We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Black Diamond Mercury Mitten – Women’s and summarize the results below:
Universal Ranking
PeakScore: 88 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.5 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.2 stars 
Number of Ratings Reviewed: 81
Pros & Cons
Reasons to buy:
User Reviews
- Very warm for this type of mitten.
- Durable.
- Most users reported they keep your hands warm, though a few found they did not.
- Small loop for hanging gloves upside-down helps them dry more quickly.
- Fit well, based on sizing chart.
Expert Reviews
- Waterproof, although the palm can wet out, but it shouldn’t soak all the way to your skin.
- Reasonably priced.
- Removable liner.
Reasons NOT to buy:
User Reviews
- Liners pack out after a season or two, which makes them less warm. This may be mitigated by washing the liners periodically.
- If your hands get cold easily, try the more expensive/warmer mitts that BD sells.
Expert Reviews
- Mitts lack dexterity.
- Bulky.
- No wrist leashes.
- Not as warm after one or two seasons.
- Your hands may sweat on warmer days.
Summary:
The Black Diamond Mercury Mittens for women will keep your hands warm at the resort. Like most mittens, they do not allow for great dexterity, even with the split-finger liner. The liner tends to pack out after a season or two, and then are not as cozy; this may be mitigated by washing the liners from time to time.
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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.