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Men's Road Cycling Gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about PEARL iZUMi products.
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Fingerless gloves maximize airflow and bar feel for warm, fast road rides, while full-finger gloves add coverage from sun, wind, road grit, and cold without much weight penalty. Pick fingerless for summer and full-finger for cooler or longer rides; many riders keep both and choose by temperature.
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Numbness usually comes from sustained pressure on the ulnar nerve in your palm. Our 1:1® Control Gel padding is placed to spread load away from that nerve rather than simply adding thickness, which is why it helps more than a thicker generic pad. Combine padded gloves with relaxed elbows, a varied hand position, and well-set bar tape for the biggest improvement.
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It's our glove palm padding, using gel zones mapped to where pressure actually builds rather than spread evenly across the hand. The aim is to relieve the ulnar nerve while keeping the direct bar feel you need for braking and shifting, so you get comfort without losing control.
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Lobster gloves group your fingers two-and-two so they share warmth like a mitten while keeping enough dexterity to brake and shift. They're built for the coldest, wettest winter rides, where full mittens would be too clumsy and standard gloves not warm enough. Ours sit in the AmFIB® range.
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For cold rides, choose insulated and wind-blocking gloves, stepping up to a waterproof or lobster style when it's wet or below freezing. Seal the whole system with a windproof jacket and tights, since your core has to stay warm enough to keep blood flowing to your hands. The Winter Glove Guide goes deeper.
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Cycling gloves should fit snugly through the fingers and palm without bunching, since extra fabric causes pressure points and hot spots. The cuff should close securely and sit comfortably with a long-sleeve jersey. If you're between sizes, our Size & Fit Guide will help.
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Close the cuff fasteners so they don't snag, wash cold on a gentle cycle, and skip fabric softener to protect the padding and grip. Air-dry away from direct heat to preserve the stretch, gel inserts, and any water-repellent finish.