The HG3 EVO WP is an entry-level style in the Five heated glove range. It nevertheless enjoys the benefits of the same heating technology and same fundamentals as the higher-end styles (Primaloft® thermal insulation, 5_DRYTECH™weatherproof, breathable membrane, Dual Control adjustment system, connectivity), but its simplified outer construction, which is fully synthetic, keeps its price reasonable.
The HG3 Evo WP features all the safety (Ergo Protech™ protective shells) and comfort (Touch Screen™, Clear Vision Pad™, etc.) elements that are typical of new-gen FIVE gloves.
Five HG technology includes 1.3 mm-thick resistors (in other words, electrical wires), strategically placed on the back of the hand and the fingers, all the way down to their very tip, and on the inside of the last phalange. This type of construction offers uniform heat right where the cold is most acute, without compromising on palm sensitivity. Indeed, Five haven’t placed electrical resistors on the inside of the palm so it does not hinder your grip on the controls, but Five has inserted a thin layer of thermal insulation. The heated handlebars grips of some motorcycles, which heat the inside of the palm, offer a good addition to heated gloves, which warm up the zones that are most exposed to the cold: the back of the hand and the fingertips.
But there’s a major difference between the temperature sent through the resistors and what the rider will feel when they’re on the move. The latter depends on external factors such as riding speed, the outside temperature, the wind, the length of the ride, the period of exposure to the cold, each individual’s temperature sensitivity, etc. Each rider will thus adapt the level of heat as desired, depending on these different parameters. Five HG system offers 3 levels of heat: Eco, Regular, and Boost. Each of these sends 45°C, 50°C, or 60°C heat through the circuit, to keep hands at a comfortable temperature. The goal isn’t to feel too much heat, but simply to make sure that your hands don’t get too cold during your ride. In Eco mode, battery life can last up to 6 hours. In Boost mode, which consumes more energy, power will last for around 2 hours. Battery life will vary depending on various parameters (the actual battery charge level, the temperature, the level of humidity, etc.).
The batteries can then be recharged while you’re heating the gloves. The 7.2-volt, 2.2 Ah batteries reach a full charge in just 4 hours with the dual charger provided. They can remain in their pocket within the glove while they’re being charged.
If you want to fully enjoy all the advantages of the FIVE Heat Technology heating system, whatever the length of your journeys, opt for the FIVE Connection Kit, which will allow you to connect your FIVE HG gloves directly to the cigarette-lighter socket or the battery of your motorcycle. (not included)
