Men's Cycling Gloves

Sealskinz Men's Cycling Gloves

Gear up with our Men's Cycling Gloves, crafted for the UK cyclist. Engineered for comfort and performance, these gloves offer grip and protection across all conditions. Whether you're navigating city streets or challenging country roads, our cycling gloves ensure your hands stay comfortable and in control.

What are the best gloves for men’s cycling?

The best cycling gloves for men are those that combine protection, grip, comfort and weather resilience, and Sealskinz has many models that hit that sweet spot. A strong choice will include a waterproof membrane like our Aquasealz™ membrane, bonded with the outer fabric to keep rain out while letting sweat escape. Look for gloves with durable palms made of materials like PU suede or goatskin leather, which offer grip on wet handlebars and durability over time. Gloves that have reflective details improve visibility in low light, and those with stretch panels or articulated fingers help maintain hand flexibility and control. Whether you’re riding commuter routes, road races, or through cold, wet countryside, a glove that balances insulation, weather-proofing, and tactile feel will give you much more confidence and performance.

Should cycling gloves be padded?

Padding is very helpful, especially when you’re riding further, on rough surfaces, or over long durations. Sealskinz gloves often include foam or gel-inserts in the palm designed to reduce vibration and reduce fatigue. These inserts help cushion the micro-impacts from roads and trails, which over time can cause numbness or discomfort. However, too much padding can reduce feel and control, you want enough padding to protect, without so much that it dampens feedback from the bars or interferes with braking and shifting. Sealskinz glove designs balance this: padding placed where it matters, low-profile enough to stay responsive, and paired with reliable grip surfaces so your hands don’t slip.

How do I keep hands warm and dry while cycling?

Keeping your hands both warm and dry while cycling means combining the right materials, fit, and features. Sealskinz gloves use multi-layer constructions incorporating our waterproof membrane to block rain and spray, with breathable linings that wick moisture away from skin. For cold weather, gloves with insulation like PrimaLoft® help trap warmth without bulk, especially when paired with windproof and waterproof outer shells. Extended cuffs or gauntlets prevent water and cold air entering at the wrist, and secure closures like Velcro or stretch cuffs help seal the glove. Also, a fit that’s snug but not tight avoids restricting circulation, which is key to keeping fingers warm. In very cold or wet conditions, heated gloves such as Sealskinz’s Upwell model offer extra protection, and reflective details add safety when visibility is low.