Auclair
Softee 4.0 Insulated Gloves
The Auclair Softee 4.0 Insulated Gloves are five-finger winter gloves with gauntlet cuffs designed for winter activities and cold-weather hand protection. They combine a durable polyester twill shell with an Auclair-Dry Gold membrane for waterproof, windproof, breathable protection, 3M Thinsulate midweight CE insulation made from 78% recycled polyester, and an ultra-soft brushed polar fleece lining. Additional features include a DWR finish, synthetic leather reinforced palm, reinforced fingertips, a built-in thumb nose wipe, a zippered back-of-hand utility pocket, an adjustable drawcord and strap cuff, a glove clip, and an embroidered logo.
- Material
- Durable polyester twill shell; synthetic leather palm; brushed polar fleece lining; 78% recycled polyester Thinsulate insulation
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- performance, technical, waterproof, insulated, utilitarian
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Color
Specifications
Insulated winter gloves with a waterproof breathable membrane and recycled Thinsulate insulation.
Waterproof, windproof, breathable Auclair-Dry Gold membrane; 3M Thinsulate midweight CE insulation made from 78% recycled polyester; brushed polar fleece lining; DWR finish; synthetic leather palm; reinforced fingertips; nose wipe; zipped utility pocket; adjustable drawcord/strap cuff; glove clip; embroidered logo.
- Material
- Durable polyester twill shell; synthetic leather palm; brushed polar fleece lining; 78% recycled polyester Thinsulate insulation
- Secondary
- polyester, recycled-polyester
- Style
- performance, technical, waterproof, insulated, utilitarian
- Occasion
- hiking, travel, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Additional Attributes
- durable polyester twill shell
- Auclair-Dry Gold breathable waterproof windproof membrane
- 3M Thinsulate midweight CE insulation made from 78% recycled polyester
- ultra-soft brushed polar fleece lining
- durable water-repellent (DWR) surface treatment
- synthetic leather reinforced palm
- reinforced fingertips for durability
- built-in nose wipe on thumb
- zipped utility pocket on back of hand
- adjustable drawcord and strap cuff
- glove clip for pair retention
- embroidered logo
- insulated design for winter activities
- windproof construction
- breathable membrane layer
Product Insights
Three sizes (M, L, XL) in black only, all at the same 70 CAD and in stock Auclair rates the Softee 4.0 as warmth Level 4 of 5, intended for roughly 0 °C to -15 °C Auclair-Dry Gold membrane is breathable, waterproof and windproof; DWR finish sheds surface moisture Use Auclair's glove-specific size chart; hand length decides if measurements straddle two sizes; M fits 190-200 mm length/205-230 mm circumference, L 200-210 mm/230-240 mm Wear the cuff over the jacket sleeve; use both the drawcord and wrist strap; test the seal with an overhead arm swing Not a deep-cold expedition glove; DWR is not a substitute for a membrane in sustained wet; breathability can lag in warm/steamy conditions; only black is offered
Verified claims
- category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
- variant_selection
- Three sizes (M, L, XL) in black only, all at the same 70 CAD and in stock
- materials
- Shell 100% polyester; palm 100% polyurethane; lining 100% polyester; membrane 100% polyurethane; insulation 100% polyester
- construction
- Synthetic leather reinforced palm and reinforced fingertips
- features
- Built-in nose wipe on thumb, zipped utility pocket on back of hand, glove clip, adjustable drawcord and strap cuff, embroidered logo
- insulation
- Midweight 3M Thinsulate CE insulation made from 78% recycled polyester
- warmth
- Auclair rates the Softee 4.0 as warmth Level 4 of 5, intended for roughly 0 °C to -15 °C
- weather_protection
- Auclair-Dry Gold membrane is breathable, waterproof and windproof; DWR finish sheds surface moisture
- breathability
- Breathability depends on the whole system, not just the membrane; wet-out outer fabric can reduce vapour transfer
- dwr_maintenance
- DWR wears off over time and can be tested by water beading; reapply when water stops beading
- care
- Hand wash only; do not bleach, professionally clean, soak, iron or press; hang to dry
- fit
- Use Auclair's glove-specific size chart; hand length decides if measurements straddle two sizes; M fits 190-200 mm length/205-230 mm circumference, L 200-210 mm/230-240 mm
- comfort
- Ultra-soft brushed polar fleece lining against the skin
- cuff_sealing
- Wear the cuff over the jacket sleeve; use both the drawcord and wrist strap; test the seal with an overhead arm swing
- moisture_management
- Dry hands stay warmer; snow past the cuff wets insulation and liner, while synthetic Thinsulate keeps insulating when damp
- durability
- Reinforced palm and fingertips add abrasion resistance; DWR and softshell face fabric are wear points
- styling
- Matte black shell with dark charcoal palm, gray zipper tape and embroidered Auclair logo; sophisticated, low-profile look
- use_cases
- Best for skiing, snowshoeing, winter commuting and general outdoor use in roughly 0 °C to -15 °C
- value
- At 70 CAD, the Softee 4.0 includes a waterproof-breathable membrane, Thinsulate insulation, reinforced palm and fingertips, plus winter-specific features
- tradeoffs
- Not a deep-cold expedition glove; DWR is not a substitute for a membrane in sustained wet; breathability can lag in warm/steamy conditions; only black is offered
- comparison
- Compared with mittens or heavier expedition gloves, the Softee 4.0 trades maximum warmth for dexterity, weather protection and active-use breathability
Product record
- Title
- Softee 4.0 Insulated Gloves
- Brand
- Auclair
- Price
- 70 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Insulated gloves for winter activities
Pitched by the retailer as a go-to for winter activities, these insulated gloves pair an Auclair-Dry Gold membrane the merchant describes as breathable, waterproof and windproof with a DWR surface treatment that stops liquid from soaking in. An adjustable drawcord and strap cuff helps seal out the elements, while a built-in nose wipe on the thumb and a zipped pocket on the back of the hand come in handy outdoors.[1]
Image Analysis
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Product
Pair of insulated black winter gloves shown flat with palms up and backs visible; features embroidered brand text on a finger, a small zip pocket on the back of the right glove, adjustable wrist strap with plastic buckle, elastic wrist cinch, and drawcord closures at gauntlet cuffs.
- Overall shapeTwo five-finger insulated gloves laid overlapping; gauntlet-style cuffs extend past the wrists and flare slightly at the ends.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.86 (medium) - Back-of-hand pocketHorizontal zippered pocket on the back of the right glove with a short fabric zipper tape and small metal/ plastic pull tab.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Embroidered finger textVertical light-colored embroidered text on the outer side of the index finger of the right glove.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.32 (high) - Embroidered text transcription“AUCLAIR”
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.32 (high) - Palm materialLeft glove palm area shows a textured, slightly shinier synthetic leather or grip material in a dark tone distinct from the main shell fabric.
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x 0.12 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.46 (high) - Wrist strap and buckleAdjustable woven strap across the wrist of the right glove secured by a plastic side-release style buckle.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.70 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high) - Elastic wrist cinchGathered elastic section at the inner wrist area visible on the left glove where the hand meets the gauntlet.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Gauntlet drawcordsRound elastic drawcords with small plastic cord locks are visible at the end of each gauntlet cuff.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.82 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Seam and stitch linesVisible topstitching and panel seams divide fingers, back-hand padding, and cuff panels; seams are tonal and closely spaced.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (medium) - Glove texture variationMain shell fabric appears matte and slightly textured; finger tips and padded back panels have a smoother, slightly puffed appearance.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.14 · w 0.50 · h 0.54 (medium)
Other
Product shot on a plain light gray background with soft shadows. Gloves are centered and slightly overlapping; lighting is even and diffuse.
- BackgroundSmooth light gray backdrop filling the frame with subtle shadowing under the gloves.
- Shot compositionTop-down studio view with gloves arranged slightly diagonally and overlapping; entire product is visible within the frame.
- Lighting and shadowDiffuse soft lighting produces low-contrast shadows primarily beneath and to the lower left of the gloves.
Colors
matte black· main shell fabricdark charcoal· palm/grip materialmedium gray· zipper tape and pull- Overall shapeTwo five-finger insulated gloves laid overlapping; gauntlet-style cuffs extend past the wrists and flare slightly at the ends.
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- Brand
- Auclair
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