Originally Posted by
KraneXL
Word. ^^ Gloves also increase grip strength.
Yes and no - it depends on the bar-tape. I have some bar-tape that requires gloves or it's slippery. However, the two bikes with
Origin8 Pro Cork are great without gloves. I've struggled with pinched nerves and numbness in my hands during 100+ mile rides. Bare hands with the right tape has resolved this issue for me.
Reference, 240 miles in one day, on gravel, no gloves:
https://tmbimages.com/Cycling/Gravel...es/i-VJkq9cS/A
For the record, I'm not talking anybody outta using gloves, but I'm saying you
needs to use gloves.