Do racing gloves make THAT much of a difference?

M3 Esq · 12-04-2013, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by LiM3y

Wearing gloves makes it feel like someone else is doing it. The poor man's version is to sit on your hands for 20 minutes before your session.

I believe that's called the stranger.

bigjae1976 · 12-04-2013, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by LiM3y

Wearing Depends adds an extra degree of muscular freedom that makes driving on the limit that little bit easier too.

[However, make sure you have enough roof-helmet clearance before using this application.]

So gloves + racing suit + Depends on the outside = 1,000% awesomeness?

jml · 12-04-2013, 11:15 PM

helps a lot if you're on fire as well

E92inSG · 12-04-2013, 11:47 PM

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx...3#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

Sleeper519 · 12-04-2013, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jml

helps a lot if you're on fire as well

^ what, the Depends? only if their nomex...

Actually not a bad idea. could market that product to the geriatric racer. you know like, fire-retardant Huggies. for those looong enduro races.

admranger · 12-04-2013, 11:57 PM

When I wear gloves, I'm able to more than drive flat out.

E92inSG · 12-05-2013, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by admranger

When I wear gloves, I'm able to more than drive flat out.

More than flat out! Now I'm excited.

bigjae1976 · 12-05-2013, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by E92inSG

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

http://www.kensairacing.com/index.ph...d=254&parent=0

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!

Actually, gloves are a waste. I really drive slower with them.

Seriously, good purchase!

bkrM3 · 12-05-2013, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by E92inSG

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

http://www.kensairacing.com/index.ph...d=254&parent=0

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!

Dang! Those a suh-weet

RON1X · 12-05-2013, 11:00 AM

I just started wearing gloves at track events (Alpine Stars) and it makes me feel a lot more comfortable, generally speaking. My hands sweat due to the adrenaline, so it gives me more confidence that my hands won't slip. This thread is hilarious.

askjeeves · 12-05-2013, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by E92inSG

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx...3#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

These are the ones that I have and I love them. Curious where you bought them from? Might invest in a second pair for the right price.

pkimM3r · 12-05-2013, 04:17 PM

pkimM3r · 12-05-2013, 04:19 PM

or this....to instantly turn your car into a muscle car.

E92inSG · 12-05-2013, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by askjeeves

Quote:

Originally Posted by E92inSG

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx...3#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

These are the ones that I have and I love them. Curious where you bought them from? Might invest in a second pair for the right price.

Unfortunately I'm in Singapore. Got them at my local alpinestars dealer for US$115 after currency conversion.

03///m3 · 12-05-2013, 06:59 PM

Yes I believe they make a difference. I vote for puma. I also like sparco.

Sleeper519 · 12-05-2013, 07:59 PM

I resisted getting gloves for a long time because i didn't want to mask the tactile feel of bare hands on the wheel. but i ran across a 50% off pair of G-Force reverse-seam gloves (red, of course) at my local shop and now I won't drive without em. love em!

Car54 · 12-12-2013, 10:20 PM

I even wear gloves when I'm out with a student. Mine are red (fastest color) so if the shit hits the fan, I can either help grab hot shit or direct traffic. I like them when I drive to get the GT3's pointed by.

Car54 · 12-12-2013, 10:21 PM

Edit: GT3 Cup Cars or RS...not the regular ones because they're peers.

Crimson92 · 12-13-2013, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by E92inSG

Reading this thread just made me go out and buy these yesterday.

Alpinestars Tech 1 ZX - RED!
http://www.alpinestars.com/tech-1-zx...3#.UqCSC-KpqM0

got them MUCH lower than MSRP!

That's what I'm using, same color. Love them.

USCTrojanMan29 · 12-13-2013, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Car54

Edit: GT3 Cup Cars or RS...not the regular ones because they're peers.

Longboarder · 12-19-2013, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 03///m3

Yes I believe they make a difference. I vote for puma. I also like sparco.

I tried on just about every race glove and agree with Puma and Sparco.

The AlpineStars provided zero grip on the steering wheel and would slide off. Not good.

I ended up with "open wheel" Guanti Tide Neros from Sparco. The individual white pads are actually volcano shapes to prevent vibration...but actually stick to the steering wheel like glue. I can walk up walls with these things like spiderman or a gecko

PrimeBMW · 12-19-2013, 09:57 AM

No they don't. Its all in your head. If your talented your should be able to drive fast in any car and conditions with or without gloves. Now I would recommend them in case of fire.........

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Sleeper519 Captain 68 Rep 869 Posts Drives: 08 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	I resisted getting gloves for a long time because i didn't want to mask the tactile feel of bare hands on the wheel. but i ran across a 50% off pair of G-Force reverse-seam gloves (red, of course) at my local shop and now I won't drive without em. love em! __________________ 2008 M3 Coupe / DCT // StopTech BBK 380/355 / Pagid RS29 / Motul / Apex Arc-8 / BFG R1S / Ground Control / MS filter / Performance spoiler / BPM tune // Road Atlanta 1:39.70 / VIR Full 2:10.87 / Barber 1:42.20
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