We have tested these five lightweight bike gloves for you:
1 100% Ridefit
Price: 29,90 Euro
Weight: 50 gram
Info: www.ride100percent.com
Slightly heavier and less well ventilated than the rest of the field, the 100% fits sportily and comfortably. The neoprene cuff with Velcro perfectly encloses the wrist, the perforated palm with silicone print has a firm grip on the handlebars. The crook of the thumb is reinforced and the fingers are touchscreen-compatible. The only thing missing from this robust racer is some terrycloth on the thumb to wipe the racing sweat from your forehead.
Fit 5 out of 6 points
Grip feel 5 out of 6 points
2 661 Raji
Price: 29,99 Euro
Weight: 40 gram
Info: www.cosmicsports.de
Airy mesh and a perforated inside keep the hands cool. The index finger and thumb are quite short and wide. The upper material is too flexible and the stubborn palm wrinkles. Despite the Velcro fastening, the 661 does not enclose the wrist sufficiently. It is a little too baggy for a racy glove. Bulging seams in the fingertips and the wide Velcro fastening reduce comfort. The Raji has a rather rough finish.
Fit 3 out of 6 points
Grip feel 2 out of 6 points
3 Bontrager Rhythm
Price: 34,99 Euro
Weight: 42 grammes
Info: www.trekbikes.com
Even without Velcro, the extremely short-cut Rhythm is easy to slip on. All fingers fit perfectly, the supple palm does not crease and the seams on the fingers are barely noticeable. The synthetic leather sits securely on the grip, but lacks silicone prints for a little more braking grip. The upper side is somewhat more robust and therefore less well ventilated. We particularly like the absorbent material on the thumb.
Fit 5 out of 6 points
Grip feel 4 out of 6 points
4 Scott RC Premium ITD
Price: 39,95 Euro
Weight: 26 grammes
Info: www.scot-sports.com
Extremely light, flexible like a ballerina and airy like a summer breeze. Abrasion-resistant material protects the sensitive heel of the hand and ensures improved durability, but can rub a little on the skin over time. The fit is ok, but unfortunately the fingertips sometimes twist. Due to the elasticated materials, the glove slips around the grip on the terrain. There is also a lack of silicone prints on the brake fingers and therefore a lack of grip.
Fit 4 out of 6 points
Grip feel 2 out of 6 points
5 Ziener Curtiz Touch
Price: 35,99 Euro
Weight: 42 grammes
Info:
www.ziener.com
Despite the well-placed Velcro, you have to work your way into the Curtiz a little. But then the top-quality glove fits perfectly. The seams are skilfully placed and barely noticeable. The palm offers plenty of grip and good control on the handlebars. The upper side nevertheless remains pleasantly airy and flexible. The soft wiping thumb and the reinforcement in the crook of the thumb round off the solid features. In short: the Ziener was our favourite.
Fit 6 out of 6 points
Grip feel 5 out of 6 points
You can find this article in BIKE 5/2019. You can read the entire digital edition in the BIKE app (iTunes and Google Play) or the print edition in the DK shop reorder - while stocks last:
Stefan Frey
Editor
