The Sand 4 H2O motorcycle glove is a waterproof, adventure-oriented and very versatile motorcycle glove. What is ‘new' is strangely enough the waterproof element, because this is the fourth version of the Sand, but the first with a hydratex® membrane.
For those who have doubts about the price: read this first. Then ride a trip or two with these gloves. Doubts gone.
This is a step forward, that much is clear. The Sand family forms an impressive unit within the REV'IT!-range, and this Sand 4 H2O definitely has a place in it. In essence, the differences with the 'regular' Sand 4 - without membrane - are limited. The cuff is longer in this waterproof version to create a sort of automatic connection with the sleeve ends, and the shape of the TPU knuckle protector is also different.
The outside remains a good mix of goat leather and stretch material. Wear-resistant, strong, clearly less focused on ventilation than its non-waterproof namesake but absolutely designed for (and partly by) motorcyclists. Aramid is hidden in the pieces that look like textile and the TRP finger protection, TRP palmslider, and extra Temperfoam® elements on the fingers provide a lot of external protection.
Underneath is the hydratex® membrane. Known, reputed and proven solid, with breathable properties and a very high degree of waterproofness it should provide dry hands in almost all conditions.
The cuff is longer than the 'dry' Sand 4 gloves. Deliberately, because in this way the sleeve end and glove end overlap. It also means that this Sand 4 H2O needs a clearly more traditional closure-with-cuff: under the hand a velcro strip and on the cuff itself a second, wider velcro strip. The little loop to put on the motorcycle glove: that still needs to prove its worth.
It should be clear that everything about this motorcycle glove is of a certain level. Quality, functionality, materials, workmanship, an index finger that allows you to operate a touchscreen and the all-round appearance of being a seasoned adventurer, this matches the Sand 4 H2O motorcycle jacket perfectly in both style and function.
There is maintenance clothing and then there is clothing maintenance. Good, solid motorcycle clothing is an investment in comfort and personal safety. So invest in its maintenance after your purchase and enjoy your gear for longer.
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