Gloves

[RudoJ]

I bought myself a pair of "crank it" full fingered gloves from Solomons a few weeks ago. For R120-00 its a bargain and very comfy as well.

[BBN]

Endura MT500..............the best!!!!!!

[Clinton1]

amazing how the MTBers portrait themselves as friendly, but how tough they are on those who do not follow the norm.. full fingered gloves, tights, leg hair, barends on risers and you are an outcast....

 

Something does not compute in the MTB world. The self-professed die-hard MTBers sure seem hell-bent on conforming... Why?

 

It is strange, and annoying.

 

It always seems to me that some folk have spent a fortune on all their goodies and gadgets so they feel obligated to insist everyone else spends a fortune too. I see it when someone asks about getting into mountain biking. Virtually every time they are advised that they'll need to spend a large portion of their budget on fancy helmets, cleats, shoes, full cycling kit blah blah blah. What the hell happened to just getting a bike, a cheap helmet, putting on takkies and shorts, hopping on, riding and enjoying it? Hell, if the bug bites then it is easy to get that fancy helmet, change to clipless pedals, buy yourself expensive shoes, upgrade that fork, buy the "latest and greatest" gloves and bib shorts.

 

Far too much peer pressure wafting around the MTB world...

[Sepia]

It is strange, and annoying.

 

It always seems to me that some folk have spent a fortune on all their goodies and gadgets so they feel obligated to insist everyone else spends a fortune too. I see it when someone asks about getting into mountain biking. Virtually every time they are advised that they'll need to spend a large portion of their budget on fancy helmets, cleats, shoes, full cycling kit blah blah blah. What the hell happened to just getting a bike, a cheap helmet, putting on takkies and shorts, hopping on, riding and enjoying it? Hell, if the bug bites then it is easy to get that fancy helmet, change to clipless pedals, buy yourself expensive shoes, upgrade that fork, buy the "latest and greatest" gloves and bib shorts.

 

Far too much peer pressure wafting around the MTB world...

Could not agree more. Well said!

[Weight Weenie]

Had 2 pairs of spez ridge gloves, excellent glove but kept tearing on the left thumb.

Using another Spez model now, will see if it lasts

[Goblin]

Been using Raji's for the last 3 years, they rock. Sell on CRC for a steal. currently less than 150 a pair.

[King_Crispy]

Used to swear by Alpine Stars, but they don't hold up long enough. Only last a few months and then go holy.

Now I buy about 8 pairs of gloves on closeout at www.mxsouth.com.or www.btosports.com Cheapest way of doing it.

[Danger Dassie]

Fox Reflex still my favourite.

[The Ghost]

It is strange, and annoying.

 

It always seems to me that some folk have spent a fortune on all their goodies and gadgets so they feel obligated to insist everyone else spends a fortune too. I see it when someone asks about getting into mountain biking. Virtually every time they are advised that they'll need to spend a large portion of their budget on fancy helmets, cleats, shoes, full cycling kit blah blah blah. What the hell happened to just getting a bike, a cheap helmet, putting on takkies and shorts, hopping on, riding and enjoying it? Hell, if the bug bites then it is easy to get that fancy helmet, change to clipless pedals, buy yourself expensive shoes, upgrade that fork, buy the "latest and greatest" gloves and bib shorts.

 

Far too much peer pressure wafting around the MTB world...

 

I have to disagree here to some extent. In my life I have competed in many different sports, had many different hobbies and experiences; some lasted a while while others were just a passing fad. A few years ago I started to look back at the things I had done, and came to the realisation that the quality of the equipment and gear etc that I bought for the activities has played a huge roll in how much I enjoyed that experience.

 

Now as a rule if I decide to do something I give it the best opportunity by actually buying items that are usually of at least "pro-sumer" level, if I cant make the money available for it then I deem it something that is not important enough for me to sacrifice for, or simply not an option.

If it doesn't work out, then yes Ive lost more money but I know that I gave it and myself the best possible chance to enjoy it.

[deanbean]

Fox Reflex still my favourite.

+1

[Captain Fastbastard Mayhem]

Still trying to hang on to my Fox Unabombers (2008 model with 2 knuckle hardshell coverage)

 

They're now my 2nd choice pair for when my new Alpinestars are needing a bit of air...

 

Also have a pair of No Fear gloves waiting in the cupboard. Bought both pairs (Alpinestars & No Fear) from CRC on one of their specials.

 

And full finger all the way. I like my hands the way they are, thanks..

[Shebeen]

Half finger gloves are for homeless people and paedophiles!

 

I usually go buy the cheapest/bargain bin Thor gloves at the MX shop (usually around R200)... it's pointless buying fancy ones because they're my spade wielding gloves too

 

So far I've had these

 

http://www.atvurge.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/thor-phase-gloves.jpg

 

http://www.motorcyclehelmetsandjackets.com/mc_images/option/Thor-MotocrossGloves-spectrum-orange04.jpg

 

http://25.media.tumblr.com/hFyOqB1mN3m42sqm6jI9Ut8q_400.jpg

(these being my favourites, and only set me back R150... but alas, they are no more)

I took similar advice about four years ago and am still on the same pair of 'fly' gloves.bargain!

[Andro]

I have to disagree here to some extent. In my life I have competed in many different sports, had many different hobbies and experiences; some lasted a while while others were just a passing fad. A few years ago I started to look back at the things I had done, and came to the realisation that the quality of the equipment and gear etc that I bought for the activities has played a huge roll in how much I enjoyed that experience. Now as a rule if I decide to do something I give it the best opportunity by actually buying items that are usually of at least "pro-sumer" level, if I cant make the money available for it then I deem it something that is not important enough for me to sacrifice for, or simply not an option. If it doesn't work out, then yes Ive lost more money but I know that I gave it and myself the best possible chance to enjoy it.

 

+1

 

I dont skim on a helmet and gloves. When you fall, you will know it was worth buying the more expensive helmet than the P&P one.

[Clinton1]

+1

 

I dont skim on a helmet and gloves. When you fall, you will know it was worth buying the more expensive helmet than the P&P one.

 

I refrained from responding to his initial comments but seeing as though you +1'ed it I'll take the bait. My understanding is that a more expensive helmet usually means a lighter one, not safer one.

 

http://www.bhsi.org/testbycost.htm

[The Ghost]

My comment was a general one, and not exclusively about helmets, I also never said that more expensive was safer, I spoke about enjoyment - if lighter or better vented means more enjoyment then great.