Product Reviews: Women's Running & Cycling Gloves

From Sarah Wilson, A MapMyFitness Team Member
As featured in the December 2007 Newsletter

Any athlete who trains outdoors in the cooler months understands the importance of keeping your hands warm to ensure a successful, enjoyable workout. While a few diehards may still rely an old pair of socks to do the job, it’s worth a few dollars to invest in a quality pair of gloves. Check out the following options for gloves to improve your outdoor training experience:

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Blue Sky Pearl Izumi -- Women’s Grip Lite Glove
Features:
• UltraSensor®-Kodiak® Fabric
• Longer cuff for better insulation
• Silicone screened palm for a performance grip
• Lightweight and packable
• Form Fit
• Contents: 98% Polyester/2% Synthetic Leather
Review: These are great, lightweight gloves for all around outdoor training. Made with Pearl Izumi’s UltraSensor®-Kodiak® Fabric, the super soft, brushed fleece gloves are both snug fitting and stretchy, to allow for optimum movement. They are especially good for runners who are looking for warm, but soft and breathable gloves for cool fall and/or moderate winter weather training. The silicone screened palms also make these an ideal cross training glove for use in cool weather cycling and hiking.
Price: $19.99 Pearl Izumi .com - Buy Now!
Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Glove Asics -- Hera Run Gloves
Features:
• Storm Shelter™ fabric and 100% nylon jersey bonded to 100% polyester brushed tricot with pu laminate
• Women's specific fit
• Box finger construction
• Terry loop nose wipe at index finger and thumb
Review: These are perfect for women looking for well fitting gloves to wear in the cold, rain, and/or snow. Designed with both a poly fleece liner and nylon/polyurethane laminate, the gloves are cozy and breathable, but also provide good protection against the elements. The box finger construction gives you a comfortable fit and easy finger movement for maximum dexterity. The terry loop nose wipe feature is particularly helpful for exercising during those crisp winter mornings!
Price: $25 ASICS - Buy Now!
Main image for Thermopolis® Gloves Asics -- Winter Run Mitt
Features:
• Inner membrane with waterproof protection
• Soft, fleece liner
• Terry loop cloth
• Stretch panel at top of hand
Review: These mitts are ideal for keeping your hands cozy during workouts on those very cold and snowy days. They provide a woven-polyester shell with a waterproof inner membrane, and a soft fleece linter for comfort. The stretchy, snug fitting cuffs help to keep out the snow or rain and keep in maximum warmth. The terry loop cloth on the index finger and thumb is great for wiping moisture from your face.
Price: $30 ASICS - Buy Now!

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