GiroStrate Dure Supergel Glove - Men's
Item # GIR008F
Nurse your hands.
While most of Giro's cycling kit is designed to downsize the overwrought design elements that plague the industry, the Giro Strate Dure Supergel Gloves actually downsizes the bulk of its respective competitors. It's the cure for anyone who enjoys palm padding that eats up road vibrations but doesn't completely eliminate tactile feel between hands and bars. With their medical-grade padding, the Strate Dure Gloves let you feel the hoods without feeling the road.
The Strate Dure Gloves feature Giro's Supergel inserts in the palms. Supergel was actually designed for medical applications, so it’s definitely up to the task of nursing your hands through sections of rough road or trail. It's able to deform on three axes instead of the usual one, so it doesn't create pressure points. In fact, Giro claims that Supergel distributes pressure 300% better than standard gel padding. It also offers a 30% gain in impact resistance and no hardening over time. All of this, and it doesn't recreate the unwieldy bulk of typical padded gloves.
The AX Suede palms mimic leather's suppleness but with added durability, so they won't grind to pieces over the course of your next century or on a rough enduro course. They're mated to four-way stretch, breathable mesh uppers, for a firm fit that doesn't restrict shifting and braking or stifle your hands on hot summer days. The gloves are finished with a hook-and-loop strap at the cuff and a soft, microfiber panel for wiping your brow during hot ascents.
- Super Fit three-panel design
- Four-way stretch, breathable mesh upper
- AX Suede (synthetic leather) palm
- Supergel palm inserts
- Absorbent microfiber wiping surface along thumb
- Hook-and-loop closure with sonic-welded pull tab
What do you think about this product?
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September 20, 2020
Comfortable, but not well made
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
Within less than ten wearings, the seam on the thumb has come apart. Otherwise, the gloves seem OK. I'm a little worried about the velcro, though. It's got the "micro" style of velcro and in the past, I've found that those lose their stickiness pretty easily. Having to deal with RMA and return shipping for a store credit of $35 is hardly worth the inconvenience. I'll just write this off as poor purchase and buy my next pair of gloves at my LBS.
Daniel N.
August 19, 2020
Not for me - maybe someone else
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Medium was a bit snug. Large felt better, but palm heel pad shifted to outside of hand making them unless for shock absorption. They seem well constructed though.
pgm116036003
August 9, 2020
My step up to padded gel gloves
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Large
- Height
- 6` 1"
- Weight
- 175 lbs
I have a pair of the Giro leather padded gloves and liked the way they fit and felt on the bike. These are an improvement and found they're excellent for longer rides or when rail-trail riding. Swap these out with another manufacturer's example. I prefer the Giro.
Gregory C.
August 28, 2019
Love these!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
i ride 2-3 times a week in hot weather (florida). got these because i hoped they were similar to previous Giro gloves, since discontinued. they are terrific. comfortable, with good padding. i will note they feel very slightly smaller than the last Giro Large size gloves i had. but not enough to make me wish i had ordered a different size.
Dave M.
August 16, 2019
Pads you didn't think you needed
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Large
- Height
- 6` 2"
- Weight
- 173 lbs
I had a basic pair of gloves and noted that pads of my hands (near wrist) were going numb during long rides (20-60mi). Purchased these and was immediately impressed on my first ride. First ride was 30 miles, no pain. A few days later, 60 mile ride, again no pain!!! What surprised me most was that the pad placement was perfect, both on the hoods and in the drops. Even padding between the thumb and index kept the ride comfy no matter where I placed my hands on the bar. Super pleased with the purchase. Size seems to run true. I'm typically wear a large glove and these have a comfortable fit and slightly on the loose side. Pros: - Pads placement where you want and didn't know you needed it - Nose wipe thumbs made of soft suede - No pain rides!!! Cons: - Velcro strap across the top of hand from the thumb base over the wrist - The Velcro barb base likes to fold over on itself and grab the shell of the gloves which may lead to wear
Clifton M.
Stace G.
May 4, 2020
Very helpful
June 27, 2019
Tough Gloves
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
I recently took a nasty spill when I was cruising downhill and got a front flat tire. When I peeled myself up off of the pavement and looked at my hands, they were totally fine. The gloves really held up! You couldn't even tell they made any contact, and my skin was saved. In addition to being durable, these gloves have a nice snug fit, breathe well, and are comfortable (I think the gel is just right). They also seem to fit true to size. I purchased a large.
Jason L.
September 6, 2018
supergels
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- medium
- Height
- 5` 7"
- Weight
- 200 lbs
l'm a 60 year old disabled vet, my ortho told me the more I ride the longer my knees will last. l've messed up both my wrist from crashing my bike on trails, l've had 5 elbow surgeries, both shoulders including reconstruction on the right, right ankle tightened and left knee cleaned out. that being said, l want as much padding as I can get. these gloves cover that requirement, very well padded. the only reason I didn't go with 5 stars is they are hot. l'm in Florida and it's hot & humid and I ride everyday, and usually carry extra gloves to change into dry. l will buy another pair probably, just wish the back was a lighter material
BENJAMIN M.
August 17, 2017
Color dispute
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- XXL
- Height
- 5` 11"
- Weight
- 175 lbs
Nice gloves. They say bright red, I say they are vermillion or reddish-orange.
Anonymous
August 11, 2017
Awesome Glove
- Familiarity:
- I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share
- Fit:
- True to size
I gave these gloves as a gift and they are used for mountain biking and they are great. The fit is extremely comfortable.
Bryan Bult
June 7, 2017
Awesome Gloves!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- M
- Height
- 5` 9"
- Weight
- 161 lbs
I use these gloves for road biking and mtb, after two years of use I am going to buy a new pair. Fwiw, had to have changed them about 6 months ago.
Jose Leiva
Jim K.
September 20, 2019
Thanks for the pic! Surprisingly, this is first pic I’ve seen showing the important palm side.
August 28, 2016
Great gloves for white bar tape
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 8"
- Weight
- 160 lbs
Unlike Giro Monaco gloves, these gloves do not leave black dye on my beautifully clean white bar tape. Saves me a lot of time, and the gloves are comfy as well.
Ed G.
June 20, 2016
lots of padding
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Height
- 6` 1"
- Weight
- 210 lbs
great glove. but, they have a ton of gel in them. a bit too much even. Louisiana roads suck, but its not the Paris Roubaix cobbles. I feel like I could get away with less gel. But, they work as they are supposed to. My first pair had a rip in the stitching. One call to Giro, and they sent out a new pair that arrived in a few days. Great customer service.
NOLACyclist
Stace G.
May 4, 2020
Very helpful