Striking the pedals
Nothing dramatic today.....just a simple workout to rev up the system for the rest of the week. Good to see the weather warming up into the 50F's for the remainder of the week. It will make those longer rides out in the wide open plains of Colorado a bit more enjoyable.
Look out! It's time for another product review. Haven't done one in a long time....so I figured it would be a good time to give an update to the Endura Strike Waterproof Gloves.
I picked these up back in late August to fill a gap in my glove inventory. What I needed was a lightweight, warm, thin, and waterproof glove to use on epic mountain rides....such as the Vapor Trail 125. If you go looking for waterproof cycling gloves, your options are really limited....especially warmer waterproof gloves. So, I stumbled across the Strike Waterproof Gloves from Endura...and dropped the coin.These gloves are at home in dry weather when the temp is near the freezing mark. When it's raining out, they excel in the 40F degree temps. Do they keep you hands dry? Yes. I have not submerged my hand in a river with them or anything...but in rainy conditions they work as advertised. Added bonus features include terry cloth above the thumb and the index finger. Good for those folks who have a severe mucus problem. There is also reinforced material on contact points between the glove and bike. As can't forget about the windproof feature.
On the bottom part of the glove, there is padding in all the right places. There is even kung-fu grip in the key areas for a secure feeling on the bar. I have used these on and off the dirt, and they still have yet to show signs of wear and tear. Make sure to take notice of the velcro wrist strap for a customized fit.
And now for the Pros and Cons...
PROS
- Lightweight, waterproof, and warm
- Durable
- Snug, close to skin fit
- Packable in pack or jersey pocket
- Good price (msrp $49.99)
CONS
- Hard to get on and off when hands are sweaty, especially while pedaling the bike
- Gloves offer no sense of touch/feel when digging around in jersey pockets or hydration pack. This is not an issue when shifting or braking.
Jeff Kerkove said at 2:03 PM
