Do racing gloves make THAT much of a difference?

LiM3y wrote

Wearing gloves makes it feel like someone else is doing it. The poor man's version is to sit on your hands for 20 minutes before your session.

I believe that's called the stranger.

LiM3y wrote

Wearing Depends adds an extra degree of muscular freedom that makes driving on the limit that little bit easier too.

[However, make sure you have enough roof-helmet clearance before using this application.]

So gloves + racing suit + Depends on the outside = 1,000% awesomeness?

helps a lot if you're on fire as well

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.



Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx-gloves-2013#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

jml wrote

helps a lot if you're on fire as well

^ what, the Depends? only if their nomex...



Actually not a bad idea. could market that product to the geriatric racer. you know like, fire-retardant Huggies. for those looong enduro races.

When I wear gloves, I'm able to more than drive flat out.

admranger wrote  

When I wear gloves, I'm able to more than drive flat out.

More than flat out! Now I'm excited.

E92inSG wrote  

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

http://www.kensairacing.com/index.php?p=product&id=254&parent=0

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!

Actually, gloves are a waste. I really drive slower with them.

Seriously, good purchase!

E92inSG wrote

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

http://www.kensairacing.com/index.php?p=product&id=254&parent=0

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!

Dang! Those a suh-weet

I just started wearing gloves at track events (Alpine Stars) and it makes me feel a lot more comfortable, generally speaking. My hands sweat due to the adrenaline, so it gives me more confidence that my hands won't slip. This thread is hilarious.

E92inSG wrote  

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.



Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx-gloves-2013#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

These are the ones that I have and I love them. Curious where you bought them from? Might invest in a second pair for the right price.

or this....to instantly turn your car into a muscle car.

askjeeves wrote  

E92inSG wrote  

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.



Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx-gloves-2013#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

These are the ones that I have and I love them. Curious where you bought them from? Might invest in a second pair for the right price.

Unfortunately I'm in Singapore. Got them at my local alpinestars dealer for US$115 after currency conversion.

Yes I believe they make a difference. I vote for puma. I also like sparco.

I resisted getting gloves for a long time because i didn't want to mask the tactile feel of bare hands on the wheel. but i ran across a 50% off pair of G-Force reverse-seam gloves (red, of course) at my local shop and now I won't drive without em. love em!

I even wear gloves when I'm out with a student. Mine are red (fastest color) so if the shit hits the fan, I can either help grab hot shit or direct traffic. I like them when I drive to get the GT3's pointed by.

Edit: GT3 Cup Cars or RS...not the regular ones because they're peers.

E92inSG wrote

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.



Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx-gloves-2013#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

That's what I'm using, same color. Love them.

Car54 wrote

Edit: GT3 Cup Cars or RS...not the regular ones because they're peers.

03///m3 wrote

Yes I believe they make a difference. I vote for puma. I also like sparco.

I tried on just about every race glove and agree with Puma and Sparco.

The AlpineStars provided zero grip on the steering wheel and would slide off. Not good.

I ended up with "open wheel" Guanti Tide Neros from Sparco. The individual white pads are actually volcano shapes to prevent vibration...but actually stick to the steering wheel like glue. I can walk up walls with these things like spiderman or a gecko

No they don't. Its all in your head. If your talented your should be able to drive fast in any car and conditions with or without gloves. Now I would recommend them in case of fire.........