Reasons To Wear Cycling Gloves

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Few cyclists need to be convinced to wear gloves. They’re just an assumed part of the uniform. “Other than the required jersey and shorts, no clothing is more commonly worn by cyclists,” says Darryl MacKenzie, longtime cyclist and veteran cycling coach of 35-plus years. Despite their ubiquity, many riders give little thought to why they wear their cycling gloves. And there are, in fact, many reasons to make sure you’ve got them on hand (literally) when you go out for a ride. The most important reason may be especially surprising, though — and it will definitely make you think twice about riding glove-free. Read on to learn more. Common Reasons Cyclists Wear Gloves Before we get to the most important factor, let’s take a look at some of the most common reasons to wear cycling gloves: Padding: All cycling gloves