The burly knuckles on these Diabolus gloves feature 2mm-thick padding housed in tough Kevlar, which, although protective, can be a little restrictive if the glove doesn't fit your hand perfectly.The knuckles are held together with Neoprene and there are leather fingers for ease of movement and a classy finish. The thin and minimal synthetic suede palm offers a great bar feel, and its good cut doesn't bunch up.Braking fingers have rubber grip detail and as a massive plus the heel, outside of the hand and the little finger are all Kevlar coated for protection during slams. Finishing the glove is a comfy Neoprene wrist closure and a terry cloth covered thumb.
Great performing and looking gloves
Giro make some of the best helmets in the world and their new glove line looks set to follow in that tradition.The Rivet is a wonderfully lightweight and minimalist glove that's perfect for warding off blisters as you bouncedown the trail.The fixed cuff design makes for a slimmer fit that cross-country racers will love, and the back of the gloves is a fusion of mesh panels and one of the biggest thumb sweat/snot wipe areas we've ever seen.
An instant classic
The Forensic is a super-lightweight full-finger glove with a corded nylon outer. It's slim but with a superbly padded double thickness leather palm.It's breathable yet warm on cooler days, has a terry cotton thumb for wiping duties, and a minimal airprene cuff holds it in place.
One of the best full-finger gloves we've used
Sombrios entry into the XC market is a worthy one. The seamless Chamude leather palm is thin and unpadded, and gives a superbly tactile feel on the grips. The stretch mesh backing is super thin and combines with the vented fingers to result in a light and airy feel, even on the hottest days. A generous sweat and snot wipe is all present and correct, feel on the grips. The stretch mesh backing is super thin and combines with the vented fingers to result in a light and airy feel, even on the hottest days. A generous sweat and snot wipe is all present and correct.
Great ventilation and the best feel on the bars, but minimal protection.