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COVERAGE

Short Finger or Full Finger?

Fingerless, short, or full finger?
Short finger Full finger
Best for Road and gravel in the heat Trail riding, brush, and cool mornings
Coverage Palm and back of hand, fingers exposed Full hand including fingertips
Bar feel Maximum, bare fingertips on the levers Very good, slightly muted
Sun protection Back of hand only Full coverage
Trade-off No fingertip protection in a crash Runs warmer on the hottest days

Most of our gloves come in both versions of the same model, so this is not a choice between two different gloves. Pick the model for its padding and fit, then pick the coverage for your terrain.

ROAD GLOVES

FOR LONG DAYS FILLED WITH LONG RIDES

When you're racking up miles on long, hot asphalt roads, staying cool and comfortable are absolutely essential. Our road gloves are designed to keep your hands feeling good no matter the distance.

GRAVEL GLOVES

READY TO HANDLE WHATEVER SUMMER THROWS AT YOU

Whether pushing boundaries, discovering new routes, or embracing the unpredictability of the journey, our gravel gloves are made to take on any terrain.

MOUNTAIN BIKE GLOVES

WHEN THE TEMPS AND STAKES ARE HIGH

There's no need to sacrifice dexterity and comfort to keep your hands cool and dry out on the trail. Our MTB gloves are made to maximize support and control while minimizing the heat.

Summer Cycling Gloves FAQs

Do I really need gloves in summer?

Yes, and for reasons that have nothing to do with warmth. Gloves absorb road buzz that causes hand numbness, give you grip when your palms are sweating, protect your hands in a crash, and cover the back of your hand from sun on long days.

Short finger or full finger gloves?

Short finger suits road and gravel riding in the heat, where bar feel and airflow matter most. Full finger suits trail riding, where brush and crash protection outweigh a few degrees of warmth, and cool mornings on any bike. Most of our models come in both, so you can keep the padding and fit you like and just change the coverage.

How should cycling gloves fit?

Snug with no bunching in the palm, which is what causes hot spots and blisters. You should be able to make a fist without the fabric pulling tight across your knuckles. If there is loose material where your palm meets the bar, size down.

How much padding do I need?

Less than most riders assume. Padding absorbs vibration, but too much reduces bar feel and can press on the nerve it is meant to protect. Start with light padding and only move up if you get numbness on rides longer than two hours.

Why do my hands go numb on long rides?

Usually pressure on the ulnar nerve where your palm meets the bar. Padding placed over that zone helps, but so does changing hand position regularly, relaxing your grip, and checking that your bar height is not putting too much weight through your hands.

Are cycling gloves touchscreen compatible?

Most of ours are, with conductive material on the thumb and index finger, so you can use a phone or head unit without taking them off. Check the product page if that matters to you.

How do I wash cycling gloves?

Cold wash on a gentle cycle, then air dry away from direct heat. Skip fabric softener, which coats the palm material and reduces grip. Wash them regularly, since salt from sweat degrades padding and gripper prints over time.

KEEP YOUR HANDS IN THE RIDE.

Grip, comfort, and control when it counts.

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