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I currently own a pair of KLIM Induction gloves that I’ve beat the hell out of, so I was excited to try the KLIM Badlands Aero Pro gloves. They’re feature-rich, have excellent build quality, are great in hot weather, and are truly comfortable—all you’d expect from a premium brand like KLIM.
Features: Carbon fiber/polycarbonate knuckle guard, ceramic print overlay on the knuckle and palm pad, 5mm XRD impact protection foam in palm and knuckle pads, and my favorite, touchscreen tips on both index fingers and thumbs that really work. I have three other pairs of higher-end gloves with touchscreen tips, and they don’t work very well. If you are stopping to change music or routes or answer a text, it’s aggravating to remove your gloves.
Comfort: My first ride with these was about five hours long. During that time, I noticed some discomfort around the thumbs. These gloves, unlike my Inductions, have thumb stitching on the inside, which, depending on your grip, could create a pressure point. I thought, “Uh-oh, this is not good.” But wear-in alleviates this completely. More importantly, even with the ample protection they provide, these gloves still allow a good feel for your bike thanks to the supple leather and thoughtful design.
The Aero Pros are made with high-quality leather with generous perforations, including little hood scoops on three fingers to provide superb airflow on hot days. I have not washed them yet, but fully expect the higher-quality leather to stand up to beatings and washings over the coming years. I use baby shampoo and soak them to let soap loosen dirt and oil. Then I rinse them off and squeeze the excess water out. High-quality goat-hide leather easily softens after a wash and drip dry.
I ride touring and ADV, but the extra protection on the wrist, the wipers on the index fingers for your goggles or shield, and the extra armor on the finger knuckles and wrist would also make great gloves for your dual-sport riders.
If you ride for hours at a time, comfort matters. This is why I spend extra on gloves of this caliber. If you have ever been on a long ride and found out the hard way your armor or seams form pressure points, this can make for a most unpleasant ride. Your hands are the most important contact points on the bike; discomfort on a long ride is not just annoying; it is a safety factor as well. Get these gloves, you will thank me later.
KLIM.com
MSRP: $159.99
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I currently own a pair of KLIM Induction gloves that I’ve beat the hell out of, so I was excited to try the KLIM Badlands Aero Pro gloves. They’re feature-rich, have excellent build quality, are great in hot weather, and are truly comfortable—all you’d expect from a premium brand like KLIM.
Features: Carbon fiber/polycarbonate knuckle guard, ceramic print overlay on the knuckle and palm pad, 5mm XRD impact protection foam in palm and knuckle pads, and my favorite, touchscreen tips on both index fingers and thumbs that really work. I have three other pairs of higher-end gloves with touchscreen tips, and they don’t work very well. If you are stopping to change music or routes or answer a text, it’s aggravating to remove your gloves.
Comfort: My first ride with these was about five hours long. During that time, I noticed some discomfort around the thumbs. These gloves, unlike my Inductions, have thumb stitching on the inside, which, depending on your grip, could create a pressure point. I thought, “Uh-oh, this is not good.” But wear-in alleviates this completely. More importantly, even with the ample protection they provide, these gloves still allow a good feel for your bike thanks to the supple leather and thoughtful design.
The Aero Pros are made with high-quality leather with generous perforations, including little hood scoops on three fingers to provide superb airflow on hot days. I have not washed them yet, but fully expect the higher-quality leather to stand up to beatings and washings over the coming years. I use baby shampoo and soak them to let soap loosen dirt and oil. Then I rinse them off and squeeze the excess water out. High-quality goat-hide leather easily softens after a wash and drip dry.
I ride touring and ADV, but the extra protection on the wrist, the wipers on the index fingers for your goggles or shield, and the extra armor on the finger knuckles and wrist would also make great gloves for your dual-sport riders.
If you ride for hours at a time, comfort matters. This is why I spend extra on gloves of this caliber. If you have ever been on a long ride and found out the hard way your armor or seams form pressure points, this can make for a most unpleasant ride. Your hands are the most important contact points on the bike; discomfort on a long ride is not just annoying; it is a safety factor as well. Get these gloves, you will thank me later.
KLIM.com
MSRP: $159.99
PROS:
- Advanced comfort for long rides
- High build quality
- Advanced cooling and protection features
- Touchscreen perfection
CONS:
- Premium price
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