Winter gloves

Adam80UK · Traffic Copper Joined: 08 Sep 2006 Karma :

RiDE liked the Alpinestars Jet Road and it looks appealing with some decent protection. Infinity has been out of stock for some time, haven't searched around as I get a discount. However they recommend the Racers Pluvio gloves. They do seem very warm, ok protection, sadly not black Sad

Anyone here got the Jet Roads? If so should I hold out for them, are they the shiz-nit?
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lilactime · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Karma :

best winter gloves . hein gerick two finger mitt .
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kawakid · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Karma :

I'm have Jet Roads and I can confirm they are waterproof and fairly warm.

They are a good glove. I'm still commuting in these conditions and the y are good . A bit thick , I do prefer my autumn gloves for feel.

I've got heated grips, so I can comment totally on the warmth.
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Dazbo666 · World Chat Champion Joined: 06 Jun 2004 Karma :

RS Trojan Sports for the winter... if you can find 'em

They were Ride recommended last winter, came 2nd in a big review IIRC, and beat loads of much more expensive brands.

They're quite thick, so they take a little getting used to, but I've found them VERY warm whenever I've felt the need... but still haven't had the opportunity to test if they're 100% waterproof.
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dainesefreak · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Apr 2003 Karma :

One thing I would mention is that I've crashed in a pair of Spidi part fabric, part leather winter gloves. My hands came out ok but the left glove had worn through where it was Cordura. The leather was fine but the fabric obviously couldn't cope with the same sort of abrasion. Just something I'd thought I'd mention as quite a few manufacturers seem to spec the protection of their winter gloves on a different level to their summer gloves.

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dainesefreak · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Apr 2003 Karma :

They did but I should have made it clear that it was an impact where I would have expected minimal damage in the first place, so the important thing is they wouldn't have if I'd have been traveling up to the speed limit of the road. Look at most summer gloves, all leather, look at winter gloves and you'll find a proliferation of cordura/material. I now buy winter gloves that look like summer gloves on steroids. Thumbs Up

magpiemale · Traffic Copper Joined: 04 Feb 2006 Karma :

drumwrecker · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 18 Oct 2006 Karma :

Bar Muffs?
A must for winter riding.
Don't be embarrased
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The Tot · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Karma :

I used my alpinestars SP2 with a cold killers inner for winter and did me just fine. i might just invest in bar muffs for next winter though.
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KTM Gordo · Brolly Dolly Joined: 19 Sep 2006 Karma :

The trouble with bar muffs is that you look like a dispatch rider - especially if you have a top-box and/or panniers...

Although I might get a pair and see how effective they are Smile

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Handsome · World Chat Champion Joined: 30 Dec 2005 Karma :

Summer Alpinestar SMX Gloves with a Two Quid pair of Stretch Gloves inside.....Can't stand winter gloves...
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drumwrecker · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 18 Oct 2006 Karma :

My mate has had a KTM 950 Adventure from new and his bar myffs are a badinton raquet cover split into two looks very prettu white mauve and green and I think there is apink in there somewhere. Mine are a couple of wax cotton hoods from poachers coates and they work. I don't care what it looks like as long as it works to keep me warm The heated grips make the muffs like little ovens. I know it wasn't cold today but we have just done about 180 miles in total comfort. I also have a top box and I can say it is a very convenient thing to have, much better than a tank bag that always has to go with me which is a pain.
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NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

I got the Goretex Jet Roads, they keep my hands really warm and dry, got a wrist fastener aswell as cuff fastener and knuckle protection.

A great glove in my book.
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colin1 · Captain Safety Joined: 17 Feb 2005 Karma :

main thing is keep your core body temp up by more clothes, and your hands wont feel cold
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magpiemale · Traffic Copper Joined: 04 Feb 2006 Karma :

drumwrecker · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 18 Oct 2006 Karma :

Coming back from the 2005 TT riding from Heysham to Hatfield I thought I was wrapped up warm enough. I had my one piece oversuite on over my leathers plus my Belstaff overmitts and heated grips.
I stopped once for petrol and toilet break, and realised I was a lot colder than I thought, all because I had cold feet and it permiated through me. I must have had hypothermia as I was shivering for a good two hours after arriving home. This was June and I only gave thought to keeping dry not warm.
It was so cold because I was following a band of rain and was in its cold air all the time. So iit is very important to keep the extremeties warm and dry. thinking about it afterwards the simple solution was to slow down to reduce the wind chill but I wanted to get home to my bed. Ah well as long as we learn from our mistakes.
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magpiemale · Traffic Copper Joined: 04 Feb 2006 Karma :

I always wrap up warmly I have been riding for nearly 3 years in all weathers but again your hands and feet will still get cold if the kit you have is to thin or not up to scratch.my hein gericke gloves are going back (slight mistake I bought them in oct 04) but the manager says bring them up and he will look at them.As I said the inside became wet and I could feel draught coming in between the fingers on the master 4's I have only worn them like 3 times

Racheldawn · Scooby Slapper Joined: 01 Dec 2006 Karma :

I have no idea if Buffalo is a good make of gloves (or for other gear) but I got a winter pair in the sale a while back. They seem far better made than other gloves I've had / seen others have. Very warm and seem to have a lot of protecion.

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Adam80UK · Traffic Copper Joined: 08 Sep 2006 Karma :

Cheers, will look to buy a pair at the Excel
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