Black Diamond Punisher Gloves Review

Finally, I’ve found an ice climbing glove that offers warmth and dexterity in one simple package! For the last couple of years, I’ve climbed in thin Arc’teryx gloves, and just dealt with the cold hands that sometimes resulted. Having a good pair of belay mitts would help, but on some days it would just get unbearable. Problem is, I climb with Petzl Ergo leashless tools, which you can’t really use with a bulky glove, as the grip is not adjustable (where were the engineers on that one?). I plan on upgrading to some Nomics next season, but this year I found a glove that was warm AND I could still hold onto my tools with. The Black Diamond Punisher is pretty simple, it’s got some padding for your hands and knuckles, an insert to keep water out, and they fit really well. After breaking them in, I was able to enjoy pitch after pitch with warm hands. What a novel idea! Several of my friends have picked up a pair, and we all agree this is THE glove for leashless climbing. Way to go BD.