Held Air Hero Gloves
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Nice quality - fingers a bit short, gauntlet a bit long
The Held Air Heros look good and fit well, and have stood up well through a number of rides. For hot weather (and it's always hot in Bangkok) the gauntlets are a bit too long. Also when they go over the sleeve ends of a leather jacket, the Velcro flaps are a little too short to close. If the gloves were just an inch shorter, these problems would disappear.
My fingers, which are by no means long, also seem to press on the ends of the fingertips inside. Wish they were 1/4 inch longer.
They are nice gloves, but my RevIt Comets fit better. I give the Comets an "A" and the Air Heros a "B".
March 11, 2013
Great for warm weather while still providing protection
These gloves seem well made. The kangaroo leather lets you feel the controls rather well. They offer lots of ventilation and still look stylish.
For me they fit well. I have long/thinner fingers and a long palm - so the size 11 XXL fits my hand. The wrist is a bit too wide, but my jacket sleeve makes up for that. Even still they can be adjusted with the velcro to stay on. The fingers are a bit wider than I need, but they don't bunch or feel odd when in the riding position.
Overall, good gloves for the price I paid and the first ones that actually line up with my long hands so the protection sits in the right places.
There is a button on a leather flap that lets you store the gloves together. However, it gets in the way when riding and bothered my wrist. No problem though, I cut it off with a pair of scissors.
November 30, 2012
Most comfortable glove that I own.
These are easily my favorite gloves of all time. I wear a size 9 and they fit perfect.
November 15, 2012
Nice gloves. Gauntlet is confusing
These gloves are nice. I measured out to a size 9. thumb fits but the fingers are a bit long. Isn't a huge problem since I am not doing much more than braking, shifting and raising my face shield.
These gloves allow a lot of airflow. The gauntlet is confusing because it restricts some of the airflow into sleeves and on the arms. For true hot weather gloves these w/o the gauntlet would probably be perfect.
I recommend them for protection in hot weather but would probably opt for a short glove next time around.
I live in the tropics where it is always 80-85 degrees F and 60-80% humidity
November 13, 2012
Sweet Warm weather glove
Held does it again. Light weight, top quality materials, and plenty of air circulation. Bought this glove for warm weather riding and glad I did. I found the fit to be true to size and love the craftsmenship I've come to expect from Held. After only a few rides, the glove has taken a nice shape to my hands and it does not feel at all bulky on the handlebar grips. Although Held makes other gloves with far superior protection, the Air Hero gloves do have some protection and quality leather. An excellent choice for warm weather riding protection and good looks. Thanks Revzilla
November 7, 2012
Good air flow (needed in Houston)
I like the gloves but even after measuring I ordered too small. But Revzilla is great. I called to send back the size 10 and get a size 12. The guy suggested that I get the size 11 and 12 and send the 10 and whichever pair didn't fit back in the same box. I love these guys.
November 5, 2012
Held Air Hero
So much of this is subjective so here goes. For me the "Bang for the Buck" received high marks due to it being on sale... Great price... I personally like the styling and comfort. These appear to provide good protection although I hope to never find out other than from the odd piece being kicked up. I ride a GSA so I have hand guards. "Air Flow" seems good to me but then again I have never owned a mesh style glove so my rating is based on standard full leather gloves. I personally like Held products. My first pair of gloves was purchased back in the '90's. Then it was all about sport bikes for me. Now, I am all about the GS! :)
November 5, 2012
Held Air Hero Gloves
Nice Gloves, look and feel great. Quality is great and the features are also top end. Glove is a little large. This product is also discontinued now. In the future I plan to get the Held Air and Dry.
November 5, 2012
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While most gloves sold in the US are offered in alpha sizes (Small, Medium, Large, etc), Held gloves are sold in numeric glove sizes. The most accurate way to choose a glove size is to measure your hands using the directions and charts below. To get an idea of what Held Glove sizes correspond to in typical american gloves, a conversion guide is included below just to get you started in the right direction.
