When you’re cross-country skiing, you mainly have a different need when it comes to gloves and mittens versus alpine skiing. In the Nordic world, you’re generating heat, so unless it’s arctic-cold out there, you don’t need as much insulation. Gloves and mittens tend to be a bit lighter and thinner, offering more in terms of breathability and mobility. Swix is the big player here, offering gloves, lobster-style mittens, and lighter weight handwear for more active skiing.