Choosing the best cycling gloves is crucial to enjoying your ride. Though they may seem nonessential, I’ve learned that these little accessories can save your skin, not to mention your joints!
Read this guide to learn about the benefits of wearing cycling gloves, and what to look for when making your purchase.
Can you recommend any specific brands?
Sure! There are many popular brands, but here are a few favorites.
1. 4ucycling Touch-screen Multifunction Gel Padded Super Breathable Cycling Gloves – 4ucycling touch screen cycling gloves
This product is constructed by the effects of three different mechanisms of composite material, and add the touch-screen function.
It has perfect effect on moisture, perspiration, breathable, UV, and other ultra-fit significant when you are cycling、 running and athletic.
Although this product can be worn in winter, but it is more fit for someone, who is easier sweating and heat intolerance .
Specifications:
Material: Leather +Net+ Absorbent inside
suitable for: Winter, Spring , Autumn , Summer
Size:S:(palm width 2.56-2.95inch)=(palm width6.50-7.50cm)
M:(palm width 2.95-3.34inch) =(palm width7.50-8.50cm)
L:(palm width 3.34-3.73inch) =(palm width8.50-9.50 cm)
XL:(palm width 3.73-3.94inch)= (palm width9.50-10.00cm)
Color:Bike Gloves(black&blue)Bike Gloves(black&red) Bike Gloves(black&black)
2. Oceantree Cycling Gloves – These fingerless gloves are a popular budget option. They are made with breathable fiber and a mesh top that keeps your hands cool on a hot day. They are machine washable, and are made of an elastic fiber for maximum comfort and fit. The padding is minimal, so they work well for someone who does not find the thick gel pads comfortable. They also come in a variety of sizes and colors.
3. Gore Bike Wear Men’s Mistral Windstopper Gloves – These gloves provide a full fingered option for those cycling in cooler temperatures. They have a padded palm, silicone coated fingers to increase your grip, and are made with a windproof material that will keep your hands warm when the weather gets chilly. This pair is missing the absorbent pad on the thumb so that feature is important to you, try another pair. They are machine washable in cold water.
4. Pearl Izumi Pro Softshell Lobster Glove – If you are looking for a pair of biking gloves for winter, check out these Pearl Izumi Lobster Shell Gloves. Sure, it may seem a bit strange that your fingers make the Vulcan salute while wearing these gloves, but the idea behind them is that you have the dexterity and mobility of gloves, but with the benefit of allowing your fingers to keep each other warm. These gloves are made windproof and come with a waterproof insert. These gloves are not as breathable as some, so if you tend to sweat a lot, you might look elsewhere.
Why would I want to wear cycling gloves?
1. Improve your Grip and Control
Having good control over the handle bars will save you from possible disaster. Sweat or rain can make your handlebars slippery, increasing the likelihood of your hands slipping when you hit a bump. Gloves can increase your grip and help make your ride safer.
2. Protect your Skin
Cycling can be tough on your hands. Gloves lessen the friction between your hands and your handlebars, protecting your skin from chaffing and blisters. They also offer added protection and can prevent more serious injuries to your palms, if you take a tumble off your bike.
3. Shock Absorption
Even if you manage to stay on your bike, some gloves have a gel pad that works as a shock absorber, lessening the shock of hitting bumps to your wrists, arms, and shoulders. Over time, cyclists can suffer from overuse injuries, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Wearing gloves can help to prevent these problems before they start.
4. Weather Protection
If you are riding in cold weather, keeping your hands warm and protecting them from frostbite can be essential. You need gloves that keep your hands warm but still offer mobility and breathability.
5. Clean your Face on the Go
Many gloves have a fleece or cloth patch on the thumb. Have you ever wondered what that is for? This may be a bit TMI, but on a serious ride, you will probably sweat profusely and you won’t always have the time to pull over to wipe down your brow. Not to mention that if you ride in the cold weather, you often need something to stop the nose drip. Not very pleasant to think about, I know, but a life saver when you are on the move.
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