[Paddlewise] Xmas Suggestion?

I am in the market for new cold-weather gloves/mitten/pogies and would
welcome any first-hand recommendations for handwear that will:

*	Not absorb water even after prolonged, repeated use.  (I have heard
criticisms of some neoprene or other synthetic paddling gear that will do
this.)
*	Provide insulation in air temps substantially below freezing (e.g.,
between 10 degrees and 40 degrees F), with additional wind-chill factors on
top of that.  
*	Be durable on camping trips in a variety of circumstances (sand,
snow, lots of sun, wind, moderate mechanical abuse).  

 

They need not necessarily:

*	Have fingers, although that would be nice.  
*	Be ultra-inexpensive. 

 

In addition, if you have any recommendation for the equivalent in footwear,
that would be great, too.

 

Thanks! 

 

Tom
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