Winter cycling gloves from DRAG: Warm, comfortable, and durable
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As a child, everyone has spent hours playing in the snow and noticed that frostbite starts not elsewhere, but from the feet and hands. The same applies to cycling in winter. When the temperatures outside are freezing – your hands will feel it first. Your fingers are positioned on the front line of the bicycle handlebar and suffer from the cold, piercing wind, and moisture. Frostbite can occur quickly and unnoticed, making it difficult to use the brakes and gear shifters on the bike. Good winter gloves are an important part of your gear if you don’t want to miss winter riding. What are the most important factors to watch for when choosing winter gloves?
Material
The material is the first factor that distinguishes winter gloves from long-fingered summer gloves. It is extremely important during the cold and wet months to protect our hands with gloves made of wind- and waterproof material, with a sufficiently thick but comfortable insulating layer that protects against external factors like cold and rain and retains the heat generated by our body. Equally important is that the material the gloves are made of is breathable. Gloves may have excellent wind- and water-resistant qualities and the warmest insulating layer, but if they retain moisture from the inevitable sweating of the hands during prolonged riding, then all the above qualities lose their meaning.
Comfort
Winter gloves are a real challenge for designers. Insulating layers and waterproof fabrics are usually heavy and bulky, but gloves must allow enough finger mobility to use the brakes and change gears. That’s why the shape of the gloves is extremely important, as it must provide the necessary comfort.
Before choosing winter gloves
We already know what qualities to look for in winter gloves, but before making the final choice, we need to consider a few more circumstances. First and foremost, we must take the weather into account. Climatic conditions and temperatures during winter can vary – from snow cover and freezing cold of -15 degrees to wind, rain, and milder temperatures. Another important factor is how warm our hands are. Some people’s hands get cold faster and they need a thicker insulating layer in their gloves, while others with warmer extremities can manage with lighter and thinner material. If your plans include riding during the dark hours of the day, don’t forget to make sure that the gloves feature the important reflective elements.
We present to you the winter collection of DRAG – a full range of gloves for different winter conditions, riding styles, and individual tastes.
Two words best describe the Drag Shield winter gloves - warm and comfortable. The windproof and waterproof outer shell and maximum insulation are suitable for extreme cold and guarantee that your hands will not feel the freezing temperatures. The "Lobster" design helps your fingers stay warm while still providing enough mobility without hindering brake use and gear shifting!
When the temperatures outside are freezing, winter gloves provide your salvation if you want to get on your bike! Their innovative design groups three of your fingers together for even better heat exchange and leaves your index finger free so you can easily use the brakes and bike controls. The reflective elements on the Drag Altitude 3.1 gloves ensure you will be noticed if you travel during the later hours.
If you can't decide between lobster-style gloves and gloves with separate fingers, we present Drag Combo Cover – the best of both worlds. Warm and windproof, they are suitable for both moderately cold weather and colder temperatures when you can pull out the cover for extra protection and "transform" the gloves on the go. Drag Combo Cover gloves are ideal if you ride through suddenly changing terrain or weather conditions. The cover folds and stores as easily as it is removed. This established Drag glove model is suitable not only for cycling but also for everyday use in the city. Reflective elements make the gloves suitable for other sports activities such as jogging, and why not mountain hiking as well.
Winter in Bulgaria often brings subzero temperatures and adverse weather conditions. No problem! The new Drag Warm Ride are here – gloves made from windproof and waterproof material with a soft, heat-retaining lining, designed to withstand even the most extreme winter riding. The silicone zones on the fingers provide better grip, and the palm panels with gel padding offer additional comfort.
Drag Road Tour are winter gloves designed for your comfort. They are intended for moderately cold weather and are made from lightweight, waterproof, and breathable material. The presence of multiple reflective elements on the back of the glove and reflective fabric between the fingers make these gloves ideal for cycling or urban riding during the dark hours of the day.
Have you heard the expression "Fits like a glove"? Well, the glove is Drag Warm Skin and it really feels like a second skin. Drag Warm Skin gloves are made from ultra-light, breathable, and insulating material, and the silicone zones on the palm and fingers provide excellent grip. These gloves can be used alone during the transitional season or combined with other outer gloves in extremely cold weather.
