Topic: Riding gloves

[mrblasty]

Anyone Know of a resource for a good pair of gloves? I'm thinking a long pair of gauntlets would be Ideal, my coat sleeves are a bit too short for standard length gloves to block out cold wind.

[Brookesy]

We worry more about keeping cool over here.
I wear "Draggin' Jeans" kevlar gloves most of the time. - amazing gear.

Winter is less of a problem than summer....

[Davo]

I too set out to find gloves with a bit of length so your sleeves don't act like wind tunnels. I'm in Melbourne, Aust. and went around all the bike shops searching. No luck. All the gloves were short. Searched "leather motorcycle gloves" on ebay and came up with better options. All in the U.S. which would suit you. I ended up buying a set from Jafrum Leather which are longer and cover my sleeves. Postage to Aust. wasn't high. Probably not as tough as Brooksey's kevlar though.
Try searching ebay or try www.jafrum.com . Good luck

[Chris Liston]

I have Joe Rocket race gloves.  Leather and kevlar, with carbon fibre knuckles and finger patches.  very comfy about 100 bucks.  Don't go cheap on gloves, get the best you can afford.  its the first thing that will make contact.  My buddies stubby fingers know that for a fact.

[historicjake]

Check out the gloves on T E Lawrence in the photo on this link.

http://www.dropbears.com/m/models/brough/rosslett.htm

Bet they will keep your hands nice and toasty....

[78 k550]

I get mine from my local Army Surplus store. Alot cheaper than the dealers or other parts houses.

 Paul

[MikeDeB]

For a gauntlet style, here's one to look at.

http://www.leeparksdesign.com/

[Raul CB750K1]

I bought a pair of gauntlets with Hipora liner (something like wind stopper). When I bought them the clerk asked me: "What would you rather have, sensitivity or warmth? The thicker the warmer but the less sensitive". I have experienced the cold in the fingers and I didn't give a damn about sensitivity, so I bought warm gauntlets. I thought later that there is no point in sensitivity; once your fingers get cold they will go numb and you will lose the sensitivity anyway...


Raul

[skamania19]

I searched under "leather motorcycle gloves" on eBay and found a long pair that really keeps the hands warm. I think the seller was Doccaroo. Chris is right, buy the best you can afford.

[mrblasty]

Thanks for all the suggestions.
Skaminia, how often do ride HWY 84? I'm in portland and run out to Hood River a few times a year and I know driving cars through the gorge can be a bit of a adventure.

[skamania19]

I try to stay off freeways whenever possible. If I have to go east or west I try to do it on SR-14, it's more prtected from the winds. If the gorge winds are really howling I take a car.  A motorcycle in those gusts is like trying to ride a mad elk by hanging onto the antlers. 

[ejand22]

I recently bought a pair of Vanson Rocket gloves.  Check them out here - http://vansonleathers.com/images/gloves/rocket-gloves.jpg They were pricey (100 bucks), but they're excellently made and constructed of thick, buttery leather  (they're so soft!).  A plus for me is that they look simple, not a lot of flash to them.

[Uncle Ernie]

google Thurlow Leatherworld. I've had their gloves with gauntlets so long that websites weren't even invented yet. I bet they'll still make a pair custom for you, too. The lined ones are great for cooler weather.  Also, Aerostitch has a very good elkskin glove. I use the regular length in the summer and you can use them for gardening (they laugh at thorns), too. Built like an anvil.

[Philly550K1]

these kick ass.  no connection, just a happy, warm-handed customer.....

Orina Style 118
WATERPROOF using the Nibo membrane, Teccon 600 nylon back, leather palm, Thermolite, Thermax fleece lining. Our warmest glove. Recommended by RIDE magazine in Great Britain the last two years; out-performed the BMW Gortex winter glove. Rated as 'Best Value' by Motorcycle Cruiser Magazine February 2003 issue.Sizes 6-12  $  59.95



http://www.adventuremotogear.com/gloves.mgi?mgiToken=1ILMQ03TPB16UD46G

[francesb]

those Vanson gauntlets are really sexy gloves. I have some Rev'it gloves that are a little longer. They're comfortable and look good, but are pretty high end.

[auro]

Hi all

Bringing this post back to life, to see which gloves people like the most nowadays.

Suggestions/links?

Thanks!

[martin99]

Poignant post. Two of the contributors are not with us anymore. Sorry mate, can't help with your enquiry, but it caught my attention.

[eigenvector]

Well, this post just caused me to remember that my own gloves are over 3 years old.  They're worn out.

So I just bought two pairs of riding gloves from Fox Creek Leathers - fall/summer gloves and lined winter gloves.
If they're are good a quality as their jackets - these should last me another 3 years.

[BomberMann650]

A non-motorcycling friend of mine thought I had a pair of Quiddich Keepers gloves.

[riverfever]

I have some Alpinestars gloves with all the carbon but I've hardly worn them (and that's only because I've hardly ridden the bike). I really like the gloves pictured here and would love to know more about them but haven't been able to find any information. Does anyone recognize them? They are not from Prism or the company that makes the leather strap holder in the picture.

[70CB750]

Aerostich has nice selection of leather gloves. Good reviews too.

[kpier883]

I have enjoyed a set of BMW Pro Winter gloves for a while now.  Not the most inexpensive, but they have some nice features including pre-curved fingers, a drawstring for tightening the inner gauntlet to keep air out, and long gauntlets to go over the sleeves.  They don't look "space man" or "mad max".  No metal parts to scratch my paint etc. Only a small BMW button identifies them as BMW on the outside.  Also, you may notice a Velcro strap to help secure them on your hands. 

[J-Rod10]

Bought these from Cycle Gear on sale for $55. I like them quite a lot. Sedici is the brand.