and protect my spectacles even better when it is pouring outside. I have a Tilley hat but I don't get to find a good way to wear it under the hood of the jacket. Maybe you know a way? Did you know that Tilley hats have a 'secret' pocket? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@nirv]

This is a commercial. 21 minutes for this? Nope.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

No it's not. I love the gloves, I bought them and that's all. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@daggiedrop7108]

How is the fire resistance with the wind stopper material? Will sparks melt it fast? Thanks for the video.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Daggiedop, Windstopper is fine. Sparks... from fire it is quite ok, from welding not ;-)). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs