How this gear performs

Each piece is rated for protection from water, wind and performance during play

Waterproofness High
Fully waterproof - built for heavy rain, puddle play and very wet days.
Windproofness High
Designed to block wind in exposed, cold, or very windy conditions.
Insulation High
Built for cold winter conditions and long hours outside.
Breathability Mid
Balances warmth and airflow for active outdoor play.
Durability High
Built to handle daily wear, rough play, sitting, crawling, and sliding.
Fit True to Size
Reliable everyday fit. Use height as your best guide rather than age.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Reima Tartu gloves actually waterproof?
Yes. Reima identifies the Tartu as a waterproof ReimaTec winter glove designed to protect kids' hands in snowy winter conditions. They're a great choice for snow play, skiing, Outdoor School, and everyday winter adventures. For extended puddle play or prolonged exposure to standing water and extremely wet slush, we'd still choose a PU rain mitten designed specifically for that type of water exposure.
Should I choose winter gloves or mittens for my child?
It depends on what your child is doing outside. Mittens generally provide more warmth, while gloves give kids better finger movement for gripping, carrying, climbing, and adjusting gear. We like the Tartu for kids who need to hold ski poles, sled ropes, shovels, sticks, and all the other important things kids somehow find outside.
Are the Tartu gloves warm enough for Outdoor School and long winter days?
The Tartu is designed as a warm winter glove for cold-weather outdoor use, making it a good option for Outdoor School, recess, skiing, and everyday snow play. Because Reima doesn't publish a specific insulation weight or temperature rating for the current Tartu, we wouldn't assign it a specific temperature range. For children who consistently struggle with cold hands, we'd typically choose an insulated mitten over a five-finger glove for maximum warmth.
Are these good gloves for skiing?
Yes. The combination of waterproof protection, warmth, flexibility, and grip makes the Tartu particularly useful for skiing. Individual fingers make it easier to grip ski poles and manage gear than with a mitten, while the waterproof construction provides the winter protection kids need on snowy days.
What makes the Reima Tartu a good everyday winter glove?
The Tartu has been part of Reima's winter collection since the mid-1990s, and we can see why the design has stuck around. It balances the weather protection parents want with the dexterity kids need to actually use their hands outside. For the child who is constantly building, grabbing, carrying, climbing, and exploring, it's a practical glove that can move from the ski hill to Outdoor School to the backyard.
Woman holding a child in a snowy setting with 'Outdoor School Shop' logo.

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ODSS was started by mothers who saw firsthand how time outside builds resilient, confident kids. What began as helping outdoor schools equip students for all-weather learning grew into a bigger mission: Help families raise resilient, confident kids by making it easier for children to stay outside longer.

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Testimonials

For us, the right gear from ODSS supports what we believe most about childhood. When children are able to be outside every day, in all seasons, they become tenacious, confident, and develop an authentic relationship with the land.
— RAIN OR SHINE SCHOOL 
Working with Outdoor School Shop has transformed our outdoor school community. Parents love knowing their children are consistently and reliably equipped—and that nothing is forgotten or comes home covered in mud. 
— RANDOLPH SCHOOL 
Our students get outside in all temperatures and having the right gear makes a world of difference. @outdoorschoolshop has gear appropriate for all seasons, has a directory to search for nature schools, and layering guides to help families know how to dress children for the weather
— HEMLOCK HILL 
At The Thistle and Root, I always recommend ODSS gear for anyone who believes that children grow best through nature—so dress for it.
— THISTLE & ROOT 
Ordering bulk with Outdoor School Shop was just as easy and seamless as I had hoped! As we open up a new program, preparing our first group of kiddos for any weather was at the top of our priority list, and ODSS came through with insight, expertise, and the coolest, most dependable gear around! Thank you ODSS!
— SIDNEY RIDGE