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Mish mash => Open Forum => Topic started by: anycleavers on June 24, 2011, 08:40:00 PM

Title: Glove recommendations?
Post by: anycleavers on June 24, 2011, 08:40:00 PM: Hi, looking for some warm weather riding gloves. On the BikeBandit site there are 587 results for gloves. :o

Some wants- mesh for cooling comfort, protection (just in case), comfortable for several hours at a time, well made, so they last for more than a season or two, and if possible a price point around $50. Any such animal?

Anyone try the Icon 29ers? Or tell me about what your go-to gloves are and maybe I can whittle it down from there. Thanks
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: Pokey on June 24, 2011, 09:36:16 PM: Im a big fan of any and all of the Olympia line of gloves.
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: COGnosticat0r on June 25, 2011, 02:36:07 AM: Held Airstream, great protection and air flow. Kinda pricy but I am worth it ;)

(http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/images/InitialSet/HELD_air_stream_gloves_detail_2_LG.jpg)
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: Bob on June 25, 2011, 06:04:05 AM: I've been using the same pair of Firstgear Mesh Sport gloves (in silver/black) most of the year since 2003. An excellent product that even made it through my high-side back in 2005! I should buy a back up pair, since these gloves have been so good. Of course I have been saying that since 2003. And other than the inside tag fading that I can't read it anymore. The gloves are still in great shape.
I put about 10,000 miles per year on my bikes. Some times more, some times less. These gloves probably get used 2/3's of the miles I put on the bikes! So I'm estimating 50,000 miles on these gloves and still going strong. And my hands are mostly cool and comfortable in the warmer weather down until we drop back into the 50's!
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: roger dodger on June 25, 2011, 12:23:07 PM: Icon Pursuit $55 (Lamb, sheep, or some other soft skin w/ armor)
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: kawamark on June 25, 2011, 01:56:59 PM: I just purchased my second set of ROADGEAR AirTec gloves. The first pair lasted five years of daily use and began to split at the back of the thumb part. Good air flow and priced right. $36 + $6 shipping. Ordered Wednesday and they arrived this morning.

http://roadgear.com//airtec-p-95.html?osCsid=da1d2c73f61219b30001be9950bcd688 (http://roadgear.com//airtec-p-95.html?osCsid=da1d2c73f61219b30001be9950bcd688)

(http://roadgear.com//images/AT.RJ.jpg)

Advanced hi-tensile mesh, reflective piping—engineered to perfection—these gloves keep you going.
Comfort Zone: 70-100°
Two year warranty.
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: JetJock on June 26, 2011, 05:28:50 AM: You won't get any consensus on this topic. It's as personal as underwear or "best" beer (COLD is the correct answer to that question). ;D

That said, Lee Parks deerskin gloves get worn the most, but I got them free from Lee as he's an old friend. Good stuff.

I'm also periodically wearing a pair of Fox Dirtpaws motocross gloves on hot days.
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: roadkoan on June 26, 2011, 08:34:31 AM: Quote from: JetJock on June 26, 2011, 05:28:50 AM
You won't get any consensus on this topic. It's as personal as underwear or "best" beer (COLD is the correct answer to that question). ;D
Even that's debatable, just ask the Insalaffen ;)

I'd recommend the Ironclad Hi-viz. Cheap and good fit. Superior fingertips too, you can pick up change/washers, etc.
http://www.awdirect.com/ironclad-high-visibility-utility-gloves-ivg-02-s/gloves/?epc=AWSEFGL&CID=AWSEFGL&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=HVG06LSM (http://www.awdirect.com/ironclad-high-visibility-utility-gloves-ivg-02-s/gloves/?epc=AWSEFGL&CID=AWSEFGL&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=HVG06LSM)
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: ZG on June 26, 2011, 08:53:30 AM: Quote from: JetJock on June 26, 2011, 05:28:50 AM
You won't get any consensus on this topic. It's as personal as underwear or "best" beer (COLD is the correct answer to that question). ;D

Cold underwear?? ???

Isn't there another thread going on about how to stay cool on hot days...
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: JetJock on June 26, 2011, 01:55:09 PM: Different answer to your question from every person posting! Glad to be of help.
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: anycleavers on June 26, 2011, 02:56:25 PM: Oh yeah, I realize that everyone has their favorites and dislikes, but it does help to get input. The more knowledge the better to base a decision on.

Indefinitely better than scrolling through hundreds of listings. :D
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: Strawboss on June 27, 2011, 09:34:00 AM: I've got a pair of the vented Olympia's gel filled too.
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: Boonedawg on June 27, 2011, 09:51:04 AM: I picked up a pair of AGVSport mesh Mayhem with armour knuckles and venting. $39 at Iron Pony yesterday. I wanted the Held Airstreams but they don't carry that line. I think a pair of those Ironclad Hi Viz for $22 looks like a STEAL, wish I'd have seen them first.

http://www.agvsport.com/Short-Gloves/Mayhem/Mayhem.php (http://www.agvsport.com/Short-Gloves/Mayhem/Mayhem.php)
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: roadkoan on June 28, 2011, 05:39:07 AM: Quote from: Boonedawg on June 27, 2011, 09:51:04 AM
I think a pair of those Ironclad Hi Viz for $22 looks like a STEAL, wish I'd have seen them first.

Highly recommended. I wear a pair of the "heavy utility" at work and the "hi-viz" on the bike, and the fit and price is superb. I've probably had 10 pair of the "heavy utility" over the years and I've never found a pair I like more at any price...
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: anycleavers on July 11, 2011, 12:40:16 PM: Ok, I bought the Roadgear Airtech that kawamark posted a pic of. For the price, $42. shipped, I'm impressed. Seem very well made, but then I've only put a few hundred miles on them so far, time will tell.
Nice airflow through the glove for the hot weather we're having. No unusual seams on the inside that cause hand pain on long rides. Really no bad points to speak of yet. There isn't any type of padding on the palm, but then again they are not advertised as such. Thanks all, can't wait to start up a post for cold weather gloves. ::)

thanks kawamark
Title: Re: Glove recommendations?
Post by: anycleavers on July 11, 2011, 12:42:23 PM: Oh yeah, nice length, you can tuck them inside your jacket sleeve if desired and a good sturdy wrist closure.