HELD FREEZER II – THE ULTIMATE WINTER GLOVE

Last year, I headed out into the Australian desert with a rock star and some motorcycle executives. It was quite the journey.

Because I am old and canny, like a vicious walrus, I knew the Australian outback was cold in winter. And at the time, given I was travelling with rock stars and executives, only the Road Gods knew how long we might all have been out there for.

Some dressed for what they imagined would be the balmy Aussie Outback.

I dressed to survive White Walker climate.

Before leaving, I went to see my mate Ray at Held Biker Fashion.

“Ray, “I said to Ray. “I am going into the winter desert next week. I need to keep ice-death at bay. Do you have any gloves that may assist me in this endeavour?”

“I do,” said Ray.

And he did.

He handed me Freezer II units.

Now, when the Germans call something “Freezer”, one can safely conclude that whatever carries that name is either the best freezing thing ever made, or, if it’s a pair of gloves, then they will be suitable for journeying to the North Pole while holding icicles in your hand.

These Held Freezer Twos are just that.

I plunged them into the sub-zeros of the Outback, and I returned amazed and without frostbite.

It takes a bit to amaze me when it comes to gloves. I have been rocking BMW’s top-end winter units for the last seven years. Great gloves.

But these Held items are greater still.

They have soft knuckle armour, will repel water (though they are not waterproof) and are, manifestly, the absolute last word in warmth.

Of course, they are supremely well-made and comfortable – yes, they are thick – but mostly on top of the glove, so you’re still getting good feel at the controls.

They are made of the softest leather, clearly taken from the gentle bellies of exotic herd mammals which have been massaged by girls called Helga in glorious Bavarian pastures.

And most importantly, they are warm.

Seriously, honestly and blazingly warm.

Come at me, frozen bastardry.

 

HOW MUCH? $200

WHERE CAN I GET THEM?

www.heldaustralia.com.au

 

Words by Boris Mihailovic

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