Seeking Glove Advice

[NoLmtz]

All our Northern Spyder brethren... I'm looking for advice on the best winter gloves. While, yes, I live in Texas it does get down into the teens. So, my goal is to ride year round but need a good pair of gloves. In my mind I'm thinking a gauntlet style leather fur lined glove, but not sure if that's the best or what brand.

Please give your thoughts with style and brand!! Thank you!

 

[jScotD]

Rider had an article on 2 in one BMW gloves this month

Here's a forward to adventure rider talking about them and others.

I have used electric gloves connected to my elctric jacket.. but have had problems with the wires going across my knuckles and creating pain after a while and hot spots,, I have 2 pr of the electric/waterproof gloves and am going to take apart one pair to rearrange the wires..

I like them and have used them in temps of 17 degrees in OK..

here is the forward.. hope it helps.. If I was in the market I would consider them..

scott in ky

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=991552

oh sorry.. electric gloves are Gerbing http://gerbing.com/ btw those gloves are over 20 years old.. I am certain they are better now

 

[ARtraveler]

I have a pair of Ski Doo winter gloves. Gauntlet style, flannel lined, and waterproof. Got them from my :spyder2:/Ski Doo dealer.

When it gets to cold for these babies and the heated grips, IMO, its time to park the :ani29:

 

[cuznjohn]

warm ones :yes:

 

[MEP]

The 'you get what you pay for' rule usually applies here, so don't be a cheapskate if you really want warm and dry hands. The gauntlet style is a good idea, but I would look for an appropriate amount of Thinsulate and then add a pair of thin glove liners for a layered effect. Choose good, quality leather or waterproof textile if getting wet is an issue. You may also be able to drop in a pair of those small, chemical disposable hand warmers as long as you're able to manage all of the controls safely.

 

[JBonamassa Fan]

During my 42 years of riding and logging 300K plus miles on various motorcycles I highly recommend quality heated gear.
I have used both Gerbing and First Gear with both being quality products. You can start with the gloves and add a vest or coat and pants. Most BMW riders including have used Gerbing for many years.:doorag:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

AN OUT OF THE BOX OPTION

With these you can wear normal clothes and be very comfortable.........Visit ...DENNISKIRK.COM......Look at the snowmobile catalog.....and look at something called " HIPPO-HANDS", .......THEY were designed for sno-mobile use in very cold wet weather.......I have used them and loved them.....They are waterproof , so they will keep non-waterproof cloves dry...........................take a look it won't hurt a bit :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:.............Mike :thumbup:

 

[OJ UK]

OK so it doesn't get quite as cold in the UK as some of the US.
I used to ride my Norton Atlas to work with an open face helmet (early 70s)
and when I arrived at work my beard had frozen and I could just break it off
much to the disgust of some of my female colleagues!

It's the wind chill that gets you frozen most of the time and if you can reduce
that then good but nevertheless modest gloves are all that you'll require.
If I was doing the same trip now I would fit Acerbis Handguards.
They reduce the wind chill to almost zero they also keep your gloves dry in wet
weather/road spray as long as you're on the move.

Back in the 70s I fashioned my own out of 1 gallon plastic bottles
held to the handlebars with hose clips!
They seem to have come along way since then!
Here's picture of a very respectable pair on a Street Triple:
:clickpic:

 

[ABQSpyder]

Gloves

Another vote for Hippo Hands.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r4/hippo-hands/

with these you don't have to buy bulky gloves and start wiring all kinds of electrical! :yes:

 

[jaherbst]

Turn on your heated grips, snowmobile gloves or hippo boots.

Jack

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

WELL.WELL.WELL

Turn on your heated grips, snowmobile gloves or hippo boots.

Jack

:lecturef_smilie:.....Jack if you can drive your Spyder wearing " HIPPO BOOTS " , we want PICS :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:.................................Mike :thumbup:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I have snowmobile gloves from Head that are available at Costco for under $20. Super warm, waterproof and they have long gauntlets.

 

[AbNormy]

Gotta order some Anne we don't get much snow here in Taxless

 

[Brian Kay]

Try Spyder brand...

Yes, there is a brand of skiing and snow boarding gear located at www.Spyder.com

Try the overweb or crucial gloves... Gauntlet style, warm, pre-curved fit, leather grips, Gore-tex lined, around $100... And can be found at sporting goods stores as well.

I'm going to get myself a pair this weekend, at Dicks Sporting Goods. But I'm going to look at the other brands mentioned above... Since snowmobiling is a similar use. Good luck!

 

[jaherbst]

:lecturef_smilie:.....Jack if you can drive your Spyder wearing " HIPPO BOOTS " , we want PICS :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:.................................Mike :thumbup:

Actually what the Captain means is "hippo hands"?? You know those thingies that go over the hand grips and you put your hands in them. ( or your small poodle maybe)

Just got a visual of wearing hip boots while riding . thats funny.

Jack

 

[Bob Denman]

I don't like wearing riding gear that needs to be plugged in; all of those cords are just gonna get in my way at the WORST possible time... :shocked:
Go to www.DennisKirk.com and shop for snowmobile gloves; you won't be disappointed! :thumbup:

(Mike... I'm agreeing with you on this one! )

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

HIPPO HANDS

I don't like wearing riding gear that needs to be plugged in; all of those cords are just gonna get in my way at the WORST possible time... :shocked:
Go to www.DennisKirk.com and shop for snowmobile gloves; you won't be disappointed! :thumbup:

(Mike... I'm agreeing with you on this one! )

...:lecturef_smilie:..Bob I actually recommended the Hippo Hands ...........I found these Part #'s for Dennis Kirk ...Not the same Brand but the same item that does the same thing >>>>># 391777,,,,# 39332,,,,,or # 599998....................Mike :thumbup:

 

[BajaRon]

For long rides in mid 30's or higher a good set of well made cold weather gloves will do just fine.

For short rides in very cold weather (20's or below) you can still go with a good set of gloves.

For longer rides (over 40 minutes) in temps below the mid 30's you really need electric to stay comfortable.

 

[Bob Denman]

Ron,
I'll respectfully disagree with you...
If you're wearing snowmobiling gloves ( Or mitts), you'll be good to go, to below zero! :shocked:
No electricity required! hyea:

 

[BajaRon]

Ron,
I'll respectfully disagree with you...
If you're wearing snowmobiling gloves ( Or mitts), you'll be good to go, to below zero! :shocked:
No electricity required! hyea:

All day at 70 mph?