Gloves and Protection

Why use gloves and protection for electric scooters and bikes?

When riding an electric vehicle, gloves and other protective accessories are as important as wearing a helmet. They serve to protect your body from shocks and possible blows you may receive during an accident. They also protect you from cold and bad weather.

In case of a fall, hands are often the first to contact the ground. It is therefore essential to have a pair of gloves that are resistant, comfortable, and of good quality to protect your hands during a collision.

The different gloves and protections for electric scooters and bikes

There are different types of gloves designed for very specific activities. To know which types of gloves to choose, you need to understand each category. Here are the different types of gloves and protections available on the market.

Speed gloves

If you use your electric vehicles for extreme sports or simple sporting activities, then you will likely use your scooter at a higher speed than usual. In this specific case, we recommend turning to speed gloves. They have extra thick reinforcements to absorb violent shocks. This type of glove is also used by motorcycle riders for their protective function.

City gloves

City gloves, as their name suggests, are to be used if you ride your scooter in an urban environment for daily trips. They offer a perfect balance between protection and riding comfort since you will tend to use them regularly. They have reinforcement on the palm made of durable and robust material. They are designed to be used longer than a pair of classic gloves. They are also very flexible and manageable to ensure optimal ergonomics. This type of glove is also designed to be versatile and features a simple and elegant design.

Cross gloves

These gloves are generally the most flexible on the market. Very comfortable, they are made of elastic fabric to adapt to all your movements once on the road. Their main advantage being flexibility, these gloves are often considered the least protective on the market. They still provide protection in case of a fall but are mainly designed to grip your handlebar. They are perfect for riders who ride fast but want to enjoy extra comfort.

How to choose gloves and protections?

It is important to correctly choose your gloves and other protective accessories to ensure your comfort and safety optimally. To achieve this, you must take into account several criteria.

First, you must ensure that your pair of gloves is resistant enough. Prefer gloves made of leather or Kevlar. You must also ensure that your gloves have sufficiently resistant protection at the wrists and phalanges.

The second point to consider is the comfort of your gloves. They must be designed to avoid excessive sweating by allowing air to pass through. Prefer gloves with silicone gel that prevent compression of your hands once the glove is on. Also choose gloves suitable for the season in which you use them.

In other words, you must ensure to choose gloves that are comfortable enough, shock-resistant, have good grip on the handlebar, and good breathability.

Our selection of the best gloves and protections

If you don’t know which model to choose, Weebot presents its selection of the best gloves and other protective accessories on the market! Here is our top 3:

Spandex protective gloves

The Spandex protective glove is a lightweight glove that easily adapts to all types of weather. It is designed to resist shocks while quickly wicking away sweat thanks to its micro-perforations. With these gloves, your hands will stay dry, warm, and well-gripped on the handlebar of your electric vehicle. This glove also adapts to various uses whether you are on electric scooters, electric bikes, or even horseback riding. Their Velcro closure allows you to adjust the gloves to your wrist in seconds.

Bonus point: you will be able to use your smartphone with your gloves thanks to the touch function on the index finger and thumb!

Silica protective gloves

Thanks to their shock-absorbing function and lightness, these Silica protective gloves protect your hands regardless of the weather. The micro-perforations on these gloves allow sweat to evaporate so your hands stay dry. These gloves also feature a quick-drying function.

The closure system of your gloves is designed to fit the size that suits you. Thanks to their pads with gel pockets, your gloves can absorb shocks without any problem. These gloves are also touchscreen-compatible and will allow you to use your smartphone without any issue.

Gel cushion protective gloves

The gel cushion protective glove keeps your hands warm throughout your journey. These gloves provide both comfort and optimal protection in case of a fall. You can wear this pair of gloves in all weather conditions.

Thanks to their shock-absorbing structure, your palms and phalanges are protected by an integrated gel pocket. The micro-perforations of this type of glove also prevent your hands from sweating. Your hands will therefore always be warm and protected from moisture.

Their Velcro closures allow your gloves to be easily adjusted around your wrist. You will also have silicone gel pockets on your hands to absorb shocks in case of collision. These gloves are also touchscreen-compatible, so you can use your phone without any problem.