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Prologo Enduro gloves

Prologo Enduro gloves

These gloves are very pricey, but something happened – or rather didn’t happen – when I rode them: hand numbness. I’ve always had it – 10 minutes into sustained climbing and the tingling starts.

But after an hour of continuous climbing in these gloves, there was no numbness. I hold the CPC technology on the palms responsible. It’s basically a collection of tiny hollow rubber tubes that squish when compacted–it’s the same material used in Formula One racing seats for traction and vibration damping. These pads are thinner and less obtrusive than conventional foam, but offer superior damping and bar feel. Plus, the tiny nubs are supposed to massage the hand, increasing blood flow. It seemed a bit far-fetched at first, but it worked for me. Prologo is best known for its road saddles, but the Enduro gloves convinced me that these Italians know what’s up. The fit is true to size and tailored impeccably for my hands. The fingers are the perfect length and there’s no bunching in the palms. Construction is solid as well, with tidy seams. A thin mesh would ventilate better, but I prefer the protection and durability of more rugged materials.

PRICE 120$

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