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Alpinestars S-MX6 Gloves: Perfect For New Riders
Everyday we get questions about the best motocross gear for new riders. There’s nothing like flying down the pavement on two wheels, but there is a lot to learn AND a lot to buy. Some people are just getting their feet wet and testing the waters. For them, the best thing to do is hold off on buying any new gear. For others, they already know that they can’t shake the feeling of screaming down the road on a bike. For them, they’re definitely going to have to start investing in their own set of gear. Apart from the bike, there is nothing more important than your road racing gear. One of the most important pieces of gear are road racing gloves. And the best gloves are Alpinestars gloves.
If you’re just starting out choosing a glove can be as overwhelming as choosing your bike. One of the main factors affecting your decision on which motorcycle glove to buy is obviously price, but you don’t want that to be the only factor in your decision. You need to make sure your gloves provide enough protection and ensure your safety. There is nothing more important.
With all that said, some of the best motorcycle racing gloves are the Alpinestars S-MX6 gloves. First off, they’re made by Alpinestars, the most respected company in motorcycle safety gear. Alpinestars offers gloves for every level rider and every taste. The S-MX6 gloves are awesome entry-level gloves that provide base protection and comfort to maximize rider safety on a small budget. The gloves have the following features:
- Padded stretch cordura knuckle guards for flexibility and comfort
- Stretch air mesh on fingers and top panels for ventilation
- Clarino palm with leather reinforcements for maximum grip and fit
- Perforated fingers and vented sidewalls to keep your hands cool and dry
- Reinforced fingertips, thumb and sidewalls to provide sound protection for your entire hand
The S-MX6 gloves may be entry-level, but they certainly don’t look like it. They are available in black, blue, red and silver so you can find a pair to match the rest of your gear. And of course, they’ve also got the microinjected Alpinestars logo so other riders will know that you’re a true road racer and not some noobie poser.
With the S-MX6’s you’ll be good to go in your new life as a road racer and because they’re made with Alpinestars quality, they’ll last you for years to come. If you’ve got a pair of S-MX6’s, contact us and let us know what you think. We might just feature you an Alpinestars gloves reviewer.
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GP Plus Gloves Are the Best Mid-Range Alpinestars Gloves
If you’re shopping for a pair of mid-range street race gloves, then Alpinestars GP Plus gloves should be the first ones on your list. They have all the best features that you come to expect from Alpinestars gloves and they won’t cost you an arm and a leg. Totally redesigned in 2009, the GP Plus’ have the following features:
- Full grain Kangaroo leather palm and upper
- Pittards digital leather for outer hand and palm
- Knit Kevlar in top of glove with abrasion resistant Pittards Armor-Tan leather
- PU injected wrist cuffs that wrap all the way around the wrist for maximum wrist bone protection
- Alpinestars patented 3rd and 4th finger bridge to prevent dreaded “finger roll”
- 3D anatomical design for maximum comfort
- Accordion leather fingers for natural flexibility
- PU injected knuckle protection to efficiently absorb and dissipate impact
- Fully ventilated finger sidewalls and perforated leather top panel to keep your hands dry and cool
As you can see, just because GP Plus’ are considered mid-range, they don’t sacrifice safety or comfort. They’re top notch racing gloves that won’t break your bank. At under $200 you’ll be hard pressed to find another racing glove that offers so much.
Like all Alpinestars gloves, the GP Plus’ are built to fit because of the full grain leather palms. The accordion leather fingers only add to the custom feel. After you’ve used them for a couple weeks these motorcycle racing gloves will really mold to your hand. You’ll feel like you’re practically riding bare-handed.
The GP Plus’ are also perfect for newer riders and they come in mens and womens sizes. They’re available in black/white, blue, red, silver and white. They’re also great to if you’re looking to pick up a second set of gloves. A good friend of mine has his own garage and likes to keep a pair of GP Plus’ there for test rides. And if you’ve got a girl who’s just getting into racing, these are the perfect gloves to start her out.
Even though they are considered mid-range racing gloves, the Alpinestars GP Plus’ are perfect for everyday commuting, no matter if you have a quick ten minute ride across town or if you have 100-mile roundtrip. They will stand up to the wear and tear of even the toughest rider. And because they’re made with Alpinestars quality, they’ll continue to look as good as the day you bought them. Seriously, I can’t say enough good things about the GP Plus’!
As always, if you’ve got a pair of Alpinestars gloves, contact us and we just might add you as a featured reviewer.
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GP Pro’s: Alpinestars Gloves Designed By Nicky Hayden
Like other models of Alpinestars gloves, the GP Pro’s were designed to be the best in the world as the company teamed with world-class riders Nicky Hayden and Carlos Checa. These full grain leather construction roadracing gloves were completely redesigned in 2008 and come in your choice of black, blue, grey or red. They’re built for everyday riding and provide maximum protection. In fact, many riders comment that the GP Pro’s provide as much protection as the GP Tech’s, just at a GP Tech price!
The Alpinestars GP Pro gloves have the following features:
- PU injected wrist panel for excellent protection and impact resistance
- PU injected knuckle and finger protectors
- Alpinestars patented 3rd and 4th finger bridge to prevent dreaded “finger roll”
- Perforated leather panels for additional ventilation
- Knit Kevlar reinforcements on the top of the glove
- Pittards Armor-Tan leather which is highly abrasion resistant
- Pre-curved fingers for maximum comfort and a sure grip
GP Pro’s are world-class roadracing gloves from the leader in roadracing gear and apparel. Alpinestars has been the company that road racers have turned to since their beginnings in 1963 when the company was making motocross boots. Originally based out of Asolo, Italy by company founder Sante Mazzarolo, Alpinestars is now a global company under the direction of Sante’s son, Gabriele Mazzarolo, with offices in Los Angeles and Tokyo. The headquarters, along with research and development labs, remain in Italy.
These gloves are fully crash-tested and keep the rider protected from every angle. There are no loose ends or seams and all of the stitching fits the gloves perfectly. The GP Pro’s provide awesome protection. When a roadracer is wearing GP Pro’s, he knows that Alpinestars got him covered even in the worst situation. But these gloves aren’t just about safety, they offer supreme comfort and fit as only Alpinestars can. With pre-curved fingers and full grain leather heels, these gloves with mold perfectly to any rider’s hands. Alpinestars GP Pro gloves are available in the following sizes:- Small
- Medium
- Large
- XL
- 2XL
- 3XL
Suggested retail price is $229.95 and can be purchased at many sites online. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on the latest deals on Alpinestars gloves. If you’ve just recently purchased your own pair of GP Pro’s or if you’ve been riding with them for a while now, please contact us and let us know about your experience. You could appear a featured reviewer on motobikegloves.com. We’re always looking for new reviews and the best ones come from you guys – the riders who rock Alpinestars gear.