When you explicitly put '365' in the name, we expect motorcycle gloves that can be used every day until the next leap year. And honestly, this SP-365 Drystar® will meet those expectations pretty precisely.
The SP-365 Drystar® does not only look like a precision instrument, it just is one. Under the 'performance riding' label, Alpinestars brings together the motorcycle apparel that has its cake and eats it too, coupling a high degree of racing/sport/circuit riding with comfort/touring/versatility. SP stands for 'sport riding', so we've covered just about all the flags and names. The direction in which we ride is clear by now.
In any case: the SP-365 Drystar® is a fairly long motorcycle glove with a striking leather look on the outside. That synthetic leather has been chosen certainly has something to do with that. Not that it detracts from the wear-resistant qualities of these motorcycle gloves. On the contrary, the softshell, PU and padding 'capstan' is a tower of strength. Both in feeling and in style, a preference for sporty motorcycle gloves is a plus in this case. Not a condition however, because in qualities the SP-365 Drystar® approaches - note that last word - the best all-rounders and touring motorcycle gloves. Drystar ® is the house brand for Alpinestars when we speak of water and windproof membranes.
Because too many layers on top of each other always mean a concession in grip and feel, we look again to Alpinestars' sporting pedigree to address this and we are not disappointed. Virtually every opportunity to save weight and to increase the sensitivity of the SP-365 Drystar® was taken. Printed logos, the new SP knuckle protector, the specific "Drystar® performance technology" on the palm, the EVA padding on the palm and fingers, all elements that contribute to a tighter whole.
Tighter, you can take that literally. With the SP-365 you have a long motorcycle glove that can be fitted very precisely at the wrist. Or you can choose to wear them over the sleeve of your motorcycle jacket. In either case, it remains comfortable and pleasant.
The SP-365 is somewhere where the best of both worlds cross. And that '365' in the name is downright justified.
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