Has the milker cold fingers, is the cow for pole vaulters.

No, do not worry - animal cruelty from me. But cold fingers and cold toes are pretty much the most cruel, what can befall the enthusiastic skiers. Even when using high-quality equipment, the limit is reached to "too cold" in bad weather and at some point the desire for another sporting activity decreases rapidly if the same rattle the limbs and teeth chatter. In this regard, I am fully a male woman - bitchy, annoying, obnoxious and listless.

The Ultra Sport Snowboard gloves are now part of the "I-think-I-with-all-means-kinda-hot" strategy, although I must admit that I'm not always totally thrilled by this manufacturer. In the past, there was already the one - or find other labile product in the portfolio, however, justify the current price / performance ratio a try, because the matter is - at least in comparison to the reference products the market leaders, such as Alpenheat - surprisingly cheap.

The first impression is not so bad, because the two Ultra Sports protagonists leave Outwardly a good impression. The advertised size in line with expectations, the workmanship is neat, the smell acceptable, the fundamental quality (seams, zipper, padding, fabric) entirely satisfactory. Moisture enters extent by prolonged activity, I can present (due to the coming of spring ...) hardly judge, but currently show no production defects.

The integrated heating technology is simple, but implemented consistently and effectively. Two small batteries are used in a trade over the relatively long sleeves and connected via cable to the probably wired inner workings of the heating elements. The batteries are double, equipped with a Li-ion cell and each 1800mAh capacity. Loaded is an over, included monitor, charger - basically two wires, thus dual and both batteries simultaneously. Here ends in my case the original satisfactory overall impression, because unfortunately a charging branch "my" power cord is defective, ie the charging of the battery is not at the same time, but only one after the other possible - in case of a regular end user all reason enough for an immediate complaint or return of Gloves.

The full functionality provided fictitious, heat generation inside the gloves is remarkable. By pushing a button on each glove is chosen between three different settings, the individual modifications can be found in the product description details and meet the practical test in about reality. At least in the "red" and operating at full capacity arises very quickly a pleasant & warming a basic feeling that sound even for hours and is maintained constant. The heat comes from top, the heating wires seem to be so completely installed on back of hand and radiate successfully towards fingertips. Also, the thumb remains not compromised and is powered by a separate branch.

Conclusion: Based on the heating technology and overall product quality, leaving the Ultra Sport offshoot a far better impression than first thought. Nevertheless, the lack mentioned - regarding the defective charging adapter -. Blatant, albeit perhaps a regrettable individual case. Acknowledged abe also the second charge access its service, the entire construct is provided absurdity. For this reason, for the time being remains a classic "not good / not bad" judgment, which can now improve or deteriorate added solid customer service at its sole discretion and may.

To be continued ...

Addendum (10/05/2015). The customer support of Ultra Sport has since responded to my complaint and in this regard proved to be very accommodating. After contact by e-mail and sending the Amazon delivery note was a complete new supply of gloves, caused within a few days. Ergo - lack eliminated, customer satisfied, provisional devaluation of the review fell.