The Mangrove 2 is a light, ventilated summer motorcycle glove with a short cuff. The appetite for adventure does not require much imagination here, but the key word is ‘light’: light in design and even lighter in terms of wearing comfort.
This Mangrove 2 combines a clean, short construction with materials that go by names such as ‘technical mesh fabric’, ‘soft and flexible microfibre’ and ‘ballistic mesh panelling’.
A striking design element of the Mangrove 2 motorcycle gloves is the characteristic, flexible, extended knuckle protector in thermoplastic rubber. It provides impact protection and enough visual character to make the Mangrove 2 an entry‑level adventure motorcycle glove that punches above its weight as soon as you put it on.
Microfibre, 4‑way stretch, PWR|Shell 600D stretch, PWR|Stretch mesh and leather: the list of specific, functional materials is long. More important is the end result: the Mangrove 2 is a motorcycle glove that is ventilated yet robust enough to inspire confidence. The focus lies largely on ventilation. The 3D air mesh, ventilated fabric and openings integrated into the knuckle protector ensure dry, cool hands.
Another focus area is just as closely linked to material choices and terminology: TPR‑injected knuckle, PWR|Shield on the palm, TPR‑injected finger‑knuckle protectors, TPR little‑finger knuckle, memory foam under the knuckle protector, memory foam on the palm, memory foam at the thumb and a TPR thumb protector all contribute to safety. And to grip. And to a direct feel at the handlebars. And to feedback.
Looking past the technical terminology, you see a flexible, pleasant, fresh and soft‑feeling motorcycle glove. Never harsh. No hard shells, no unyielding surfaces, just all the flexibility needed to follow your movements.
The Mangrove 2 is a short motorcycle glove. In many cases there will probably be a small gap between sleeve end and cuff. For a motorcycle glove that puts ventilation and cool hands first, that is of course not a problem.
A Velcro strap keeps everything neatly in the right place. A small pull loop makes the motorcycle glove easier to put on, and the reflective detailing that is present is suitably subtle.
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