There’s nothing particularly fancy about the Polyester/Nylon mix but the fit is spot on and is on par with more boutique brands. Crucial to the design's success are the waterproof membrane and extended cuffs that slide perfectly over those of a winter training jacket or jersey, keeping rain and chill firmly at bay. The slim-line thermal fleece lining provides a tactile, yet temperate inner climate that doesn’t bunch up or feel clammy during prolonged efforts in milder weather. Dexterity is pretty good too, allowing computers, lights and quick roadside adjustments to be completed without their removal, which can make all the difference on cold rides.
Leatherette palms look Spartan alongside the latest generation of Ulnar defending gel sections but to their credit, provide good damping from road vibration even with common or garden glossy bar wraps. These can be notoriously slippery in the wet but silicone reflective chevrons on the middle and index fingers inspire confidence-especially braking or changing gear.
Made from a reflective Scotchlite material means they’re great for acknowledging other riders and courteous drivers too. So to the water-repellence, well the material keeps even driving rain out for a couple of hours, they did fail the extreme test of rescuing an ejected bottle from a river which saw them waterlogged in 40 seconds flat. However, the long terry thumb wipe is perfect for runny noses and reflective detailing provides some welcome night time security, especially when signalling.
Make and model: dhb Amberley glove
Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?
The Amberley are a generic water proof winter glove with good comfort, dexterity and detailing at a very reasonable price.
Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?
75% polyester, 15% nylon, &5% elastane mix. Water-proof PU membrane, slimline thermal lining, leatherette padded palms, relective detailing and silicone finger grips.
Rate the product for quality of construction:
7/10
Rate the product for performance:
8/10
Does most things very well
Rate the product for durability:
7/10
Rate the product for weight, if applicable:
7/10
Rate the product for comfort, if applicable:
8/10
Rate the product for value:
9/10
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
There's no doubt the Amberley does most things very well, although it is better described as water-resistant rather than waterproof. However, this is only a consideration in the foulest of conditions. Dexterity and comfort are excellent with long cuffs sliding over jersey/training jackets keeping the elements firmly at bay.
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
Great fit, dexterity, comfort and styling.
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
Nothing
Did you enjoy using the product? Yes
Would you consider buying the product? Yes
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes
Age: 36 Height: 1m 81 Weight: 70 kilos
I usually ride: Rough Stuff Tourer Based around 4130 Univega mtb Frameset My best bike is: 1955 Holdsworth Road Path and several others including cross & traditional road
I've been riding for: Over 20 years I ride: Most days I would class myself as: Experienced
I regularly do the following types of riding: cyclo cross, commuting, touring, fixed/singlespeed, mtb,
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