Urban cycling gloves for bike commuting

Keep your fingers warm on a short trip

On a short trip, fingers cool down before the body has time to generate heat: hands stay still on the handlebars, exposed to the relative wind, which enhances the feeling of cold. An urban glove needs to be warm from the very first minute, thanks to a fleece lining or a thin insulation placed on the back of the hand, windward side. The palm remains thinner to keep sensitivity to brake levers and gear controls. Numb fingers brake later and less forcefully: in the city, where unexpected stops are frequent, dexterity is a matter of safety as well as comfort.

The rest of the outfit

Urban gear is also available in:

• Jackets.
• Trousers.
• Urban Helmets.
• Reflective Accessories.
• Textile Accessories.
• Socks.

All the gear is gathered on the urban page.

Waterproof membrane and non-slip palm

A waterproof membrane, inserted between the outer fabric and the lining, blocks water while allowing some sweat to escape. Combined with sealed seams, it keeps hands dry during a downpour, when a simple fabric glove would be soaked in minutes. The non-slip palm, made of silicone or coated material, ensures grip on wet handles and makes it easier to carry the bike to a shed or up the stairs. A long cuff, tightened by a hook-and-loop strap, slips under the sleeve and prevents rain from running inside.

Tactile and reflective: the details of bike commuting

The fingertips tactile, woven with conductive fibers on the thumb and index finger, allow you to check a route or answer a call without taking off your gloves at a red light. The reflective elements, placed on the back of the hand, make the outstretched arm signaling a turn visible, a gesture the highway code requires cyclists to perform before turning. At night, they reflect the light from headlights back towards the driver. Finally, a simple cut, without marked padding, allows you to keep your gloves on while walking after parking the bike, which prevents losing them between trips.

Good deals

Good bargains can also be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow in a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and the back-to-school period.

Frequently asked questions

Are very thick winter gloves suitable for cycling in the city?

They keep warm, but their thickness can hinder grip on the brakes and gears. An urban bike glove, thinner in the palm, offers enough warmth for a trip while maintaining the necessary sensitivity.

How do you choose the size of urban bike gloves?

Measure the circumference of your hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb, then refer to the size guide. For a lined winter glove, avoid selecting too tight, in order to keep an insulating layer of air.

Should bike commuting gloves be waterproof?

To ride all year round, it's a real bonus: a downpour is enough to soak a fabric glove and freeze your fingers. A waterproof model with a membrane stays dry throughout the trip.

What should you do if your fingers remain cold despite the gloves?

Select a more insulated glove or add a thin liner glove, ensuring enough room for blood circulation. Gripping the handlebars too tightly can also slow circulation and cool down the fingers.

How to dry wet bike gloves?

Let them dry at room temperature, open, away from a radiator that would harden the palm and damage the membrane. A piece of newspaper slipped inside speeds up drying overnight.