These gloves are NOT the warmest(Icebreaker 260 range)so I wear them with glove liners when its really cold. But, I love the grip dots on the first finger and thumb - I can use it in most of my 'normal' everyday activities as it easily grips most things. Also, the grip-dots would give the most used fingers extra protection from normal wear-and-tear - I have the Real fleece Gloves, but after a season of use, there are now holes in the tip of the first finger! Unfortunately, they did not put in the clasps(like with the Real fleece Gloves and mittens)that help you keep them together when not in use(or in the wash)My ideal Icebreaker glove will be made from their Real-fleece 320 material,  with grip-dots and clasps!