My GP pro v1 gloves survive an R1 crash even after owning the glove for 8 years. Was wearing full gp pro jacket and pants and super tech r boots. I didn’t hit my helmet but i definitely made the mistake for positioning my hands down. Definitely next time I’m going to just let myself slide on my back like you said. I walked out without any damage but some pain on my thumb. I didn’t break it. I’m definitely going to buy new set because I used to ride those gloves in the rain and surprise the condition held up with no broken seems
It seems right for us to do our research on gloves. I like the points made on this video. It seems many reviews of gloves are a percent of quallity, mismatch, or sizing issues that most gloves dont have out of a batch. These do look good for a purchase as a top contendor. Have not found a aahaa moment where any glove is without flaw or massively better than another glove.
I’ve done lots of track and road. I’d always use gloves equipped with palm sliders for the road . In my opinion the road is a more hazardous environment than track.
To me only important thing is maximum safety i just wonder should i buy alpinestars gp pro r4 or supertech gloves or dainese full metal 7.. Also i want to use in winter for rainy days too. I don't expect it to stay completely dry, but I don't want the gloves to be damaged for long use. Im waiting for ur answers please
I do not like the Supertech gloves, the other models you noted are excellent. For wet/winter use you will be better served with some waterproof gloves that also have some insulation. All of the top brands have gloves that meet that criteria. - Van
If you look at the gloves used in MotoGP most appear to be less protective than what we use in the real world. For riders at that level they are able to have a new set of gloves whenever they need them so they do not need them to last as long as we like to see. IMO the commercially gloves are the best option for people who have to pay for their gear. - Van
So pissed at Alpinestars that they removed the K-Tech Kevlar little finger protection system from the Gp Pro line. Both the R2 and R3 have been "upgraded" by removing one of their main features. It really saved both of my little fingers when i crashed my bike (yes, i made the mistake of putting my hands down - mind you this was a real road crash, not a racetrack one, so i was trying to control the slide to some extent with my hands / elbows / feet as i was sliding into the opposite lane ). Ended up with 0 damage to my hands after a 50 mph-ish crash / slide on some really abrasive tarmac. Only reason i did not purchase the R2 or R3 is the lack of that K-Tech system. I cannot, for the life of me, imagine, why they would remove that feature from the gloves, for 2 generations now. (well, i imagine it is to lower the manufacturing cost and gain some margin on the product, but they both removed the K-Tech system and increased the price... so... #profit rullz ... not a cool move at all from Alpinestars. I don't mind the price bump, but removing features on top of a price bump as well ? Really not cool ...
Ya I am using the original GP Pro's right now and the tips of the fingers are starting to get small holes in the leather itself so looking at what to replace them with. This is the most expensive pair of gloves I have gotten so far and the only ones I have not crashed in lol. Looking at the new Cortech Adrenaline 3 right now because they are one of the few that still have kevlar stitching...
@@mint88rx8 There are also the Alpinestars GP Tech if you can still find them available.. as they also have just been "updated" in the Alpinestars line, and replaced by the Supertech R. Another "upgrade" that sacrificed protection vs design / profit margin.
If your gloves have been worn enough to show any significant wear you should consider replacing them. If you ride a lot each year you may need a new pair each season. - Van
I had my biggest crash on freeway at 70mph where I slid and impacted left side. All I remember was rolling on shoulders and waking up later when ambulance arrived. Had a left wrist fracture and right hand broke, with right forearm broke in 3 pieces. Issue is everything happened so fast to get into tuck mode. I had sp2 gloves on which completely grinded down the top knuckle protection, but they held up and didnt tear.
My GP pro v1 gloves survive an R1 crash even after owning the glove for 8 years. Was wearing full gp pro jacket and pants and super tech r boots. I didn’t hit my helmet but i definitely made the mistake for positioning my hands down. Definitely next time I’m going to just let myself slide on my back like you said. I walked out without any damage but some pain on my thumb. I didn’t break it. I’m definitely going to buy new set because I used to ride those gloves in the rain and surprise the condition held up with no broken seems
Thanks for sharing your experience with the gloves. Happy to hear they worked out. - Van
It seems right for us to do our research on gloves. I like the points made on this video. It seems many reviews of gloves are a percent of quallity, mismatch, or sizing issues that most gloves dont have out of a batch. These do look good for a purchase as a top contendor. Have not found a aahaa moment where any glove is without flaw or massively better than another glove.
To be fair there are a lot of excellent glove options on the market today. - Van
please help!! are palm sliders necessary if I won't be racing? just plan on cruising and enjoying the surroundings.
I’ve done lots of track and road. I’d always use gloves equipped with palm sliders for the road . In my opinion the road is a more hazardous environment than track.
More protection is never a bad thing. - Van
I agree 100% - Van
To me only important thing is maximum safety i just wonder should i buy alpinestars gp pro r4 or supertech gloves or dainese full metal 7.. Also i want to use in winter for rainy days too. I don't expect it to stay completely dry, but I don't want the gloves to be damaged for long use. Im waiting for ur answers please
I do not like the Supertech gloves, the other models you noted are excellent. For wet/winter use you will be better served with some waterproof gloves that also have some insulation. All of the top brands have gloves that meet that criteria. - Van
are these gloves used in motogp ? just curious
are you racing in motogp?
If you look at the gloves used in MotoGP most appear to be less protective than what we use in the real world. For riders at that level they are able to have a new set of gloves whenever they need them so they do not need them to last as long as we like to see. IMO the commercially gloves are the best option for people who have to pay for their gear. - Van
So pissed at Alpinestars that they removed the K-Tech Kevlar little finger protection system from the Gp Pro line. Both the R2 and R3 have been "upgraded" by removing one of their main features. It really saved both of my little fingers when i crashed my bike (yes, i made the mistake of putting my hands down - mind you this was a real road crash, not a racetrack one, so i was trying to control the slide to some extent with my hands / elbows / feet as i was sliding into the opposite lane ). Ended up with 0 damage to my hands after a 50 mph-ish crash / slide on some really abrasive tarmac. Only reason i did not purchase the R2 or R3 is the lack of that K-Tech system. I cannot, for the life of me, imagine, why they would remove that feature from the gloves, for 2 generations now. (well, i imagine it is to lower the manufacturing cost and gain some margin on the product, but they both removed the K-Tech system and increased the price... so... #profit rullz ... not a cool move at all from Alpinestars. I don't mind the price bump, but removing features on top of a price bump as well ? Really not cool ...
Ya I am using the original GP Pro's right now and the tips of the fingers are starting to get small holes in the leather itself so looking at what to replace them with. This is the most expensive pair of gloves I have gotten so far and the only ones I have not crashed in lol. Looking at the new Cortech Adrenaline 3 right now because they are one of the few that still have kevlar stitching...
@@mint88rx8 There are also the Alpinestars GP Tech if you can still find them available.. as they also have just been "updated" in the Alpinestars line, and replaced by the Supertech R. Another "upgrade" that sacrificed protection vs design / profit margin.
After one season the gloves need to be replaced and that's with no accidents. You can loose 50% protection on those palms from worn out gloves.
If your gloves have been worn enough to show any significant wear you should consider replacing them. If you ride a lot each year you may need a new pair each season. - Van
Lose not loose
No offense but putting your hands out in a crash is kind of instinctual
And it increases the chances you will get injured. When you crash it is best to keep you arms tucked in and let the gear do it's job. - Van
Sportbike Track Gear noted
Just make sure your elbow and shoulder armor is on point as that's where the impact energy is going if you're learning not to put your hands out.
I had my biggest crash on freeway at 70mph where I slid and impacted left side. All I remember was rolling on shoulders and waking up later when ambulance arrived. Had a left wrist fracture and right hand broke, with right forearm broke in 3 pieces. Issue is everything happened so fast to get into tuck mode. I had sp2 gloves on which completely grinded down the top knuckle protection, but they held up and didnt tear.