Summer mitts

We don four pairs of fingerless gloves to see how they cope with long and hot summer rides

- Robin Wilmott

01 Endura Xtract Lite

£26.99 Sizes XS-XXL Colours Black, Hi-Viz Blue, Red, Kingfisher, Sunrise

THE BACK OF the hand is covered in a stretchy, closed-mesh panel, with an even stretchier Lycra band across the strapless wrist, which helps when pulling these on. Most of the thumb is backed with a Terry wipe, and finger-pull pockets help removal. The microfibre palm is supple, with two slim, perforated and well-shaped gel pads. Further palm perforations increase cooling, and a silicone Endura script adds grip. Road feel is good, while the subtle gel layer reduces vibration without generating excess heat.

02 Specialized BG Dual-Gel

£30 Sizes S-XXL Colours White, Black, Red, Hyper Green, Dove Grey Fern