The North Face
Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves
The North Face Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves are touchscreen-compatible full-finger gloves constructed from windproof and waterproof recycled fibres with a light polar fleece lining. They feature an anti-slip textured palm for grip and are designed for outdoor activities in mild cold conditions where using touchscreen devices and maintaining dexterity is important. Reddit users confirm the e-tips work reliably and the gloves offer good finger mobility, though they are thin and may not provide enough warmth for sub-freezing temperatures or high winds.
- Material
- recycled fibres, polar fleece lining
- Style
- activewear, technical, performance
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Color
Specifications
Technical gloves with Etip technology for touch-screen use, windproof and waterproof, made from recycled fibres.
Windproof, waterproof, touch-screen compatible, anti-slip grip, recycled fibres, polar fleece lining.
- Material
- recycled fibres, polar fleece lining
- Style
- activewear, technical, performance
- Occasion
- hiking
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Additional Attributes
- Etip technology on every finger
- Compatible with touch-screen devices
- Windproof and waterproof construction
- Made from recycled fibres
- Light polar fleece lining
- Anti-slip textured palm for optimal grip
Product Insights
The North Face Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves are a sustainable touchscreen glove made from 93% recycled polyester, offering conductive coating on all five fingers and earning Business Insider's best overall touchscreen glove award in 2026 for dexterity and fine-motor capability. At $60 CAD, they provide ergonomic articulation and textured grip, though buyers report the anti-slip pebbles peeling after a few wears and a generous fit that requires sizing down. Designed for cool weather (0–10°C), they are not suitable for sub-freezing conditions, balancing eco-friendly materials with touchscreen functionality at a performance price point.
Verified claims
- Touchscreen
- Conductive coating on all five fingers enables full multi-touch typing and gestures.
- Temperature range
- Effective for cool weather (0–10°C), not sub-freezing conditions.
- Award
- Named Business Insider's best overall touchscreen glove of 2026.
- Fit and handling
- Articulated design keeps hands in a natural position, and the anti-slip textured palm provides extra grip.
- Material
- Shell fabric is 93% recycled polyester, performance equivalent to virgin.
- Grip
- A buyer reports the anti-slip pebbles started peeling off after a couple of wears.
- Sizing
- Some buyers find the fit slightly large, while others say it fits well; The North Face's sizing guide indicates true-to-size.
- Dexterity
- Every finger works on a touchscreen, and the thin profile enables fine-motor tasks like umpiring.
- Warmth
- A light polar fleece lining provides mild warmth for cool-to-moderate weather; the thin gloves are not insulated for sub-freezing temperatures.
- Value
- First sustainable performance glove at $60 CAD.
- Weather resistance
- The shell is waterproof, so you can operate a phone or zips in rain without removing the gloves.
- Recycled content
- The shell fabric is made from 93% recycled polyester, with insulation and breathability equivalent to virgin polyester.
Product record
- Title
- Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves
- Brand
- The North Face
- Price
- 60 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Pair of black touchscreen-compatible gloves shown flat with one glove layered over the other; textured grip dots on palm side and a printed brand logo on the back of one glove.
- Overall shapeTwo full-finger gloves laid flat with fingers extended; right glove is placed on top of left glove with cuffs toward the bottom of the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Exterior fabricSmooth, slightly matte knit fabric on the back of the gloves with visible seam lines across the knuckle area and along each finger.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.60 (high) - Palm grip patternDense field of small raised rubber dots covering the palm and underside of the index, middle and ring fingers of the left glove.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.72 (high) - Touchscreen indicatorFaint power-symbol style icon printed near the fingertip area of one index finger, indicating touchscreen compatibility.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.24 · w 0.10 · h 0.16 (high) - Back-of-hand logo“Upper-surface printed brand logo in a slightly lighter matte ink on the back of the right glove reading THE NORTH FACE in stacked lines with the curved half-dome mark to the left.”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.52 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - Cuff constructionStraight fabric cuffs with a seam at cuff edge; cuffs are untrimmed and continue the same knit material as the glove body.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.70 · w 0.68 · h 0.24 (high) - Small fabric tagNarrow white fabric tag protruding from the side seam of the right glove cuff with small printed characters, partially visible.Partial
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.72 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a pale neutral background with soft top lighting, slight cast shadow beneath gloves, and tight crop around the pair.
- Background and lightingEven light gray background with soft diffuse lighting that produces subtle shadows under the gloves toward the lower-left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down view with the gloves centered and slightly angled; image is tightly framed so gloves occupy most of the canvas.
- Shadowing and reflectionsSoft shadow visible beneath and around the lower cuff area, indicating a single soft light source above.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (medium) - Image qualitySharp focus on glove surfaces and printed elements; no visible motion blur or significant compression artifacts.
Colors
charcoal black· main fabric#141315matte black· palm grip dots#0E0D0Emuted gray· printed logo and touchscreen mark#6B6B6C- Overall shapeTwo full-finger gloves laid flat with fingers extended; right glove is placed on top of left glove with cuffs toward the bottom of the image.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- The North Face
Etip™ Recycled Gloves
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3829549 | Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves - Black - Small | CA$60.00 | Yes |
| 3829550 | Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves - Black - Medium | CA$60.00 | Yes |
| 3829551 | Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves - Black - Large | CA$60.00 | Yes |
| 3829552 | Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves - Black - X-Large | CA$60.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
Gants North Face
Bien, un peu fait grand.Medium pour grandeur 8 est ok
They could be better! 🥲
The gloves have an exceptional design and are very comfortable to the touch, unfortunately they are very fragile and of poor quality. On the second day of use, I’ve seen the imperfections caused just by putting my hands in the pockets of the jacket (which by the way is from the same brand, I'm a North Face fan).
Confortable et chaud
Belle qualité Très confortable et chaud Je recommande
Nice gloves
Fits well and finger tips work well for screens.
Good but not great
Fit is good, fabric and construction are quite nice. However, the anti-slip pebbles started peeling off after just a couple of wears. Quite disappointing, considering the price point and definitely not the quality you woukd expect from a company like The North Face.
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/Umpire, r/outdoorgearReddit users appreciate The North Face Etip Recycled Gloves for their excellent touchscreen functionality, thin dexterous design, and sufficient warmth for mild cold, though some note they may be too thin for severe winter conditions.
The two direct mentions are positive, praising the fit, dexterity, and e-tip precision, with thinness considered a trade-off for warmth; no major complaints about this specific model were found.
Themes
Use Cases
- Umpiring/baseball handling
- Daily cold weather use with touchscreen need
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs The North Face Apex Etip Glove
The Recycled Glove has better touchscreen sensitivity and is thinner, while the Apex is thicker and may offer more warmth.
Source Threads
Umpire recommends Etip Recycled Gloves for dexterity
I wear the “THE NORTH FACE Etip Recycled Gloves”, that’s the description from Amazon. I’ve tried many and these allow me to confidently work the indicator and manipulate baseballs in and out of my ballbag.
u/wixthedogr/UmpireView thread →
User finds Etip Recycled Glove thin but warm with working e-tips
That's funny, I have the North Face Etip Recycled Glove (different model, not "Apex") and I love them, I finally found a pair of thin but warm gloves where the e-tips actually work.
u/halfdollarmoonr/outdoorgearView thread →