Overview
Cycling gloves have gel or foam padding in the palm to absorb road vibration and prevent hand numbness on long rides. They improve grip on the handlebars and protect palms in case of a fall.
Materials
- ✓Synthetic leather palm
- ✓Gel or foam padding
- ✓Mesh or lycra back
- ✓Terry cloth thumb (for wiping sweat)
Key Features
- ✓Gel or foam palm padding
- ✓Silicone grip print
- ✓Terry thumb for sweat
- ✓Touchscreen-compatible (most)
- ✓Available as full-finger or fingerless
✓ Pros
- +Reduces hand numbness on long rides
- +Improves bar grip
- +Protects palms in falls
- +Wicks sweat
✗ Cons
- −Not for cold weather (use winter cycling gloves)
- −Padding compresses over time
- −Full-finger versions can be hot in summer
Who Uses Cycling?
Road cyclistsMountain bikersCommutersGravel riders