Waterproof motorcycle gloves that reach up to your wrist, sufficiently thin to still be comfortable and at the same time, excellently lined so your hands won’t get cold; these Alpinestars Stella SR-3 V2 Drystar® are wintery motorcycle gloves with a star attitude.
You can take the latter literally: at Alpinestars, ‘Stella’ in the name is reserved for the true stars of the universe: the ladies. This means that this is the version for women who love motorbike riding. They are somewhat smaller and tighter than the men’s version.
That star attitude might just as well be that of the manufacturer, although it has to be said that this time, Alpinestars – with their usual outspoken sporty image – has kept it rather serene, visually. They placed their focus on comfort more than speed, so the Stella SR-3 V2 Drystar® motorcycle gloves do not have flashy protectors or loud designs.
Alpinestars’ own Drystar® 100% waterproof and breathable membrane, assisted by a Thinsulate®-lining are the basic internal elements. And what a fantastic buffer against outside influences. Synthetic leather on the palm has become your best warranty for excellent grip on the handlebars and a level of wear-resistance worthy of the Alpinestars name. Everything else is polyamide; these motorcycle gloves can be stored next to your other winter gloves without looking too conspicuous.
On the other hand, incorporating all these qualities without being conspicuous about it, is also an artform. The padding in the traditional areas is a balancing act between subtle and sufficient, while the light pre-shapedness stays true to their racing pedigree. It postpones early fatigue on the road, which is also why the Alpinestars Stella SR-3 V2 Drystar® motorcycle gloves contain plenty of stretch material.
Comfort and convenience go hand in hand here – pun intended – to enter the winter season. The elastic band on the wrist keeps everything in place. With a Velcro strip you can postpone the choice between ‘over or under the sleeves’ for as long as you want or you can switch between them.
Touchscreen compatible fingertips are a standard feature nowadays, as it is here.
