Columbia Toddler Chippewa II Mitten
Warm, easy on toddler mittens that run large and resist rather than block water.
We bought BAVST Winter Kids Waterproof Ski Mittens for Infant/Toddler, 1-5T. It's no longer documented anywhere, so this page reviews the closest well-covered match. It is an insulated toddler snow mitten at a similar price from a major outdoor brand with published specs and retailer review coverage.
The short version
- Toddlers who fight having mittens put on
- Sledding, snowman building and daycare outdoor time
- Parents who want a known brand with replacement colors each season
- Your child is under 18 months and has small hands
- You need a fully waterproof mitt for hours in slush
- You want a long gauntlet that goes over a coat cuff
What owners like
- The side zip makes them much easier to put on a toddler than pull on mittens
- Warm enough for snow play
- Sturdy build that holds up to rough play
- Cuffs stay put and keep snow out
Common complaints
- Runs large for younger toddlers, so some fit better the next season
- Children under about 18 months struggle to find the thumb
- Hands can get wet after long play in wet snow, since the shell is repellent rather than waterproof
Based on Zappos review page for the toddler mitten, plus product details from two outdoor retailers listing Columbia's specs. No hands on editorial test was found..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
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What it does
An insulated toddler snow mitten with a zip entry cuff and a water repellent nylon shell; reviewed here in place of the BAVST waterproof ski mittens for ages 1 to 5T it closely resembles.
- Side zip opens the cuff wide so small hands slide in
- Elastic wrist and extended cuff help keep snow out
- Water and stain repellent finish on the shell
- Soft fleece lining over synthetic insulation
- Nose wipe panel on the thumb
- Clip to keep the pair together
A good fit for parents who want a warm mitten that is easy to get onto a squirming toddler, thanks to the side zip. The shell is water repellent rather than fully waterproof, and the one size fit runs large on younger toddlers.
How it compares
Specs
- Shell
- Hydra Cloth 3000, 100% nylon, with Omni-Shield water and stain repellency
- Insulation
- 100g Microtemp XF II polyester
- Lining
- MTR filament fleece, polyester
- Closure
- Zip entry cuff with pull tab, elastic at the wrist
- Size
- One size for toddlers; a separate infant version is sold
Questions
Are Columbia Chippewa II toddler mittens waterproof?
Columbia describes them as water and stain repellent through its Omni-Shield finish, not fully waterproof.
What size are they?
The toddler mitten is sold in one size. Columbia also sells an infant version.
How do they go on?
A zip on the side of the cuff opens it wide, and a pull tab and elastic wrist snug it after.
Do they run big?
Several parents report the toddler size runs large on younger toddlers.
Sources
- Amazon.com: Columbia Toddler Unisex Chippewa II Mitten
- Zappos: Columbia Kids Chippewa II Mitten (Toddler) reviews
- The Outdoor Supply Store: Toddler Chippewa II Mittens
- Saint Bernard: Columbia Infant Chippewa II Mitten
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.