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Cycling Gloves Are Essential Bike Gear

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Updated April 22, 2010

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Cycling gloves

Cycling gloves

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A cyclist's hands can take a beating from both pressure on the handlebars and due to the constant road shock of uneven trails or bumpy pavement. After some time on the bike, many cyclists complain of numbness or tingling in the hands, wrist pain, and forearm pain.

The solution is often as simple as wearing padded cycling gloves. In addition to providing a bit of cushion and shock absorption, cycling gloves protect the palms from nasty skin abrasions in the event of a fall or crash and allow cyclists to easily wipe off any glass or other debris stuck on the tires.

Cycling gloves come in a variety of styles, colors and sizes. Long fingered and waterproof gloves as also available for cold-weather and wet cycling conditions, so consider all you options when choosing the best cycling gloves for your riding style.

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Try Before You Buy

No matter the type of cycling gloves you decide to buy, it's important to try on a variety of brands, and styles to see how they fit your hand and fingers. Be sure to grip some handlebars and make sure they flex enough to provide both comfort and flexibility while riding, braking and shifting the gears.
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