Gloves for warm endurance gravel

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robeambro
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by robeambro

Hi all,

I have a few long gravel rides planned (including two "races" over 200k. Last year my hands got too warm so I rode without gloves and I got very uncomfortably bruised (mostly, broken skin) by the end. I also don't like riding with bare hands to keep them protected in the event of a fall.

As a note, I don't fully like mitts as they tend to roll down and constrict blood flow to my fingertips - but maybe I tried poor ones.

Is there a good glove that

- is possibly full-finger, otherwise really good quality mitts that stay up.

- could be used in 15/20/25c (so, extremely breathable)

- if it could be slightly padded that could be a plus, but not at the expense of breathability

- if it could possibly look good in an otherwise "aero road" outfit, then all the better. Frankly if there's a discreet looking aero glove that could do the job, I wouldn't mind.

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by voicycle

Sounds almost like MTB gloves might be the trick. Often very mesh-backed. I’m sure there are some that look alright!

I think the Rapha Explore gloves might also be a bit like this? I have the brevet ones which I like but suspect would be too hot for you based on your description, but the explore ones look more air-permeable.


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garbageman
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by garbageman

Look at Specialized SL Pro Long Finger - lightweight, breathable mesh back with a thin, perforated Clarino palm. No padding.

robeambro
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by robeambro

Thanks both, appreciated. If there's more suggestions keep them coming.

ComeKnowMeAsGC
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by ComeKnowMeAsGC

Likely not the branding you're after but Fox Flexair Ascents and Handup Vented summer gloves are popular on the XC trails in the desert.

MAP1
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by MAP1

I quite like my Gore C5 Trail gloves, minimalistic padding, mesh uppers and nice and grippy suede palms. I used them last year in Tuscany in 30c+ weather without any problems. The temperature range you describe should fit them nicely.

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by ms6073

Maybe not a popular suggestion, but check on Amazon as you would be surprised how many highly rated, low price, non-name brand options are available for all cycling disicplines. If name brand is the only option, then Giro's mountain bike gloves are always a good option.
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by Achase6002

I love my spatz gloves. And with the flip out windshield can b used in alot if Temps

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by cerro

garbageman wrote:
Mon Mar 13, 2023 2:42 am
Look at Specialized SL Pro Long Finger - lightweight, breathable mesh back with a thin, perforated Clarino palm. No padding.
Agree, or POC Savant. Both really nice warm summer days

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