THE RACKA RACE MITTEN, FULLY LINED WITH KEVLAR

THE RACKA RACE MITTEN, FULLY LINED WITH KEVLAR

Regular price £170.00

✦ Full Kevlar® Lining:

✦ 3D-Injection-Moulded Knuckle Protection

✦ Coach-Developed Protective Padding

Size :

S M L XL

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Shipping information

UK We aim to deliver all orders within 1 day. Stock items ordered before 2:00 PM (UK time) are typically delivered the next working day.

Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Belgium: SnowShepherdNL is dedicated to shipping to these countries, providing seamless service to our customers in these areas.

Rest of the World: SnowShepherd UK takes care of shipping to all other international destinations, with an average delivery time of just 4 days.

Care Guide

View our Glove Information & Care Guide

Do’s

Keep your gloves warm and dry. Gloves have an unavoidable design flaw – an open end where water, snow, rain, beer, wine, and even gin and tonic can get in! Do your best to keep them dry and breathable.
Understand waterproofing. The only truly waterproof gloves are rubber ones like Marigolds, but they don’t breathe. Our leather is as waterproof as possible while still allowing breathability.
Store gloves properly when taking a break. When stopping for lunch or a break while skiing, store your gloves inside your jacket or mid-layer—under your armpits or down your side works best. It may look a little odd, but your gloves will stay warm, preventing that unpleasant chill when you put them back on.
Dry wet gloves correctly. Bad weather, warm conditions, or compressing snow on your ski poles can lead to wet gloves. Dry them properly by keeping them open and upright to allow warm air to circulate. A toilet roll holder or a plastic cup with the bottom removed can help keep them open.
Use boot dryers in chalets. These work well for drying gloves, but ensure the ends of the gloves are open to let air circulate. If sealed around the dryer, they will take longer to dry.
Use the inside leather loop for wrist straps. This helps keep your gloves secure and easily

Dont's

Don’t drop them in water. While our leather is highly water-resistant, submerging them in water is not a good test and will compromise their performance.
Don’t use an oven to dry gloves. Our waterproof and breathable Hypora membrane does not respond well to overheating. If exposed to high heat, it will lose breathability and effectiveness.
Don’t buy gloves that are too small. It’s better to go slightly larger, as they trap more air for insulation. On very cold days, you can wear a silk liner inside for extra warmth.
Don’t leave gloves exposed to the cold air. Avoid placing them on a table or any cold surface during breaks—this will make them cold when you put them back on.
Don’t lay them flat on a radiator. Instead, stand them upright on their cuffs for better drying.
Don’t turn gloves inside out. They are difficult to get back in place. When removing new gloves, pull them off by the fingers to prevent the liners from coming out. Once broken in, the liners will stay in place much better.

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Description

RACKA RACE MITTEN

BUILT FOR THE GATES. ENGINEERED FOR IMPACT.

DON'T BE A SHEEP. BE A RACKA.

Meet the SnowShepherd RACKA Race Mitten — built for racers who attack every gate, push every limit and demand serious protection without compromising performance.

Developed using feedback from some of the world's leading ski race coaches, the RACKA has been designed with one purpose: to protect your hands when racing gets aggressive.

From high-speed gate contact to relentless training sessions, every protective element has been carefully considered and positioned where racers need it most.

ARMOURED FROM THE INSIDE OUT

FULLY LINED WITH KEVLAR®

Protection doesn't stop at the outside.

The RACKA features a full Kevlar® lining, providing exceptional puncture and abrasion resistance throughout the mitten.

Designed to help protect against sharp ski edges, aggressive gate contact and abrasive snow, this high-strength lining reinforces the mitten from within while maintaining the flexibility needed for racing.

Kevlar® is renowned for its outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, making it an ideal material for demanding race environments.

Maximum toughness. Minimal compromise.

100% GRADE A COWHIDE LEATHER

NATURALLY SUN-DRIED. BUILT TO ENDURE.

The RACKA is constructed using 100% Grade A cowhide leather, naturally sun-dried to create a premium outer shell designed for exceptional durability, flexibility and performance.

Selected for its strength and natural characteristics, our premium cowhide leather is built to withstand the relentless demands of competitive ski racing.

From repeated gate strikes to intensive training sessions, the RACKA combines traditional leather craftsmanship with modern protective technology.

Premium leather. Natural preparation. Serious race performance.

3D-INJECTED KNUCKLE ARMOUR

TAKE ON THE GATES. NOT THE IMPACT.

The RACKA features strategically positioned 3D-injection-moulded protection across the knuckle area, designed to help absorb and distribute impact forces when striking race gates.

This protective structure provides targeted coverage while maintaining a streamlined profile.

Whether you're attacking slalom gates or putting in lap after lap on the training course, the RACKA is built to handle the punishment.

DEVELOPED WITH ELITE RACE COACHES

EVERY PIECE OF PADDING HAS A PURPOSE.

The RACKA wasn't designed around guesswork.

Every section of protective padding has been developed and positioned using feedback from some of the best ski race coaches in the world.

The result is a race mitten that puts protection where it matters, without unnecessary bulk getting in the way.

Real feedback. Real racing. Real protection.

BUILT TO LAST. BUILT TO RACE.

Competitive ski racing is brutal on equipment.

Repeated gate strikes, friction, sharp edges and demanding training schedules can destroy ordinary gloves and mittens.

The RACKA combines 100% Grade A naturally sun-dried cowhide leather, a full Kevlar® lining and strategically engineered impact protection to help withstand the demands of competitive racing.

And because protection means nothing if you can't control your poles, the mitten is designed to retain the grip, flexibility and feel that racers depend on.

KEY FEATURES

100% Grade A Cowhide Leather: Premium-quality leather, naturally sun-dried for durability and flexibility.
Full Kevlar® Lining: High-strength internal reinforcement designed for exceptional abrasion and puncture resistance.
3D-Injection-Moulded Knuckle Protection: Strategically positioned armour to help absorb and distribute gate impacts.
Coach-Developed Protective Padding: Placement informed by feedback from leading ski race coaches.
High-Impact Protection: Designed for repeated contact with slalom and race gates.
Enhanced Durability: Premium leather and reinforced construction to help withstand intensive training and race-day punishment.
Low-Profile Flexibility: Protection designed to preserve pole control, grip and movement.
Thermal Resistance: Kevlar® fibres offer inherent heat resistance, helping protect against friction-related heat exposure.