Tankwa Glove Dakar Black

Description

The Tankwa Glove Dakar Black is a good summer glove that offers both great ventilation and protection for the rider. The Tankwa Glove Dakar Black has been developed and tested by South African riders and manufactured in Pakistan.

Features:

• Ventilating Mesh fabric on top of the hand.
• Single Layer Nubuck cowhide on the palm for maximum feel.
• Pre-curved fingers for more comfort.
• Twin overlay in high wear areas.
• Moulded fabric knuckle protector.
• Moulded fabric finger protectors

What is the purpose of protective gear for bikers/ motorcyclists?

• Improved Visibility – Many riders choose higher-visibility gear. Bright colours and retroreflective strips are common on quality equipment and make the riders more visible to other road users such as motorists, truck drivers and even pedestrians.
• Abrasion Resistance – Thick, tough leather provides the most abrasion resistance in a crash, but fabrics such as Cordura, kevlar and ballistic nylon provide significant protection too. In addition, fabrics are generally cheaper, easier to maintain, waterproof, and more comfortable in hot weather. Thick leather, which affords the most abrasion resistance, can be uncomfortable in high temperatures, may cause heat stress & loss of control with insufficient fluid replacement. Some gear is constructed of fabrics made into a ‘mesh’ that provides cooling and a stable surface for the attachment of padding
• Padding – Quality jackets and pants provide significant extra padding in the vulnerable joint regions. This can take the form of simple foam padding, or dual-density foam that stiffens when compressed, sometimes with plastic or carbon fibre outer-shells that distribute the impact across the pad. Integrated pieces can be found in some jackets.
• Weather Protection – an important aspect of protective clothing is protection from the elements. Extreme weather can make a long ride unbearable or dangerous. Gear needs to provide protection from wind, rain and cold.

Read this blog for more information on wearing protection.