Cold weather gloves are often bulky and detract from your connection to the bicycle. Pearl Izumi, however, isn't new to cycling-specific gear, and its line of gloves have enjoyed more then a decade of refinement. The P.R.O. Softshell Lite Glove continues that tradition of improvement with the addition of Pirmaloft insulation.

Primaloft adds warmth, but most importantly, it's not bulky, so it won't detract from your grip by bunching or overlapping. Pearl's respected anatomical paneling also ensures the P.R.O. Soft Shell Lite has excellent dexterity for effortless shifting and braking. Finally, sealing the deal, is a Pittards leather palm for a superior tactile and durable connection with your bicycle.

On the other hand ... er, both hands, sealing this cold-weather glove from external elements, is Pearl's P.R.O. soft shell material. This, and a waterproof insert, ensure wind and water won't dampen your ride. But, defense from foul weather doesn't complete a cycling-specific glove, it's always a good thing to remind two-ton moving cages you're on the road too.

When it's cold and damp it's more then likely going to be dark, so the Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Softshell Lite Glove has reflective elements to help alert motorists of your two-wheeled presence. A soft wiping surface on the thumb ensures you won't scare the barista when you stop for a mid-ride warm up.

The Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Softshell Lite Glove comes in sizes X-Small through XX-Large.