Don't Let Cold Hands
Keep You Inside Anymore!

Installing Bar Mitts

The following is step by step instructions on how to install Bar Mitts on a road bike with drop style handle bars.

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Step #1.
Open the zipper and slide the lower end of the handle bar through the inside of the Bar Mitt and then through the small hole on the bottom of the Bar Mitt. Note: There is a left and right Bar Mitt. The zippers should face each other when installed.
Step #2. Pull the Bar Mitt up onto the handle bar until it is covering the shifter and brake levers.
Step #3. Position the hole next to the cuff onto the handle bar top and secure the velcro tabs.
Step #4. To keep the zipper in the closed position, zip up zipper and secure the velcro tab over the zipper.
  Repeat the above for the other Bar Mitt.


Depending on the thickness of the handle bar and the handle bar tape, it will vary on how tight the Bar Mitts fit onto the bar ends. If it is too tight, a thinner bar tape should help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What colors are available? Black, Blue or Red (for Shimano only)

What sizes are available?
Small, Medium and Large. One size only for Mountain Mitts.

How do you determine size? Sizing the Bar Mitts is based more on girth than hand size. The difference from small to medium is about 1" around the opening where you slide your hands in and out. Medium to large is another 1" larger. If your tall but thin, I would lean towards a small to medium. If you are thick and husky, I would suggest a medium to large. I am 5' 8", 160 pounds and use a small. When it is cold, I want my forearm to fill the hole as much as possible reducing air from getting sucked out.

Do Bar Mitts replace gloves? No, but it drastically reduces the required glove thickness, increasing dexterity.

How is it getting in & out of the Bar Mitts? Getting in & out of the Bar Mitts is a natural movement. The mitts stay open so you can slide your hand in & out with no thought involved.

How should they be washed? Rinse in cool water. Do not iron or dry clean.