Motorcycle gloves that work well for men won’t necessarily work well for women. Men’s hands generally are larger, have thicker fingers, and the motorcycle gloves men wear often times won’t work well for  women. The best motorcycle gloves for women is one that incorporates many design elements that make the glove more suitable for women and the special needs of their hands.more Slender Fit When you are looking for a good motorcycle glove for women, it is best to find one that has a slender fit. Thicker gloves that are designed to accept a man’s hand generally will have a...

Happy Mother’s Day to all you biker babes with babes of your own. I for one am glad my mom’s a biker – well sort of a biker. She doesn’t have her own bike. She rides with my dad. But she’s a biker just the same. I knew growing up that I wouldn’t have to fight to buy my own motorcycle. Since I’d grown up on an old Harley Sportster, it was only a matter of time before I’d be taking a cruise with my parents.  Here’s a list of reasons why I’m glad my mom’s a biker babe. I’d...

You always knew your mom was special. After all, how many of your friends can say their mom is a motorcycle rider? When Mother’s Day rolls around again, you want to get something really special for mom. Since she loves riding so much, it’s a great plan to get her something motorcycle-related. Here are 10 gift ideas for your biker Mom.   Motorcycle Charm Bracelet Sure, mom likes to ride, but she likes jewelry too. Find a charm bracelet you think she’d like and personalize is with motorcycle-related charms and sparkles. Then, even when she’s dressed up and in a...

Let’s face it men. We’re terrible at giving gifts most of the time. Valentine’s Day is no exception. Why go with the same ol’ thing… chocolate is played out, flowers die and lingerie is a tough buy? But if your better half rides a motorcycle, women’s gloves that fit just right could set you up for success!  Finding the right women’s motorcycle gloves can be almost as tricky as finding the right lingerie. But it doesn’t have to be a Valentine’s horror story. With the right direction, you can get the gift that keeps on giving every riding season. Here are a...

A discussion on our Facebook page pointed out just how frustrating it can be for woman riders to find the right gear. It’s 2015 … … but women STILL have trouble finding what they need. What’s a rider to do? What Women Riders Want:  Fit and Performance is Key Here’s what we hear from riders: –  Most important is protection.  Women riders don’t have to have had an accident to know how important it is to protect hands.  Even if we haven’t had that experience personally, we all know someone who has. –  Next comes fit and comfort.  Women riders do best with gloves specifically designed...

When you have a motorcycle gear/travel/maintenance question, do you search for answers online? Do you consult forums or motorcycle blogs? That’s what we do … and by now, we have a list of our favorite “go-to” resources for all things motorcycle, from forums to blogs and online magazines. Today, we wanted to share some of our favorite women bloggers — some of the world’s most accomplished women motorcycle riders. Most have a unique passion or expertise — photography, motorcycle camping, motorcycle safety — but in every case, each has ridden extensively and can be counted on for a wealth of...

Forget the girlie pink, flowers, embroidery, and sparkles – If you ride, you need serious impact protection. You also need motorcycle gloves that stay cool in warm weather, add warmth when temperatures drop, and allow you to grip the controls well, without being to big or too small. And an affordable alternative to higher-priced gloves would be nice too, wouldn’t it? Here’s how to get what you need, when shopping for women’s motorcycle gloves. Why Women's Motorcycle Gloves vs. Men’s Gloves? When it comes to motorcycle gloves, women and men’s needs are the same — protective gloves that fit and...

Women motorcycle riders need gear and apparel made specifically for them. Motorcycle gloves are no exception. Women riders experience the same temperature extremes, numbness and fatigue from vibration, and need for hand protection as male riders. But, women often have smaller hands and longer fingers than men and need a women’s motorcycle glove, not just a small men’s glove. Here are the inside tips on how to find the perfect motorcycle glove to fit your hands, and your riding needs. Choosing the Right Motorcycle Glove  There are a few important points to consider before you start shopping. Browsing a selection of women’s motorcycle...

With more women riding motorcycles, your favorite rider can be your sister, aunt, grandmother or friend. Liven up Mother’s Day with ideas from this gift guide that would warm any motorcycle mama’s heart. Chocolate, flowers or cards are lovely, but choosing something specifically related to motorcycles –  from great new riding gear to cool biker jewelry – would be a fun and unique way to honor her on this special day. Gear Ideas for Women Motorcycle Riders: For the high-tech mom, a Bluetooth headset which connects to helmets, so you can communicate with your co-pilot. Specialized motorcycle luggage is always a winning idea. Panniers or saddlebags...

Here’s the key: gloves need to fit just right.  We know some women will try to get by with a men’s size small glove … and some women can. But the scale and proportion of a woman’s hand truly is different.  We design gloves specifically for women — not only to make them feminine from a style perspective — but to make them fit. Truth is, fit complaints are the #1 concern of riders of BOTH sexes.  We suggest that you purchase gloves specifically designed to fit a woman’s hand, not scaled down versions of a mans gloves. Want to know...

Winter Motorcycle Gloves: Product Review Marilyn Elmore Bragg is a motorcycle rider, photographer, and writer who occasionally writes for Olympia Gloves. She was given a pair of Ladies Olympia Aventador gloves (Style 4295) to road test this winter. After wearing them for about 300 miles, here’s her review Review: Olympia Ladies Aventador Gloves (Style 4295)  by Marilyn Elmore Bragg I live in the foothills of North East Tennessee. We don’t see many days when our daytime temps fall into the teens or single digits.  It happens, but not for weeks on end. For the most part we are able to enjoy our...

Spring poses new challenges for the motorcycle rider! Chilly mornings mean you need a warm glove, for comfort.  For warmer afternoon temperatures, protection and comfort become key factors. What’s a rider to do? Today, a rider sent us just this question, with an extra twist: finding warm gloves that fit her small hands! Justine T. writes: “…I am in search of a good winter riding glove in 20 – 30 degree temps. I have small hands and difficulty finding gloves that fit. If the finger length is good then the web is too small and I can not open my...