We think the Louis Garneau Windtex Eco Flex 2 Glove may be the perfect cyclocross glove for many riders in temperate climates. It's certainly an excellent glove for fall road riding as well, but the rigors of 'cross demand an even more intricate balance of insulation, moisture management, and protection from the elements that some cool-weather gloves just can't provide -- and these gloves have that balance.

Cyclocross races are often run under chilly, wet, and windy conditions, so you certainly need some insulation and protection from the weather. But 'cross also requires difficult braking maneuvers where just the right touch can be the difference between clearing an off-camber turn and wiping out. Bulky insulation simply doesn't allow for that kind of lever feel. The Windtex Eco Flex 2 Glove's windproof, ultralight WindDry 12K softshell fabric includes a polyurethane membrane to give you effective weather protection without bulk. Additionally, Garneau's Ergo Air venting system ensures that sweat is wicked away from the skin and transported to the outer layer.

An Amara palm with strategically-placed foam padding gives you superior grip and relief from chatter-induced numbness. Reflective piping provides some added visibility. The Garneau Windtex Eco Flex 2 Glove comes in sizes Small through XX-Large and in two color options: Black and White.