Alpinestars S-1 Gloves
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Great product but tight fit.
Great price and quality product. I have average size hands, so I went with an XL. It was to small and tight on my hands. Hopefully sending it back for a larger pair.
February 6, 2013
Nice gloves
I think they're great gloves. safe great fit plus the little pocket in the top works for holding the toll money.
December 10, 2012
Order a size larger
I ride supermotos and I am moving into these gloves after various dirt gloves (when i rode dirt more) and the A* SMX-2 Air carbon gloves, which I needed to replace after an accident this past season. I was looking for a bit more protection (that I could use in a race which required wrist coverage), without the bulk normally found on gp-style gloves. These gloves fit the bill, but I wouldn't consider them to be breathable for summer riding standards. But maybe that's just because of the previous gloves I have been riding with.
I know A* products can tend to run a little smaller in size (gloves specifically#, and even coming off of the SMX-2's, these gloves definitely feel a little bit smaller. As I put more miles on these gloves, we will see if they continue to break in, but as of now, they still feel a little small.
I will probably buy another pair of the SMX-2 Air Carbon gloves, but for when I need the added protection, and don't mind the lack of airflow #in comparison, at least)... You can't go wrong with these gloves.
P.S. I also agree with other reviews that the velcro closure system is inadequate and the cuffs of my gloves can't decide whether or not they want to be on top of or under my jacket, and it gets annoying at times when cold air goes up my arm because of it.
November 13, 2012
Very nice gloves
These (small) fit my hands perfectly, with just enough space between the ends of my fingers and the glove tips. Thumb fit is wonderful. Love the accordion panels.
Love the style and color (black and white).
Constructive feedback/complaints:
1. The Velcro wrist closures seem a little inadequate. It seems that a slight pull would have them come off easily. Would have been much better if the Velcro wrapped about half-way around the wrist rather than just a quarter, for a more secure fit.
2. Also, depending on your jacket, there may be some difficulty in getting the gloves over the cuffs. For me, there was just enough room to cover the cuffs. But this just may be a limitation inherent with any 3/4 glove?
3. Even before taking it out for a ride, some of the stitching on the tops of the fingers (right glove) came loose (roughly about an inch on each of two fingers). Will try cutting these off. If more comes off, I may have to send to Alpinestars for warranty repair.
October 22, 2012
Good protection and nice style
These gloves are very nice looking and have lots of protection.
They do run 1 size small, I normally wear medium size and the large size I have, fit just perfect near tight.
September 10, 2012
Fell Apart
These gloves look awesome and felt comfortable the 3 times I put them on to get a feel for them. By the third time, I noticed the threads on the top of where the left ring finger came loose (like they weren't even tied off or anything) and now the finger is starting to come off just a little bit. They were also very awkward with my jacket (Astars GP Plus Perforated. They wouldn't fit over or under the sleeve but the cuff on the jacket is pretty snug anyways so they'll probably do well with a more loose fitting jacket. Returning for a refund. I expected more not just from Astars, but also for the price
September 9, 2012
Overall Great Product!
Comfortable, stylish, and loaded with features. A bit more expensive than a regular street glove but its 3/4 cut and the extra money is made up for by great quality.
September 3, 2012
Amazing looking
These gloves are extremely flashy. They look great. The protection is pretty good, could use some more protection for the palm though. They do have great tactile feel for gloves but the PU finger knuckle protectors on the first three fingers make it kind of difficult to use the levers with one finger. They stick out to far and so it makes pulling the clutch and brake in far enough hard.
August 27, 2012
