Freewheel Bike Glove
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Lightweight and breathable gloves for total control on the trail
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"These gloves feel like an extension of my hands on the bike. The breathable mesh back keeps them cool on hot rides, and the synthetic suede palm gives me just the right amount of grip on my bars. I love the minimalist, no-closure cuff—it fits snugly without any bulk. Plus, they’re touchscreen-compatible, so I can check my maps without taking them off."
When we're charging down fast descents or grinding up technical climbs, the right gloves make all the difference. The Freewheel Mountain Bike Gloves from Outdoor Research deliver that perfect balance of breathability, grip, and lightweight comfort for all-day rides. With a poly mesh back to keep airflow high and a perforated synthetic suede palm for reliable traction, these gloves feel as close to no-glove riding as we can get—without sacrificing protection.
Built for trail riders who value control, the Freewheel gloves feature a bonded stretch cuff for a secure fit without velcro, touchscreen compatibility for on-the-go navigation, and a soft sweat wipe for those warmer days. With strategically placed seams on the index finger for enhanced dexterity on brake levers, these gloves help us stay locked in and ready to tackle any line ahead.
Details
- Lightweight, breathable gloves designed for mountain biking
- Poly mesh back promotes airflow for cool, dry hands on long rides
- Perforated synthetic suede palm delivers grip and durability
- Bonded stretch cuff offers a snug, bulk-free fit without velcro
- Touchscreen-compatible fingertips for easy navigation on the go
- Soft thumb sweat wipe provides added comfort on hot days
- Optimized index finger seams enhance dexterity for brake control
- Item #ODRZ92P
- Material
- [back of hand] 87% nylon, 13% spandex, [fourchettes] 78% nylon, 22% spandex, [palm] 100% polyurethane synthetic suede, [sweat wipe] 100% polyester
- Closure
- stretch cuff
- Claimed Weight
- 3.5oz
- Activity
- cross-country, downhill, enduro, trail
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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4 based on 7 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 21, 2025
Great Warm Weather Glove
Great glove, some issues with the cuff not holding up to regular use. Vents well and has great bar feel and feedback.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
January 2, 2025
Best Gloves
I bought these last spring and I am so happy I did. They are the best fitting bike, run, etc gloves that I have ever owned. They are very well constructed, breathe well and fit perfectly. The grip is excellent and the finger actually will work with your phone. I will be buying another pair.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
May 4, 2024
Breathable, not exactly durable
I love the breathability of these gloves. Here in VA we have a solid 3-4 months very humid, hot weather that having a breathable glove option is such a life saver. These have become my go-to to grab off the shelf when I head out. That being said, I'm not sure I would want to take a real fall in these things. I don't think my hands, or the gloves, would make it. For a future version of this glove, I recommend adding a leather or reinforced palm, but keeping the mesh on the back of the hand. The mesh adds a nice, lightweight snug-ness. The fingers work great for setting my smart-watch out on the mountain; I don't have to take them off for the touch screen to respond.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
April 25, 2024
No, I would not buy again
The gloves are good made from good materials, like the no velcro at the wrist. But the pattern is weird and needs to be adjusted. I bought a medium and feels a little loose with the stretch. This is ok. The fingers are super long, with extra fabric i can pinch at the ends. Except for the pinky finger which is short. Its really odd. I'm a huge fan of OR products! But this one they did not get right on the first rendition. Take the pattern back to the drawing board and I'll try them again next year.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
April 19, 2024
Solid warm weather gloves for trail riding.
The Freewheel Gloves are a solid pair of gloves for warm weather riding. I gave them a test in Florida while on work trip while exploring the Santos Trails. My first impression was that my fingers looked different in the gloves and they felt cheap. I didn't think they would last too long. After about a month of testing and weekly riding the gloves seems to be hold up pretty well. I would rate them a solid spring to summer weather gloves. The touch screen tech is very tactical when messaging or changing playlists. The grip is solid when used with soft compound gloves and they hold up well when running them through the washer and air drying them after dirt hero rides. I would wish I would have purchased the black pair over the silver color. If you are riding XC these would be great gloves. If enduro and bike park are your style, I would upgrade to the leather palm set.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 14, 2024
Nice lightweight breathable bike glove
I ordered a pair of these and the leather ones to try. I sent back the leather ones because the fingers were long, they may have shortened after getting wet but didn't want to take the chance. These are nice and lightweight. Used these a couple of times and they will be great for when it gets hot. The back is super breathable. There is no closure like on the leather ones. I'm not sure how this will stand the test of time...time will tell. When I pull these on the back rolls sometimes, if this stretches over time it may could make the back loose. Will have to use for a while and report back. I have barley used these but I like to see reviews before I buy and wanted to get my limited beta out there. I have always liked the quality of OR gloves so nice to see they are making MTB gloves.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 6, 2024
Touchscreen compatible MTB glove for the trails
I'm a strong Intermediate / Advanced rider who prefers spicy blue and black trails, and the PNW weather where I live keeps me on my toes all year long. The good news? Outdoor Research's Freewheel Mountain Bike Gloves were durable, yet breathable and quick to dry. Galbraith Mountain in Washington State has so many twisty trail options and I loved that I could pull out my phone and use the touchscreen compatible gloves to figure out which direction to go. The synthetic suede palm gloves gripped my handlebar tight and the glove material itself fit nicely underneath my rain jacket. These are universal sizing, so double-check the size chart before ordering. I'm a true women's medium and will most likely order a small next time around. The Titanium is a really pretty off-white / grey color and the trail mud and dirty came out easily in the wash after use. Super excited that OR is making moves in the bike industry now. ü§òüèºüö≤ Note: Outdoor Research gave me this free product to try in exchange for my honest review.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
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