The right sized gloves - a tale of warning

[Paul in NZ]

Yeah but there is a call needs to be made over what's reasonable

Thats just it....

Whats reasonable to you is different to what the retailer thinks is reasonable and what a future buyer thinks is reasonable.

Put em up on TM and cut your losses...

[Canis G.]

Thats just it....

Whats reasonable to you is different to what the retailer thinks is reasonable and what a future buyer thinks is reasonable.

Put em up on TM and cut your losses...

True, thats when the prolems start LOL. Might as well see if they will stretch before I take that loss eh?

[MSTRS:Me]

There is a nice little law in NZ called the consumers guarantees act and it applys to gloves.... must be fit for purpose.

They weren't though...he just failed to pick the right size.
I do think the shop is being too hard, but then again, none of us are able to physically inspect the gloves he wants to exchange.

[Canis G.]

They weren't though...he just failed to pick the right size.
I do think the shop is being too hard, but then again, none of us are able to physically inspect the gloves he wants to exchange.

Totally agree, this only my side. But I would have liked the chance to discuss this rather than just getting point blanked!

[FJRider]

Totally agree, this only my side. But I would have liked the chance to discuss this rather than just getting point blanked!

Don't be in too big a rush to ditch the gloves ... you've only worn them a few times.

Often if they get wet ... they often stretch a bit. Regular use and you will notice them being easier to wear.

In the meantime ... don't grip the throttle grip so hard. Use palm/thumb pressure ... I don't think the GB400 throttle return springs are that strong you need maximum grip to maintain speed/control. If you Do ... look at sorting that first.

And remember ... the shop gave you the opportunity to "test" the gloves prior to you forking over the cash.

I use a pair of Dririder gloves ... and am on my third pair. I live in Central Otago ... and cold weather (below 0 deg) is not an issue with them. And NO I don't have "Hot grips" ... and I've always paid $85 for them. Paying bigger money does not mean getting better gloves for your use.

[Canis G.]

Don't be in too big a rush to ditch the gloves ... you've only worn them a few times.

Often if they get wet ... they often stretch a bit. Regular use and you will notice them being easier to wear.

In the meantime ... don't grip the throttle grip so hard. Use palm/thumb pressure ... I don't think the GB400 throttle return springs are that strong you need maximum grip to maintain speed/control. If you Do ... look at sorting that first.

And remember ... the shop gave you the opportunity to "test" the gloves prior to you forking over the cash.

I use a pair of Dririder gloves ... and am on my third pair. I live in Central Otago ... and cold weather (below 0 deg) is not an issue with them. And NO I don't have "Hot grips" ... and I've always paid $85 for them. Paying bigger money does not mean getting better gloves for your use.

Nah I won't be ditching them, giving them a chance to bed in is my best option ATM.

No mocking the GB at full tilt here - shit at a shattering 130KPH you need to hang on LOL.

"And remember ... the shop gave you the opportunity to "test" the gloves prior to you forking over the cash" - yep they tested just fine walking around the shop. Next time I will get them to set up a bike on rollers in a wind tunnel with simulated bumps and corners and see how they go for the first hour or so - should be a fair test eh?

[placidfemme]

yep they tested just fine walking around the shop. Next time I will get them to set up a bike on rollers in a wind tunnel with simulated bumps and corners and see how they go for the first hour or so - should be a fair test eh?

Hmmm very mature response and highly realistic too.

[FJRider]

No mocking the GB at full tilt here - shit at a shattering 130KPH you need to hang on LOL.

My post was not intended to mock the GB ... however ... trying to twist the throttle grip off the bars to get that last 5 kms/hr is hardly worth a sore hand. (or the $85/20 demerits ... for the possible ticket)

Helmets and gloves are probably the most personal gear you'll buy to ride. Don't rush the purchase choice. And check out other bike shops to see what they have. I seldom go far without a spare pair in my bag.

[Canis G.]

Hmmm very mature response and highly realistic too.

Ouch - I was being silly here. My apologies.

[Canis G.]

My post was not intended to mock the GB ... however ... trying to twist the throttle grip off the bars to get that last 5 kms/hr is hardly worth a sore hand. (or the $85/20 demerits ... for the possible ticket)

Helmets and gloves are probably the most personal gear you'll buy to ride. Don't rush the purchase choice. And check out other bike shops to see what they have. I seldom go far without a spare pair in my bag.

Hey FJ, my apologies for being sarcastic - just trying to inject some humour there. I agree about the throttle thing and make a point of staying around the 100K mark - sigh just a bloody rule follower by nature (and age LOL).

[FJRider]

Hey FJ, my apologies for being sarcastic - just trying to inject some humour there. I agree about the throttle thing and make a point of staying around the 100K mark - sigh just a bloody rule follower by nature (and age LOL).

I used to break in a new pair of gloves quicker ... by wearing them around the house. (can be quite fun ... but watch glass stuff )

[Canis G.]

I used to break in a new pair of gloves quicker ... by wearing them around the house. (can be quite fun ... but watch glass stuff )

Funny you should say that, that's what I have been doing since this morning - slows you down on the computer though LOL.

[HenryDorsetCase]

There is a nice little law in NZ called the consumers guarantees act and it applys to gloves.... must be fit for purpose.

they are. but that doesnt cover a warranty as to how they fit or that they fit at all.

Its like buying jeans when you weigh 80kg, then taking them back after you've worn them for a while, hit the gym, lost 10kg and saying, yeah, these don't fit.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Hmmm very mature response and highly realistic too.

or buy some Alpinestars.

Fuck I hate buying gloves. The best fitting pair I ever had were a pair of mid level Dainese that I wore till they were completely rooted because they fit PERFECTLY. No gloves before or since have fit as well, even the same manufacturer and same size.

[Canis G.]

or buy some Alpinestars.

Fuck I hate buying gloves. The best fitting pair I ever had were a pair of mid level Dainese that I wore till they were completely rooted because they fit PERFECTLY. No gloves before or since have fit as well, even the same manufacturer and same size.

Same. I have this excellent pair of Revit summer gloves that fit like - well - a glove LOL. The Five's were the only pair of warmer gloves that I tried (and I tried a few) that seemed to have a similar feel and fit. Guess that's why I was extra snotted off about the size thing