The Holeshot Pro is the updated version of the popular Holeshot, featuring contemporary aesthetics & added features, while retaining all that made the original a top choice for riders. Designed with your daily commute in mind, the Holeshot Pro offers enhanced comfort and protection for both city use and weekend rides. It ensures high airflow through the 3D air mesh panel on the back of the hand, while providing maximum protection with perforated goatskin leather on the palm. Additionally, KNOX SPS sliders are integrated into the palm to prevent scaphoid injuries caused by the grab effect during a fall.
The Holeshot Pro is CE tested and confirmed to meet Level 1 requirements by Intertek UK. It also exceeds Level 1 or meets Level 2 requirements for restraint, impact abrasion resistance, and knuckle impact protection.
WHAT COMES WITH THE PRODUCT
- 1 Pair of Holeshot Pro Semi Gauntlet Hybrid Riding Gloves
Impact Protection for Wrist with Carbon Fibre slider
The Holeshot Pro now features carbon fibre wrist sliders with underlying EVA padding to protect the ulna bones. Memory foam padding and TPR protectors on the fingers provide robust impact protection.
Meets CE Level 1 & exceeds Level 2 for key metrics
Palm Abrasion Protection as measured by mean abrasion time on palm area - 6X Level 2 standard
Knuckle Impact Protection as measured by mean transmitted peak force on the knuckles - 2X Level 2 standard
Wrist Closure Resistance measured as force held for 30 seconds - Meets Level 2 standard
Impact Protection that is comfortable
Hard protectors on the Holeshot Pro help deflect impact on the knuckles, and carbon fibre wrist sliders protect the ulna bones. To ensure the right fit, these knuckle protectors are made in two sizes, offering better coverage across different hand sizes. The additonal layer of memory foam is placed under the protectors for enhanced coverage and added comfort.
Patented low profile KNOX SPS 303
The patented Knox Scaphoid Protection System (SPS), made from Knox's latest abrasion-resistant LDPE material, eliminates the grab effect when the palm contacts the road during a crash, providing robust protection. We chose the low-profile KNOX SPS 303 to ensure it doesn't interfere with everyday use, and its placement has been approved by Knox headquarters in London.
Goatskin for enhanced abrasion protection
The Holeshot Pro features durable, lightweight, and naturally water-resistant goatskin leather. We maintained the leather thickness at the optimal level (1.2 to 1.5mm) to ensure enhanced abrasion resistance and extended service life.
Finger impact protection with in-built accordion
The gloves feature TPR protectors and memory foam padding on the fingers for impact protection. The TPR protectors are designed with an integrated accordion structure, allowing comfortable stretch while operating the clutch and brake.
Excellent Ventilation & Breathability
Constructed with heavy-duty 3D air mesh and perforated leather, these gloves ensure maximum airflow, making them perfect for the hot, humid Indian weather!
Silicone SuperGrip for enhanced grip on controls
The special SuperGrip panels on the palm provide superior grip, enabling a light hold on the handlebars for smooth throttle operation without strain.
Phone Friendly for BOTH hands!
The Holeshot Pro features strategically placed conductive leather panels on the index finger and thumb tips of both hands, allowing you to use your smartphone during quick breaks or stops without removing the gloves. This conductive leather mimics a conductive path, making it effortless to operate touch-sensitive electronic devices. These panels are placed on the fingertips as well - allowing you to pinch and zoom easily.
Visor wiper for the rainy rides
Based on customer feedback, the Holeshot Pro features a strategically placed soft wiper on the left hand to assist in cleaning the helmet visor during rainy conditions.
Extra visibility with 3M reflective piping
The Holeshot Pro features 3M reflective piping on the finger accordions to enhance visibility at night.
Handy clip
The ViaTerra standard mini clip allows for the gloves to be held together as a pair
Putting on and taking off may be slightly difficult, because the wrist area is narrowed down for safety reasons. This is done to prevent the gloves from coming off your hands during a crash and to offer a snug fit. You may find the Knox SPS on the palm to be uncomfortable in the first try. But just like any protective gear, over a period of time you will get used to it so you do not even notice it. These devices are incorporated in the gloves is to ensure you are well protected when you most need it.
In our research, we found that the palm size and the finger length are not in the same proportion for everyone (that makes each of us unique in the truest sense!). In such cases, primary area of fitment should always be the palm area, even if you are to be left with some extra room near your fingertips. We have used hard protectors to maximise protection and longevity. While we have added an additional foam layer underneath them, they may feel a bit too hard at the beginning. Thinner and more flexible knuckle protectors are not very effective during a crash and do not last long either.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | |
| Length (cm) | 17.8-18.4 | 18.5-19.1 | 19.2-19.8 | 19.9-20.5 | 20.6-21.2 | 21.3-21.9 |
| Circumference (cm) | 17-18.5 | 18.5-20 | 20-21.5 | 21.5-23 | 23-24.5 |
24.5-26 |
- Putting on and taking off may be slightly difficult, because the wrist area is narrowed down for safety reasons. This is done to prevent the gloves from coming off your hands during a crash and to offer a snug fit.
- If you have never used gloves with a pinky bridge you may find it odd or uncomfortable. Give it a few days of riding and you will get used to it. Remember, any protective gear is relatively uncomfortable to wear compared to riding without any protection.
- You may find the Knox SPS on the palm to be uncomfortable in the first try. But just like any protective gear, over a period of time you will get used to it so you do not even notice it. These devices are incorporated in the gloves is to ensure you are well protected when you most need it.
- In our research, we found that the palm size and the finger length are not in the same proportion for everyone (that makes each of us unique in the truest sense!). In such cases, primary area of fitment should always be the palm area, even if you are to be left with some extra room near your fingertips.
- We have used high density TPU to maximise protection and longevity. While we have added an additional foam layer underneath the TPU, they may feel a bit too hard at the beginning. Thinner and more flexible knuckle protectors are not very effective during a crash and do not last long either.
ViaTerra gloves use full-grain goat leather that is naturally water-resistant. This means that the gloves do not get ruined if they get wet in rains. However, when leather gets wet, the oils get stripped from the leather – this will stiffen the leather and eventually cause it to crack. Think of it as your skin after taking a bath – you need to moisturize to replace the natural oils in your skin removed by the water. So, what matters for your gloves is what you do after it gets wet. Here is a step by step process to keep your glove well cared for and last longer.
- If your gloves get wet, dry the gloves by pressing softly with an absorbent towel.
- If there are stains, clean the gloves by hand with a pH neutral leather cleaner using a damp cloth or a soft-bristled brush. DO NOT USE HOT WATER
- DO NOT allow your gloves to come in contact with solvents (do not use fabric softener!), fuel, or cleaning agents. DO NOT use any kind of CHEMICAL or ALCOHOL-BASED product.
- Do not use a washing machine or high-pressure devices to clean the gloves, as high temperatures and pressure will damage the leather.
- Do not place your gloves near, or let your gloves get into contact with a direct heat source – this will harden the leather and lead to damage. Also dry the gloves indoors away from direct sunlight where there is good ventilation.
- Just before the gloves are completely dry, put the gloves on and shape them to your hand while still damp. Remove the gloves gently, trying to retain this shape in the gloves and allow it to continue drying.
- After the gloves are completely dry, apply a good quality leather conditioner. This is very important. Properly treated and conditioned (oiled) leather will breathe and the internal microfibers will move freely in the leather. Use a good quality leather conditioner that will allow the leather to breathe. Apply conditioner generously and rub it into the leather. Allow the conditioner to soak into the gloves and reapply (you can do this in the sun). Wipe off any excess conditioner and make sure the gloves are not slick on the motorcycle controls.
- Make sure that your gloves are completely dry before you store them. When gloves are stored wet or in a non-ventilated area, this may cause deformations and ruin your gloves, not to mention this allows mildew to grow on the leather causing discoloration and damage.