Cortech Riding Gloves: the Pros and Cons of Their Popular Models

Impact zones are reinforced and high-strength thread is used throughout.

Features:

• 0.7 – 0.8mm goat leather construction
• Moisture-wicking polyester tricot lining
• High tenacity 100% polyester thread
• Reinforced palm and thumb overlay
• High-density foam knuckle protector
• Accordion stretch panels across fingers
• Perforation across the top hand, fingers, and thumbs
• Light padding at the heel of the palm
• Hook and loop closure at wrist
• Touchscreen-compatible thumb and index fingers

Perforated goat leather construction lets the air in, keeps the ground out, and gives great feel on the controls. A full suite of track-style protection includes knuckle protectors, palm sliders, and additional leather overlays on the palms and pinkies. Flexible accordion panels and touchscreen-friendly fingers round out the Manix ST V2’s creature comforts.

Features:

• Genuine goat leather backhand and palm construction
• Leather palm and pinky overlays
• Perforated backhand, fingers, and thumb
• Pre-curved fingers for increased comfort
• Silicone-printed, anti-slip throttle guard on the palm
• TPU slider on heel of palm
• Accordion paneling across fingers, thumb and backhand
• TPU knuckle protector
• TPR finger knuckle protectors
• Neoprene cuff
• Hook and loop TPR closure
• Touchscreen-compatible index finger and thumb

Cortech applies the same carbon fiber hard parts and reversed-seam finger assembly. The full leather construction uses localized goat hide at the palm for better communication through the grips. A microfiber palm overlay increases abrasion resistance further. Touchscreen-friendly fingertips and a generous perforation scheme make the Apex ST Gloves ready for summertime rides. Finger, knuckle and palm sliders are genuine carbon fiber. Silicone grips at the index, middle finger, and crook of the hand keep a secure grip on the gas.

Features:

• Goat leather backhand and palm construction
• Fully perforated backhand, fingers, and thumb
• Pre-curved fingers for increased comfort
• Reversed seam finger construction
• Carbon fiber knuckle, heel slider, and finger protectors
• Leather palm, thumb, and fourth finger overlay
• Microfiber palm overlay
• Accordion stretch paneling across fingers and thumb
• Hook and loop cuff closure
• Touchscreen-compatible index finger and thumb

Digital leather overlays at the index, middle finger and crook of palm ensure a tight grip regardless of the pace.  Knox supplies the Scaphoid Protection System, which is designed to reduce impact and abrasion injuries. Superfabric inserts along the finger backs, thumb and sides of hand provide a flexible armor solution with ultra-high resistance to heat and abrasion. When the throttle twists and the blood starts pumping, Coolmax insulation and dual hook and loop closures keep the Adrenaline GP Gloves securely in place.

Features:

• Drum-dyed full cowhide construction
• Goat leather palm
• DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber stitching for increased protection and strength
• CE-approved KNOX® SPS (Scaphoid Protection System) on palm
• Pre-curved fingers for increased comfort
• Vented TPR knuckle protector
• Reversed seam finger construction
• Superfabric® on thumb, fingers, side of palm and gauntlet
• Digital leather overlays on palm, middle and index fingers for added grip
• Additional leather overlays on palm and fourth finger
• 360-degree dual gauntlet hook and loop closure
• Coolmax® insulation to reduce hea

Reinforcement of Clarino leatherette over the palm, again, adds protection and durability where it counts most. Hard TPU finger and knuckle protection are carry-overs from the track. Silicone grips at the index, middle finger and crook of hand maintain good communication between rider and throttle. Touchscreen-friendly fingertips keep you in communication with your smart devices. Perforation covers the entire back of the Chicane ST Gloves, from the fingertips to the hook and loop wrist closure.

Features:

• Goat leather panels on palm and back of hand
• Clarino palm and fourth finger overlays
• Perforated backhand, gauntlet, fingers and thumb
• Foam impact layer on heel of palm
• Pre-curved fingers
• Silicone-printed, anti-slip throttle guard on the palm
• Accordion paneling across fingers, thumb, and backhand
• TPU knuckle and finger protectors
• Hook and loop wrist closure
• Touchscreen compatible index finger and thumb

These gloves’ perforated goat leather construction, short cuff, and single hook-and-loop wrist strap make them an ideal choice for sporty summer rides. The Revo Sport ST gets all the same features that grace the gauntlet version, like the accordion stretch panels, carbon fiber protectors, and extra leather overlays where they’re most needed. Touchscreen-compatible fingers give you ready access to your devices while you’re gloved up.

Features:

• Genuine goat leather backhand and palm construction
• Fully perforated backhand, fingers and thumbs
• Pre-curved fingers for increased comfort
• Reversed seam fingers construction
• Carbon fiber knuckle, heel slider, and finger protectors
• Leather palm, thumb, and pinky overlay
• Microfiber palm overlay
• Accordion paneling across top hand, fingers and thumb
• Hook and loop wrist strap and cuff closure
• Touchscreen compatible index finger and thumb

Critical areas at the side of the palm receive additional goat leather and impact padding. Air flowing textiles and perforation abound – with the hard TPR finger sliders even receiving vent holes. Touchscreen friendly index finger and thumb communicate easily with smart devices. When it comes to fit, comfort is an easy box to check with neoprene at the back of hand and a combination of Lycra and spandex used along the fingers.

Features:

• Clarino palm with genuine goat leather palm overlays
• Neoprene and air mesh back of hand
• Air mesh along all fingers
• Vented TPR protectors on fingers
• Four-way stretch spandex on pointer, middle finger and thumb
• Stretch Lycra fourchettes
• Perforation on palm side of fingers
• Accordion stretch panels across fingers and thumbs
• Tricot polyester lining
• Hook and loop closure
• Touchscreen compatible index finger and thumb