Gauntlet gloves are the long-cuff standard for full wrist coverage on the road. This range covers leather and textile builds from Merlin, Macna, Motodry and Five, including waterproof, winter, heated and race options. The extended cuff seals over your jacket sleeve to keep wind, water and debris out at speed.
Merlin Minworth D3O® Heated Gloves Black
Macna Gloves Protego Black M 129757
Macna Thandor Gloves Black/Red
Macna Gloves Protego Fluro 3XL 129962
Macna Gloves Protego Fluro 2XL 129917
Macna Gloves Protego Black 3XL 129955
Macna Gloves Protego Black 2XL 129900
Macna Gloves Protego Fluro M 129764
Macna Gloves Protego Fluro L 129719
Macna Gloves Protego Fluro XL 129863
Macna Gloves Protego Black L 129702
Macna Gloves Protego Black XL 129856
Merlin Gloves Catton III D3O WP Brown L 103123
How to choose a gauntlet glove
The gauntlet cuff is what separates these from short gloves. The longer 80 to 120mm cuff overlaps your jacket sleeve, sealing the wrist gap that short cuffs leave open. That matters in two ways: abrasion protection across the whole wrist joint, and weather sealing against wind chill and rain.
Match the material to your riding
Leather gauntlets deliver the highest abrasion resistance and suit warmer, drier conditions, with full-grain hides rated to EN 17092 AAA, AA or A depending on construction. Textile and laminate builds add waterproof membranes for year-round use. D3O armour at the knuckle absorbs impact at low profile, with CE Level 1 covering most road use and CE Level 2 offering the higher 7kN impact threshold.
| Build | Best for | EN 17092 rating | Knuckle armour | Cuff length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leather | Summer, sport, race | AAA to AA | D3O CE Level 1 to 2 | 90 to 120mm |
| Textile waterproof | Touring, commuting | AA to A | D3O CE Level 1 | 80 to 110mm |
| Heated | Winter, alpine | A | D3O CE Level 1 | 90 to 110mm |
Heated gauntlets from Merlin and Macna run battery elements for sub-5C riding, where a standard winter glove stops being enough. Size by measuring your palm circumference in mm, then confirm finger length so the armour sits over the knuckle, not behind it. A gauntlet should close fully over the sleeve with a 100% sealed wrist strap. Sizing typically runs XS through 3XL.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a gauntlet glove and a short glove?
A gauntlet glove has a long cuff, usually 80 to 120mm, that extends over your jacket sleeve to seal the wrist. Short gloves stop at the wrist. Gauntlets give fuller abrasion coverage of the wrist joint and better weather sealing, which is why they suit touring, sport and cold-weather riding.
Do I need D3O knuckle armour in a gauntlet glove?
Knuckle armour absorbs impact in a crash or low-side. D3O is a soft armour that stays flexible while riding and stiffens on impact. CE Level 1 covers most road use, while CE Level 2 meets a higher impact threshold for sport and race riding. Many gauntlets in this range use D3O at the knuckle.
Are heated gauntlet gloves worth it for winter riding?
Below roughly 5C, a standard winter glove struggles to keep fingers warm enough for safe control. Heated gauntlets from Merlin and Macna run battery-powered elements that keep your hands working, with the long cuff sealing warmth in over the sleeve. They are built for alpine and cold commuting conditions.