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neil
a All Mountain Rider
from ManchesterDate Reviewed: March 15, 2012
Strengths: Big carbon knuckle thingy
Look goodWeaknesses: Palm material is rubbish, too thin and not durable enoughBottom Line: I actually bought these as I am in the military and wanted something better than the issue gloves for use in Afghan. They cost a lot, but I figured I would be able to use them for downhill riding when I got back.
Sadly things didn't quite work out like that, as after a month or so of light use, the palm material split between the thumb and forefinger on both gloves. The subsequent holes grew to the size of about half of my palm, to the point where they were pretty much useless.
Considering they are designed for downhill use, this is pretty poor. All I did with them is hold a rifle, so I can't see how they would cope with being hammered by your handlebars over rough ground.
Other reviews seem to say the same thing about the palms. I'm really disappointed in Oakley, I would have expected better. For some reason these gloves have gained a good reputation amongst the military, I really can't see how. It's probably just because they look cool and they're in Call of Duty or whatever. I'd say they're completely unsuitable for whatever use Oakley try to market them for.
Favorite Trail: natural
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Similar Products Used: all sorts
Bike Setup: Intense Tracer VP
Santa Cruz VP Free
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pakdoc
a Weekend Warrior
from Mnt Brook, AL USADate Reviewed: December 3, 2011
Strengths: Full finger leather & carbon fiber durability. Look kick butt!!!Weaknesses: Thin palm, no palm padding, fit small, restrictive finger movements, costBottom Line: Fit small @1/2 size. No padding in palm.
A great weapons/assault glove but Not
supple on a ride. Since this a bike & not
a military forum they suffer. 5 Chilies in the latter.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At: Huck N Roll
Similar Products Used: Pearl Izumi, Specialized, Fox
Bike Setup: Aggressive trail
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