gloves - correct fit?

notnot
notnot Posts: 284
edited September 2017 in Road general
I need full gloves (rather than mits) now, for health reasons. I ordered a Specialized pair - fingers are a little longer than they need to be, but they feel very snug - maybe a bit too snug - across my hands. Should I look for a bigger pair, or go based on finger length? I've had similar with other brands too - think I have stubby fingers!

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  • imposter2.0
    imposter2.0 Posts: 12,028
    Try some on. It's impossible for anyone else to advise on what gloves will be comfortable for you.
  • singleton
    singleton Posts: 2,523
    As above really, go to a shop and try a lot on.
    I'd go for a snug fit, but nothing that feels too tight anywhere.
  • notnot
    notnot Posts: 284
    Thanks. I have tried a few pairs. These feel ok, if a bit stiff, in the flat. I won't be able to return them after trying on a ride - though may just need to give them a go and see if they feel more/less comfortable after a few miles...
  • step83
    step83 Posts: 4,170
    No ones hands fit the size charts exactly, as said go to a shop an try them on.
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  • Garry H
    Garry H Posts: 6,639
    Mine are quite comfortable. They are a Large.
  • ElectronShepherd
    ElectronShepherd Posts: 227
    Step83 wrote:
    as said go to a shop an try them on

    And then, if they have some that fit, buy them from the shop.

    Don't use your LBS as a demo store, and then give the money to Wiggle / CRC etc.
  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    If you think yours are a bit too snug then they probably are.
    Try the next size up.

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