What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I took the Recon MX Mitten on a backcountry trip where we had multiple days in the negative temps, and my hands stayed comfortable through long, cold transitions and exposed ridge travel without once reaching for a hand warmer. The PrimaLoft Gold and Black Rise insulation combo holds its loft noticeably better than single-fill mitts I have used in the past, and the goatskin palm gives just enough feel to manage pole straps and buckles without taking the mitts off."When temperatures drop far enough that most gloves quietly give up, the Black Diamond Recon MX Mitten keeps delivering. Built for on and off mountain use, it combines a GORE-TEX insert with a dual-insulation system of 170g PrimaLoft Gold on the backhand and 170g PrimaLoft Black throughout, creating a warmth profile that holds its loft through compression, cold, and repeated hard use without packing out over time. The result is a mitten that performs on the first run of a cold week just as well as it does on the last. Construction details back up the warmth with real-world durability. A goatskin leather palm patch delivers a supple, reliable grip for poles, tools, and buckles, while seamless molded EVA knuckle pads add impact protection without stiffening the fit. The 70D polyester back panel adds weather resistance and structure, and an under-cuff Velcro strap closes the sleeve gap cleanly against wind and blowing snow. A webbing pull loop and included wrist leash make transitions and carrying straightforward when the hands need to be free. From lift-served powder days to serious cold-weather objectives, the Recon MX Mitten is the one to reach for when warmth is non-negotiable.