Shimano Windflex Race full-finger gloves: windproof fabric, thin unpadded palm for direct bar control, touchscreen compatible. For fast-paced rides from 8 to 15 °C.

The windproof glove for riders who like to feel their bike

Plenty of performance riders can't stand thick gloves that put distance between hand and bar. The Windflex Race delivers exactly what they want: an unpadded palm for precise braking and shifting, and WINDFLEX fabric to cut the wind when the temperature drops. It's the glove for chilly mornings, group rides and descents where you want your fingers to stay responsive.

LVR key facts

• Temperature: 8 to 15 °C (our advice)
• Ride length: 1 to 3 hour rides at a good pace
• Palm: synthetic suede with 72% recycled polyester, printed non-slip silicone, no padding
• Composition: palm and back of hand 72% recycled polyester, 15% elastane, 13% polyester
• Fit: extended cuff, easy to pull on
• Practical: touchscreen compatible (index finger and thumb), soft wipe zone on the thumb

Windflex Race or Windflex?

The Race puts feel and low weight first; the classic Windflex adds a PORON® XRD® padded palm and protects slightly better against the cold. For road training and lively rides, choose the Race. For long distances, gravel and hands sensitive to vibration, choose the Windflex.

Size guide

How to measure: measure hand circumference just below the knuckles, excluding the thumb; hand length runs from the base of the palm to the tip of the middle finger. Between two sizes, size up if you wear a liner glove.