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.

• 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.

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.

Together, Alpinestars and their MotoGP racers, developed the GP Tech gloves. These gloves were designed for maximum performance while providing riders the best safety features available. Starting with a kangaroo leather palm the gloves have PU injected wrist panels and knuckle and finger sliders. These features allow riders to have maximum control, while allowing them to push them limits and feel safe the entire time. For added protection, the GP Tech gloves have Kevlar reinforcements throughout. Dual wrist closures help to ensure that you’ll walk away from even the nastiest spill.

But the Alpinestars GP Tech gloves aren’t just about safety, they’re about comfort too. Because of their 3D anatomical design, the GP Tech’s are perfectly fit to size. In fact, many riders feel like they’re almost riding bare handed. They’ve also got excellent ventilation for the hottest summer days without sacrificing the warmth needed for cold days. One recommendation many riders have is to give these gloves a bit of time to break, usually about a week or two. They may feel a bit stiff at first, but that’s only because of the leather palms. Once you’ve worn them a handful of times you’ll feel as though they are your second skin.

Another reason these Alpinestars riding gloves are such a hit is because they came in a variety of the hottest colors to match anything you’ve got on your bike. You can find GP Tech’s to match any set of gear you’ve got.

Alpinestar motorcycle gloves have always been the best on the market, but if you want to take your gear to the next level, GP Tech gloves are the only way to go. Don’t believe us? Get a pair of your own and find out for yourself. If you do happen to pick up your own pair, be sure to contact us and let us know what you think. If you want, we’ll be happy to make you a featured reviewer of Alpinestars gloves.

Last night, on a clear New Year’s Eve in Long Beach, CA motocross and X-Games legend Travis Pastrana broke the car-jumping world record by over 100 feet. Driving his 450 HP Subaru WRX STI rally car, Pastrana literally flew over 200 feet of water setting the world record with an official measurement of 269 feet. And of course, the superstar set the mark wearing his favorite Alpinestars gloves.

The jump went off without a hitch. Travis had been training for the stunt for months in the deserts of California. Pastrana nailed the jump with a perfect landing after only having one practice speed run. Originally the plan was for him to drive down the runway twice to get a feel for the car and to properly plan the jump. But after his first practice run Pastrana said he was ready – tires were sticky, brakes were warm and his favorite Alpinestars were strapped on. He flew down the runway at over 90 mph and launched his Subaru in front of several thousand cheering fans.

Pastrana has been an action sports hero ever since he burst onto the motocross scene at the 1999 X-Games, when at the age of 15 he jumped his motorcycle into the San Francisco Bay to celebrate his gold medal. Since then, he’s won competitions and X-Games medals in motocross, supercross, freestyle motocross and rally racing. During all those competitions Pastrana was rocking Alpinestars gloves.

While he’s been known for his motocross accomplishments, Pastrana has actually been a major player on the the rally scene since 2006 when he formed a partnership with Subaru. Even though he made a move into rally racing, Travis never left his moto bike love behind and this was made most obvious in his choice of racing gloves – he stuck with his favorite Alpinestars motorcycle gloves.

If last night’s jump was any indication, Travis Pastrana is going to make the most of 2010.  Happy New Year everyone! And remember, whether your riding or driving, make sure your gloves are Alpinestar gloves.