British bikers need to gear up to for wet weather, because average autumn rainfall has increased by 5.2% and winter rainfall by 4.3%. Comparing the 1961-1990 average with the period 1971-2000, the months from September – February are getting wetter, (although the spring/summer season is becoming drier), and this makes waterproof motorcycle gloves more important than ever for anyone planning to ride all year round.
Wet hands aren just uncomfortable. Water conducts heat away from the body 25 times faster than air and combined with the wind chill factor that means the rider will soon experience difficulty operating the motorcycle controls with his hands.
Modern motorcycle gloves are made waterproof by inserting a membrane between the outer shell and inner lining and although this is reasonably efficient for keeping hands dry, it leaves a gap between the shell and the waterproof barrier, where water can collect, creating an unpleasant wet sensation and increasing heat loss.
Knox pioneered OutDry technology for winter gloves with their Zero, launched earlier this year. Based on a patented lamination process, the waterproof and breathable membrane is bonded directly to the glove’s external shell by the action of pressure and temperature, preventing water from collecting between the outer shell and membrane.
With drum-dyed aniline leather on the fingers and back of the hand, and a tough yet supple goat leather and Amara Grip Pad with silicon for increased feel and grip on the controls, the Zero uses top grade materials.
Protection is also important in a winter glove, as wet and icy conditions can increase the risk of accident, so the ZERO features Knox’s Low Profile Scaphoid Protection System with abrasion resistant Shoeller Keprotec reinforcement at the palm.
Produced in sizes XS-XXL. For further information contact Knox on 01900 825 825.
Features
- KNOX is the leading innovator of impact protection.
- OutDry waterproof bonded climate membrane.
- Scaphoid Protection System (SPS) pads on palm.
- Covered knuckle & finger protection.
- Super resistence power to wind, rain and snow.
- BOA lacing wrist adjustment for perfect fit.
- Breathable all-weather performance.
- Thinsulate against windchill.
The Review;
Knox are really famous for their clothing armour and back protection but in recent years have started to produce gloves and their Knox Android gloves have been revolutionary in the gloves market and have flown off the shelves in large numbers!
The OutDry gloves are well-built, waterproof and really do look the part. The build-quality really is second-to-none, with excellent protection and superb stitching all round. They should last you for years to some and I cannot imagine anything else I would want around my hand and wrist than the Knox glove.
Featuring the Knox dialled-in closure system which stands up well to the test, even when removing your gloves several times a day, it takes just a few seconds to secure and also helps to eliminate tight spots. A velcro strap is also provided around the wrist, although not necessary is does provide the user with additional comfort.
HOWEVER, the gloves are very thick and take ages to break-in BUT are recommended for the wet UK winter weather we are bound to get!
Highly recommended!
Knox have quickly established themselves at the forefront of the motorcycle glove development and a leading manufacturer in this area in only a short space of time. | 
