It was very cold in New York City today, and I excitedly put on my new Fownes gloves for my quick 15-minute walk to work.  The gloves failed miserably.  My fingers were painfully frostbitten and numb when I got to the office.  I'm sure these gloves are fine for a mild fall or spring day.  But, if you live in a place that sees some frigid days and months in winter, more insulated gloves might be the way to go.