Dainese Pro Carbon Gloves
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Good looking and protective but uncomfortable.
Was looking for gauntlet type gloves, I'm a sucker for Dainese gear. I originally wanted the Dainese Carbon Cover ST Gloves but they are out of stock everywhere so I ended getting these instead.
They look good and I'm sure they offer plenty of protection but the seams around the fingers drive me completely insane. They keep cutting into my fingers and I wished they had put a thin microfiber liner inside the glove to improve things.
I've tried everything to make them more comfortable, use the hair blower to loosen them up, ride them for 1000 miles to break them in, dump a whole bottle of baby powder in them. Some improvement was made but I can still feel those pesky seams, also feels a bit stiff or tight around the knuckles. Another gripe is that the tip of the fingers uses some very soft leather and it feels slippery on the controls at times.
I'm 6'2, 210lbs, with 9inch hand, got the larges.
They are not bad at all and I will keep on riding them, didn't feel like sending them back to RevZilla but had I tried something else maybe I wouldn't have gotten these.
May 15, 2013
All around great glove.
Although they aren't the top of the line gloves that Dainese offers, they are perfect for everyday commuting and more aggressive street riding. Not too bulky, great style, good fit and comfortable. They've got my vote.
April 30, 2013
Looks Good, High Quality, Needs Breaking in...
Just got these gloves and went for my first ride in them.
I am a girl and bought XS, which seems to be a good fit — fingers at the end but not pressing uncomfortably.
My initial comments are that they need breaking in! They're definitely protective and they fit nicely over my jacket, but at the moment they are uncomfortable and stiff.
There's also a seam at the end of the fingers that's kind of annoying, as it's not overly soft and digs into your fingertips...
I'm on the fence whether I would recommend them or not yet. Maybe I'll post another comment after a few months!
April 9, 2013
Great glove
Great glove, have yet been able to try out these gloves due to alaska still has snow on the ground. Over all fit is spot on for circumference of hand, I wish the pinky finger was a little smaller (feels like its wearing an over sized coat) but I'm sure it might be different for other. Also the thumb is a little long about a good 1/4" longer. It's not that big of a bother but I might just have someone sew it to my size. Over all I'm happy with the product, feels a little snug when you first try but it breaks in when wearing it for a bit around the house.
April 1, 2013
Comfortable and protective
I purchased these gloves to replace my old Dainese Hellfire Evo's that I loved. I was looking for a similar fit, protection and comfort in my next glove and I went with the Pro Carbons. The fit is very similar to my old gloves - just a tough larger, but as it breaks in it should be perfect. The elasticated panels work great and right out of the box they felt 'just right.' Leather is soft, 1 piece, and has just the right amount of added protection panels. Glad this glove can get me through daily touring as well as an anticipated track day.
The knuckle protection stays right where I want it and the padding (palm and gauntlet) seems better - thicker - than my old ones - yet I had no trouble fitting it under my jacket sleeve for the rain.
I have very short pinkys - and the additional protection on the pinky doesn't bind or chafe... my main consideration when buying gloves. I'm usually a large in all gloves and so I was with these as well.
I haven't yet been on the bike with 'em thanks to the snow - but wearing them around the house has proven a great tactile feel and sensitivity that I wanted. Thick gloves suck for signaling, horn, GPS use, ect.
Primary use intended is 3-season and I can't wait to try them out. I'll update my review after my 1st ride.
January 7, 2013
Made for racing...
I purchased these gloves a couple of weeks ago along with the pro carbon model without the metal plate covering the knuckles. Two very different gloves...
This model (with the plate) offer utmost protection and rigidity offered as far as I have seen. Upon trying these on, it is obvious to the rider that it would be challenging to find a better model as far as safety goes. That being said, the inner material is a bit coarse and not nearly as comfortable as the model without the metal plate covering the knuckles. The other model seems to have a soft fabric interior, while these are simple leather. The stitching is also located on the interior (touching the skin), which can cause a bit of irritation.
The Valentino Rossi model is very similar to these, but has stitching on the exterior to encourage a softer feel on the skin- if you have $350 to spend, they are a better choice.
If you are looking to stay within this price range and aren't planning on doing serious racing, the all carbon model is a better suit for comfort.
November 26, 2012
Fantastic, High Quality and Comprehensive Size-Range!
First, I want to say that I don't have the luxury of buying any old gloves. Being 5'3" (about the size of Loris Capirossi) and lacking the slightest hint of Acromegaly, I have hands which are small and hard-to-fit.
Just to give an idea of what I had to do to get gloves...in the past I'd order another glove brand in a ladies medium or small and that would generally fit. That was great until I got a custom white riding-suit and white bike, and my go-to brand is not available in white in the size I need.
The Extra-Small (XS) size for men is sorely-neglected in motorcycle gear (especially leather products), so Dainese gets a huge gloved thumbs-up from me for even thinking to carry this size for men. Second, Dainese is a quality Italian brand and I know the cost will bring me a fantastic product, and they delivered.
The gloves fit perfectly, right down to the finger length. No long, flappy-fingers here. The strap system is simple and uncomplicated, just how I like it, and easy to adjust with one gloved-hand.
The one very minor downside is that the little carbon 'cap' on the right-hand ring finger (2nd knuckle toward fingertip) was interfering with my aftermarket shorty brake lever. This happens to me with almost any glove like this, but a few minutes with the Dremel and that was all fixed. I don't know if others have this issue, but on an XS glove manufacturers might consider that the levers will be adjusted closer to accommodate shorter fingers.This would mean that those little knuckle bumps are going to cause some interference.
The glove is still being broken-in, but it felt good even on the first ride. I have a pair from another manufacturer that I can't even wear..they're just bulky and uncomfortable.
Thank you Dainese for making an XS size for men! It's bad enough I have to get all my suits custom-made (a fact I embrace nowadays) but it's nice to still be able to buy off-the-Internet-rack gloves. Thank you Revzilla for STOCKING them!
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September 28, 2012
Love it!
I was hesitant to pay this much for a pair of gloves. My requirements were: good knuckle protection, perforations for air flow in summer heat, a good cuff strap, and enough protection for aggressive street riding and occasional track use. This glove has it all, plus more. It's extremely comfortable out of the box. The thumb seems to be a tad long, though I think that's common with bike gloves. The steel and carbon fiber knuckle protection is top of the line. Originally I would have liked a split knuckle design, but these gloves are perfectly comfortable as is. Air flow is great if you stick your hand to the side or above the windscreen, though with the perforations it breathes very well on the bars too. A must have for hot days on the road or track.
September 27, 2012
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