The Santini Vega Plus Winter Gloves are built to tackle the coldest rides.Made with an advanced membrane, they provide 4/5 rated wind and rain resistance, keeping your hands dry, warm, and comfortable during harsh winter conditions.
The Santini Vega Plus Winter Gloves are engineered specifically for dedicated cyclists who refuse to let freezing temperatures, biting winds, and seasonal downpours cut their training sessions short.Built with an advanced technical membrane, these premium winter gloves act as an impenetrable barrier against foul weather. They offer a high-level 4/5 rating for wind resistance and water protection, ensuring your microclimate remains warm and dry without trapping sweat inside the glove.
Beyond sheer weather defence, these gloves prioritize long-distance ride comfort and bike control.The palms are reinforced with strategically placed anti-shock gel inserts that actively dampen road vibration and reduce pressure on the ulnar nerve, eliminating the hand numbness often caused by rigid, unpadded winter gear. This clever design ensures you maintain a confident, non-slip grip on your integrated shifters and brake levers, even when navigating slick, rain-soaked descents. Cut with a high cuff to seal perfectly under your favourite winter jacket sleeves, they are the ultimate choice for uncompromising performance throughout your deepest winter training blocks.
Key Features
Advanced Weather Membrane: Delivers exceptional 4/5 windproof and rain-resistant coverage to keep cold air and surface spray away from your skin.
Anti-Shock Gel Palms: Features specialized gel padding across key pressure zones to enhance handlebar comfort and reduce hand fatigue on extended endurance rides.
High-Level Thermal Insulation: Holds a 4/5 insulation rating, trapping essential body heat to keep your fingers nimble and responsive in freezing conditions.
Extended Winter Cuff: Designed with an elongated wrist profile that slots smoothly beneath jacket cuffs to completely eliminate cold air drafts.
Premium Italian Craftsmanship: Built with high-stretch, durable technical fabrics that retain their shape and protective qualities wash after wash.
Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
| Material | Technical winter membrane with thermal synthetic blend |
| Wind Resistance Rating | 4 / 5 |
| Rain Resistance Rating | 4 / 5 |
| Insulation Rating | 4 / 5 |
| Palm Padding | Integrated anti-shock gel inserts |
| Recommended Sizing | Slim Italian fit (Runs small; ordering one size up is highly recommended) |
| Care Instructions | Machine wash at 30°C using liquid detergent; turn inside out; do not tumble dry |
✅ Why This IS For You
✅ The All-Weather Addict: You frequently head out in single-digit temperatures, heavy mist, or winter drizzle and need guaranteed hand protection to stay functional.
✅ Long-Distance Tourers: You suffer from sore palms or numb fingers on extended road or gravel rides and want thick, dampening gel support.
✅ Stealth Kit Enthusiasts: You appreciate a sleek, clean, all-black aesthetic that perfectly matches any brand of premium winter jacket.
✅ Performance-Focused Riders: You want a protective glove that isn't overly bulky, allowing you to easily feel your electronic shifting and mechanical brake levers.
❌ Why This May NOT Be For You
❌ Sub-Tropical Winters: If your local winter climate rarely drops below 12°C, these highly insulated, wind-blocked gloves will quickly cause your hands to overheat.
❌ Riders with Wide Hands: This specific Italian pattern runs notoriously small and slim; if you prefer a loose, relaxed fit, these will feel too restrictive unless sized up considerably.
❌ Touchscreen Dependent Cyclists: Optimized purely for warmth, weather sealing, and handlebar grip, they lack specialized conductive fingertips for mid-ride phone scrolling.
BFC PRO TIP
Because the Santini Vega Plus gloves utilize an advanced technical membrane, they require a bit of care on laundry day to preserve their wind and water protection. Never use powder detergents or fabric softeners, as these leave behind fine chemical residues that clog the membrane pores and ruin the fabric's breathability. Always wash them inside out using a mild liquid detergent at 30°C, and lay them flat to air dry naturally. To speed up drying inside the fingers after a wet ride, gently stuff them with rolled-up newspaper overnight—never place them directly onto a hot radiator!
