What Gloves Do You Wear?
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Most recently, I have been using the Rapha classic crochet gloves. Yes, you may make the customary Rapha jokes. But they are starting on their third season and still look good. Unfortunately, it looks like they are no longer made, but if you can, I recommend trying to get them on the cheap. I'm sure I didn't pay retail.
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A couple of years back, a generous list member found a stash in NY and offered them to the list. BH brand, Made in France, super soft leather (deer?) and nice cush for $10 a pair. One year in with light use.
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I got these two and totally wore them out. I was really glad to have them and was set to buy another pair from the shop in Yonkers. But then I found the Planet Bike ones I cited above, and I like them better. I'm glad the crocheted style came back. When my spouse saw me wearing the BH gloves, she burst out laughing. Oh well.
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Rivendell usually has old school crotched gloves in stock that I like to wear when appropriate, like Eroica or Cino, or when everyone's riding vintage.
I used to go into Performance once a year and buy 3 pair of their basic synthetic gloves for $10 each. They had something like a microfiber back, good for wiping your face.
I've never paid more than $20 for summer gloves. As others have noted, tape can provide the padding you need.
I used to go into Performance once a year and buy 3 pair of their basic synthetic gloves for $10 each. They had something like a microfiber back, good for wiping your face.
I've never paid more than $20 for summer gloves. As others have noted, tape can provide the padding you need.
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Not picky.
Any two that match that I can find.
I'm picky about my helmet and shoes. Gloves, not so much.
I'm picky about my helmet and shoes. Gloves, not so much.
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noglider I'm tempted by those Planet Bike gloves, I'm a sucker for a crocheted back. I have large bony hands so gloves are one of the things I can easily go down a rabbit hole with. BITD my favorite gloves were mid-late 80's Cannondales. They were densely padded with high quality supple leather but like many of their accessories from that era, they're just a memory now. A few seasons ago I bought a pair of Castelli Rosso Corsa gloves and I'm slowly realizing how excellent they are. The design runs contrary to many of my preferences - the back is stretchy black material, they pull on like a sock with no velcro, the palms are only lightly padded - and they're comfortable, offer great vibration and shock absorption and seem to be wearing really well. I had tried a pair Specialized BG gloves that have padding only in the middle of the palm, and they are...ok...I tried the Castellis again and I'm impressed.
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Like ascherer I had a pair of Cannondale gloves in the early '80's when I worked in a bike shop. It was more than I wanted to spend but, I got a discount and rationalized that these were important. These gloves wore out long ago, but now serve as the benchmark that all other gloves are measured against. Sorry to say that none are as good.
I tried a pair of spandex backed and synthetic palm gloves and didn't like them. I have a pair of Planet Bike crotcheted back with leather palm gloves. It says Kevlar on the palm, but I don't know where the Kevlar is. One feature that I like is the absorbent fabric on the thumb.
I don't know what model these are. They are now my second favorite glove. I'll probably get another pair when these wear out.
I like wearing gloves. Not only do they help with pressure from the handlebars, but also help if you fall. I see younger racers without gloves nowadays and cringe.
I tried a pair of spandex backed and synthetic palm gloves and didn't like them. I have a pair of Planet Bike crotcheted back with leather palm gloves. It says Kevlar on the palm, but I don't know where the Kevlar is. One feature that I like is the absorbent fabric on the thumb.
I don't know what model these are. They are now my second favorite glove. I'll probably get another pair when these wear out.
I like wearing gloves. Not only do they help with pressure from the handlebars, but also help if you fall. I see younger racers without gloves nowadays and cringe.
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I have been wearing these lately because beaches are closed and even though the traffic is light the folks in their cars are driving like maniacs....almost ran down on Westwood Blvd.
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not my usual riding gloves
Changed the type of glove because of this activity....
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not my usual riding gloves
Changed the type of glove because of this activity....
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have been buying what I can find on sale currently some pearl izumi (which are starting to come apart so this is a timely thread as I will be in the market soon) previous mid level giro's I do try to get pittards leather....seams to make a difference, especially when i wash them. I do like 'modern" padding for brifter use
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I got Planet Bike Taurus gloves in January. They exceed my expectations. They're the best gloves I've had in a long time, and I like the classic design. Very comfy. I normally wear size XL, so I got that size, and they fit well.
Only $20 at Amazon.
Only $20 at Amazon.
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xiaoman1 +1 on those Firm Grip Gloves. I got a three pack in the Home Depot and they get used for many different tasks including riding. Somewhere on the glove that is visible to me when I wear them is the Logo "FG" which gets me to come up with other FG names for example: Friggin' Good, Fake GoreTex, Fools Gold,Finally Gone, you get the idea.
I can't remember most of them now. Your are probably better than me at coming up with names. It keeps me busy when I am doing something tedious.
I can't remember most of them now. Your are probably better than me at coming up with names. It keeps me busy when I am doing something tedious.
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xiaoman1 +1 on those Firm Grip Gloves. I got a three pack in the Home Depot and they get used for many different tasks including riding. Somewhere on the glove that is visible to me when I wear them is the Logo "FG" which gets me to come up with other FG names for example: Friggin' Good, Fake GoreTex, Fools Gold,Finally Gone, you get the idea.
I can't remember most of them now. Your are probably better than me at coming up with names. It keeps me busy when I am doing something tedious.
I can't remember most of them now. Your are probably better than me at coming up with names. It keeps me busy when I am doing something tedious.
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Wait. You dropped a huge meatball in front of me and I responded about the plate. That tail light! It is a first generation Corvette. I am a recovering caraholic, it has been in remission, however, once in a while, things happen. If it is not a Corvette,it certainly has an elegant shape to it and must be 50's to early 60's.
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Wait. You dropped a huge meatball in front of me and I responded about the plate. That tail light! It is a first-generation Corvette. I am a recovering caraholic, it has been in remission, however, once in a while, things happen. If it is not a Corvette, it certainly has an elegant shape to it and must be 50's to early 60's.
Once a "caraholic" always a "caraholic"...good eye and yes it a first Gen 1958 original F.I. car. I am rebuilding the F.I. now that we are on safe in place...BTW I also have a 1956 Chevy Nomad 2x4 sitting in the garage...the 58 is in the open because I drive every (used to) other day and it has been my primary source of transportation up to school.
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Neither are available anymore.
I wonder why Spenco gloves went away??
It seams like All the gloves on the market today have Very thin padding. They`re almost like workout gloves.
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Since hands are a contact point with the bike, I think what's right for different people is going to be different, just as it is with saddles and pedals. That said, I would be happy to ride with no gloves, however one of my local ride buddies pointed out that gloves can provide significant protection if you fall. Consequently, if it's warm enough, I wear Cuero gloves. I have the original tan gloves, but they also make full-fingered gloves now.
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As many others, I wear cotton mesh back, real leather palm gloves.
Cleaning them is a bit of a pain (you need saddle soap and a horse hair brush for perfect results), but there's nothing like real leather, even in 2021.
They offer both grip, especially when slightly wet, and softness on the palm. I get cheap ones in Italy - they are sold either as cycling gloves or fitness gloves.
Cleaning them is a bit of a pain (you need saddle soap and a horse hair brush for perfect results), but there's nothing like real leather, even in 2021.
They offer both grip, especially when slightly wet, and softness on the palm. I get cheap ones in Italy - they are sold either as cycling gloves or fitness gloves.
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I use my beat - up Rhode Gears (I've repaired them since this picture) and my Paramounts usually. I have a pair of Peal Izumi - no picture.
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Can't even remember what make they were but I wore them until they were worn out. Got a new set, again can't remember what make. The well worn ones, worn during warmer seasons...
In cold weather, a fleece lined set of full finger driving gloves (I live in Northwestern Ontario, Canada).
In cold weather, a fleece lined set of full finger driving gloves (I live in Northwestern Ontario, Canada).
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These are a few of the most worn. From my n=1 comparison, padded wins - comfort-wise. All except for the bottom right are the oldest / most used - from the 90s.