Ski gloves are your best bet when you need maximum dexterity and pole control. Individual finger compartments let you grip your poles naturally, adjust goggles, zip jackets, and handle gear without taking them off. That makes gloves ideal for all-mountain skiing, park riding, and any day where you're actively pole-planting.
The trade-off is warmth. Because your fingers are separated, they can't share body heat the way they do in mittens, and there's more surface area exposed to the cold. Gloves shine in moderate to warm conditions, but if you're heading out in bitter cold or your hands tend to run chilly, you may find them lacking.
If you love the feel of gloves but worry about warmth, look for well-insulated models with waterproof-breathable membranes. You can also consider 3-finger or trigger mitten designs, which give you near-glove grip with much of the warmth of a mitten.