By William Beck HOT! Keep hands warm and well-protected from wind Easy to pull hands from mitts Permit thinner gloves and easier access to pockets, etc. Simple installation and removal NOT! Hands must be on brake hoods for easy access to levers Difficult to store in a small seat bag or jersey pockets (but no harder…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! sleek design forgood dexterity warm to 18F (-8C) effective gripper dots tall cuffs keep cold air out NOT! poor water resistance www.craft-usa.com Price: $50 (small); $75 Source: website, bike shops Made in: China Material: 2.2-oz. Taslan nylon Sizes: S-XL Color: black with red piping and reflective silver dots Features: micro fleece nose wiper; neoprene wrist with…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! form fitting & flexible grippy palms with gel padding tall cuffs with snug closure wiping material on thumbs lightweight machine washable NOT! no insulation limited temperature range questionable durability of materials and gel www.pearlizumi.com Price: $40 Source: website, bike shops Size: S-XL Color: black Made in: China Material: palm is…
By Ed Pavelka HOT! warm hands throughout the 30s (0-4C) tall cuffs have elastic & straps to prevent air leaks lightweight, flexible, not bulky soft inner fleece wicks moisture NOT! not waterproof despite company claim cuff straps could be easier to use inconsistent warmth at 25 degrees (-4C) and below www.pearlizumi.com Price: $70 Source: website,…
By Joshua Cohen HOT! low bulk finger dexterity windproof & waterproof comfortable wool liner long cuffs seal out cold NOT! no insulation against freezing temps can become damp inside no palm padding sizing runs small www.sealskinz.com Price: $35-$50 Source: website, camping/boating stores, catalogs Color: black Materials: inner: Merino wool, laminated Porelle P540 membrane; outer: acrylic/Elastane,…
