Rapha pro team mitts alternative.

Podiumcycles

Hi there.

I'm looking for some advice on buying a new pair of gloves/mitts. I currently have the white rapha pro teams mitts but they are starting to look a little worse for wear and I am in need of a replacement. Unfortunately rapha have stopped doing these, to my knowledge, so was wondering if anyone knew of any alternatives to these as they were a good, comfortable, lightweight pair of mitts.

Thanks for any help.
Harry.

thegreatdivide

There isn't one. Believe me I've tried to find an alternative that's as good :-( The Giro LX is close, with a nice pad and well constructed, but I didn't get on with the back in the end - it didn't feel tight enough.

There will be a new version out - the one that Sky are using with the small velcro strap - but when I asked Rapha at the start of the year when, they said they're still testing.

I've got a new pair of white Pro Teams that I'm going to break out soon. My current white and black pairs are starting to get pretty tired.

56mph

I recommend the assos summer gloves, just got a replacement pair in white off the assos factory outlet site.

philw80

http://www.rapha.cc/grand-tour-gloves

marcusjb

The Grand Tour gloves are very good. I've used them for a couple of years now and for some long days in the saddle as well.

The Velcro-esque fastening is the only downside for me - it doesn't hold very well and the gloves flap open occasionally. I guess I've got used to it though.

The only other downside is the ridiculous tanning pattern you get with your knuckles having brown spots on them.

gabriel959

And I suppose the price - £100 for a pair of mitts which usually last only a couple of seasons! Yikes!

marcusjb

Can't comment on the longevity of the Pro Team Mitts, but the Grand Tour mitts seem to be lasting very well (and they get a lot of use in summer months) - getting better each season. Can't see me replacing them for a few years yet.

Hoopdriver

gabriel959 wrote:

And I suppose the price - £100 for a pair of mitts which usually last only a couple of seasons! Yikes!

I have had my pair for seven years now and they look good for a few more. I'd say that's pretty damn good value, frankly, even if the up-front cost seems high.

mikenetic

The Specialized 1974 leather gloves are pretty nice if you want a full leather glove. Not as nice as the Rapha ones, but I would say decent value.

mfin

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/gore-bike-wear-retro-tech-short-finger-cycling-glove/

28 quid, made well, retro looks, job done.

Podiumcycles

Thanks for all the help and info guys.

Didnt realise there was such a big demand for them. It is very annoying as they were superb gloves, will just have to hold out for the new version then.

gsk82

i've got the pro mitts in black and white and have the same concern for when mine need replacing. the black still look good as new so hopefully will still be a while yet.

philwint

I never mind paying for quality that will last. But I just had a look at the Grand Tour gloves, and yes they look lovely.

But no absorbent forehead/nose wiping pad on the thumb!! I don't think i could live without that.

sloppyschleckonds

philwint wrote:

But no absorbent forehead/nose wiping pad on the thumb!! I don't think i could live without that.

I remember watching the Milan - San Remo a couple of years ago, one rider never even wore mitts!!!!

kayodot

I really like the Giro LX short finger gloves, made from pittards leather. Bought a pair a few weeks back, lovely gloves that can be had for a bargain. Got mine for £33 from DotBike.