Hestra Gloves Size Guide
Find the right size for your Hestra gloves and mittens with our unisex and junior size guide. Whether you're shopping for skiing, snowboarding, hiking or everyday winter adventures, a properly fitting glove helps provide warmth, comfort and freedom of movement.
Hestra Unisex Glove Size Chart
Hestra uses traditional numerical glove sizing for adults. Measure around the widest part of your palm, excluding your thumb, and compare your measurement with the chart below.
| Hestra Size | Circumference (cm) | Circumference (in) | Hand Length (cm) |
|---|
| 5 | 12.7 | 5.0 | — |
| 6 | 15.2 | 6.0 | 16.0 |
| 7 | 17.8 | 7.0 | 17.1 |
| 8 | 20.3 | 8.0 | 18.2 |
| 9 | 22.9 | 9.0 | 19.2 |
| 10 | 25.4 | 10.0 | 20.4 |
| 11 | 27.9 | 11.0 | 21.5 |
| 12 | 30.9 | 12.2 | — |
| 13 | 33.0 | 13.0 | — |
Measurements are approximate adult sizing references. Not every Hestra model is available in every size.
How to Measure Your Hands for Hestra Gloves
For adult unisex gloves, hand circumference is the main measurement used to identify your size. Junior gloves are normally selected using the age recommendations above.
1. Measure hand circumference
Wrap a flexible measuring tape around the widest part of your palm, just below your knuckles, excluding your thumb. Keep your hand relaxed and the tape comfortably snug.
2. Measure hand length
Measure from the crease at your wrist to the tip of your middle finger. This can help identify whether your fingers are longer or shorter than average for your palm size.
3. Compare your measurements
Use the adult unisex chart to identify your starting size. Measure both hands and use the larger measurement if they differ.
How Should Hestra Ski Gloves and Mittens Fit?
For skiing, snowboarding and cold-weather activities, Hestra recommends a comfortable fit with a little space around the fingers. This allows warm air to be trapped inside the glove and helps maintain insulation.
Gloves that are too small can restrict movement and compress the insulation, while gloves that are excessively loose may reduce grip and dexterity.
If your measurements fall between two adult unisex sizes, Hestra generally recommends choosing the larger size for insulated sport gloves.
Gloves vs Mittens: Does Sizing Differ?
Hestra uses the same general numerical sizing principles for five-finger gloves, three-finger gloves and mittens within each sizing category. However, the fit and internal space can vary between designs.
Mittens keep your fingers together, helping retain warmth, while five-finger gloves provide greater dexterity. Three-finger gloves offer a balance between warmth and control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Hestra gloves should I buy?
For adult unisex gloves, measure your hand circumference and compare it with the size chart. A hand circumference of approximately 20.3 cm (8 inches) corresponds to a unisex size 8 as a starting point.
How do Hestra junior glove sizes work?
Hestra junior gloves are generally sized according to age. For example, junior size 4 is recommended for approximately 6–7 years, while junior size 6 is recommended for approximately 10–11 years. These are guidelines rather than exact measurements.
Are junior and adult Hestra sizes the same?
No. Junior and adult gloves use different sizing scales. Junior gloves have shorter fingers and are shaped for children's hands, so the same numerical size does not represent an equivalent fit.
Can women wear unisex Hestra gloves?
Yes. Hestra unisex gloves can be worn by anyone. However, they generally have a broader cut than women's-specific models, which may be better suited to narrower hands.
Should I size up when using glove liners?
Compatible Hestra liners and outer gloves usually use corresponding numerical sizes. Check the specific liner and glove combination before selecting a different size.
Hestra Junior Gloves Size Chart
Hestra junior gloves and mittens use a separate sizing system designed for children's hands. Unlike adult gloves, junior sizes are primarily based on age, making it easier to select a suitable size for growing hands.
Use the recommended ages below as a starting point when selecting Hestra junior ski gloves, snowboard gloves and winter mittens.
| Hestra Junior Size | Recommended Age |
|---|
| 2 | 2–3 years |
| 3 | 4–5 years |
| 4 | 6–7 years |
| 5 | 8–9 years |
| 6 | 10–11 years |
| 7 | 12–13 years |
Junior sizes are based on average hand dimensions for each age group. These recommendations are approximate, and individual children may require a smaller or larger size.
Important: Junior and Adult Sizes Are Different
A Hestra junior size 7 is not equivalent to an adult unisex size 7. Junior gloves are designed with shorter fingers and different hand proportions. Always use the junior size chart when choosing gloves specifically labelled as children's or junior models.
How Should Junior Hestra Gloves Fit?
Children's ski gloves should feel comfortable and allow fingers to move freely. There should be a small amount of room around the fingers to help maintain warmth without making the gloves excessively loose.
For insulated junior gloves and mittens, avoid choosing a size that squeezes the fingers or restricts movement. Equally, gloves that are significantly too large can make it difficult for children to grip ski poles and handle equipment.
If your child falls between two age recommendations, consider their hand size and the individual glove's fit rather than relying on age alone.
This size guide provides general recommendations for Hestra adult unisex and junior gloves. Hand dimensions, glove construction, insulation and intended use can all affect fit. Always consult the individual product's sizing information where available.