GOODE Ski Technologies, a provider of carbon composite ski poles, snow skis and water skis, has selected PrimaLoft as the exclusive insulation in its new GOODE-TEK glove line that was launched at the SIA Snow Show in Denver last month.

GOODE-TEK gloves feature a patented InterLoc System, which is designed to be compatible with GOODE’s new ski pole grip. All 10 styles, designed for both men and women, are made with a new ultra pre-curved shape for superior pole handling. The gloves and mittens are made with drum dyed leathers, a GOODE-TEK waterproof breathable membrane, PrimaLoft insulation and moisture wicking liners.

“After studying the glove market extensively, we determined that there was an opportunity to take our high-end quality approach to skis and poles and apply it to this category,” said Henry Deutsch, designer of the GOODE-TEK glove line. “We wanted to offer our customers gloves and mittens that are consistent with our other products.”

PrimaLoft was developed by Albany International Corp. under contract to the U.S. military to mimic the properties of down, while maintaining the performance aspects of a synthetic. It is a microfiber polyester insulation that is as warm and soft as down, in addition to being water repellent, extremely light weight and compressible, says the company.

“PrimaLoft has changed the ‘feel’ of gloves,” said Eileen Berner, PrimaLoft Sales and Marketing Director. “Gloves insulated with PrimaLoft provide a complete thermal and moisture management package and also offer improved dexterity and comfort.”

The suggested retail prices range of the GOODE-TEK line ranges from $280 for its battery-heated gloves and mittens to $90 for its powder and spring gloves. The glove line will be available at specialty ski and outdoor retailers nationwide this fall.