I've heard of Kombi gloves simply from being around over the years. They've been making gloves since 1961, so it's likely that at some shop somewhere you've seen them too... It's also likely that thanks to a barrage of snowboard magazine advertisements, and possibly because Kombi has traditionally held to ski clientele, you ignored them.
Cold weather is the hardest part of snowboarding, and when it comes to glove companies I always keep an open mind; if it keeps my hands warm and dry then I'm down with it. An e-mail from one of Kombi's reps prompted me to take a look at their 2010 line, and I was pleasantly surprised at what I found.
Yes, Kombi has your steezy pipe/spring gloves, toasty winter gloves, fingered gloves, and mitts for men, women and children... but what's really got me interested are the variety of field focused products. From work-influenced lifty gloves to flip mitts for the guys and gals working the lenses, Kombi seems to have a little something for everyone (including a selection of baselayers and headwear).
With a product line that covers every condition--even glove protectors for those of us who use rope tows more often than not--it seems that Kombi is listening to what the industry needs. Especially when further research shows Kombi products priced to a snowboard bum's lifestyle. Most all of their gloves are priced under $100, including Gore-tex models, with the only exception being their iRip glove that features an integrated wireless control for your iPod.
I'll be testing out some products from Kombi in the near future to let you know what's up, and don't think I've forgotten about you readers; it's rad to have your support, so I'm stoked that they are also hooking me up with a few goodies to give out to you guys.
Stay sharp for upcoming giveaways (hint: your best bet would be to follow me on Twitter)...Also check out Kombi's product line at http://www.kombisports.com/kombi_us/products.php and please shoot me an e-mail (DesertsDontSnow@gmail.com) if there are any products you would like me to test out.
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