Gloves and Mitts

Bike gloves (with fingers) and cycling mitts (no fingers) are essential. They serve to protect. They will have padding on the palm to absorb shock from the road or rough terrain. They will have grip to ensure a precise feel for the bars and the controls. They will have Velcro for cuff closure and fitting and they will be tough enough to protect your hands in the event of a crash. Don't be tempted to ignore glove mitts, they are very important and will improve performance.