Long cycling gloves for woman

Women’s long gloves, all-round protection

Protection is the watchword shared by all women’s cycling gloves. Designed like a second skin for female cyclists, women’s long gloves create a barrier against the elements and impacts. Held securely in place by an elasticated cuff or strap closure, they always feature reflective inserts for added safety. Grip, comfort, and traction: these are the three requirements that make gloves a valuable accessory. Even better when made with waterproof and breathable materials. Last but not least, thanks to the special treatment applied to the fingertips, they are touchscreen compatible with smartphone displays.

Solutions tailored for cold weather

Discipline and weather conditions have a major impact on the choice of women’s cycling gloves. When winter starts to bite, internal insulation takes center stage. The Castelli Perfetto RoS W, for example, are fleece-lined to keep hands warm even below freezing. On the outside, they feature a GORE-TEX membrane that keeps the wind out. The Specialized Softshell Thermal also responds effectively to the harshest temperatures, ensuring a high-level grip on the handlebars. In both cases, these are women’s winter gloves that perform well on asphalt and gravel, delivering great results in BDC, gravel and trekking. They also save the day in urban settings. The story is different when riding off-road. In addition to the cold, there is also the potential risk of falls and impacts with brambles and branches, which is why gloves need to be more durable. The Sportful Ws Essential 2, for example, are reinforced at the thumb and handle repeated stress with generous palm padding.

Models for the warm season

With the arrival of summer, cycling gloves take on a new form. Short fingerless models come back into their own to keep you comfortable while riding on the road. For cooler mornings, however, nothing stops you from wearing an intermediate model such as the colorful Alé Flowers, perfect for the mid-season. The approach is different in MTB, where the women’s summer glove generally remains long to provide that extra level of protection against accidental impacts. Wearing the Endura Strike, for example, keeps your hands protected and allows sweat to evaporate quickly.