6 Touchscreen-Friendly Running Gloves
The best gloves for using your smartphone on the run
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Sure, we all like to think we can leave our phones alone on the run. But who knows when we’re going to come across something Insta-worthy. Or feel compelled to ensure our app is tracking all those miles for us and our friends to see. And few things are worse than expecting a call, getting the call, then trying in vain to swipe left with a gloved finger.
Thanks to improvements in fabric technology, you’ll never have to choose between keeping your digits warm, and getting that shot, status, or call ever again.
It’s now fairly standard for both super-light and super-insulated running gloves (ones that are also breathable, sweat-wicking and form-fitted) to feature touchscreen-friendly fingertips. To help you find the best high-tech pairs for logging miles in various weather conditions, we polled runners from across the U.S. (North Carolina! Portland! Chicago! NYC!). These are their favorites, hands-down.
Asics Thermal Protection Gloves
Just because they feel buttery soft, don’t be deceived: As their name implies, these gloves protect you from the elements. They’re insulated, water repellent, and have reflective details that will improve your visibility out on the road. There’s a soft spot on the thumb for wiping your nose plus swipe-friendly fingertips.
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Asics Thermal Protection Gloves, $30.00, Asics
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Under Armour Men’s Threadborne Running Gloves
These lightweight gloves with longer-than-normal cuffs offer extra coverage to protect from drafts. A moisture-wicking exterior means hands stay dry even on drizzly days while a soft, breathable interior keeps them comfy. Silicone grips and touchscreen-enabled fingertips keep your phone safe and accessible.
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[brightcove:1953684406001]Under Armour Men’s Threadborne Running Gloves, $35.00, Road Runner Sports
Nike Women’s Printed Tailwind Running Gloves
These are not your typical boring black gloves. They’re functional and stylish, adding a pop of color to your outfit. Made with light, breathable, sweat-wicking material, they keep your mitts warm without baking them. Reflective hits help keep you safe and thumb and forefinger tips help keep you connected.
Nike Women’s Printed Tailwind Running Gloves, $22.00, Dick’s Sporting Goods
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Smartwool PhD HyFi Wind Training Gloves
With a totally windproof front panel on the outside and a soft, Merino Wool liner on the inside, these gloves make it easier for you to go the distance, no matter how inclement the weather you’re up against. Silicone dots better your grip for carrying gels, a water bottle, your phone, etc., and a touchscreen-compatible thumb and forefinger puts you one swipe away from the action.
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Smartwool PhD HyFi Wind Training Gloves, $50.00, Smartwool
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The North Face Runners 2 Etip Gloves
These soft yet durable gloves will keep your hands cozy in any conditions. The moisture-wicking and wind-resistant soft outer shell features a strategically placed fleece for wiping your face, and a silicone-printed palm with touchscreen-compatible fingertips.
The North Face Runners 2 Etip Gloves, $30.00, R.E.I.
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