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The Lightness 3 Glove keeps grip sharp when temps swing
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I wore these through a ride where the temperature climbed a good 15 degrees between the start and finish, and never had to swap gloves. The silicone grip on the palm held steady even once my hands started sweating a little. These are the gloves I keep in rotation all through fall and spring."
The best gloves for shoulder season aren't the warmest ones, they're the ones that keep up when the ride changes on you halfway through. The Castelli Lightness 3 Glove was built for exactly that unpredictability. A thermal brushed fleece back keeps early chill off your hands, while breathable construction means you're not stuck sweating once the pace and the temperature both pick up.
The contoured palm and silicone grip print keep control consistent whether you're gripping the hoods on a climb or feathering the brakes on a fast descent, and a high-stretch cuff makes these easy to pull on without a fight at a chilly trailhead or parking lot start. It's the glove that adjusts so you don't have to.
Details
- Cool weather glove built for changing seasonal conditions
- Thermoflex back of hand adds warmth with breathability
- Contoured palm improves fit and control on the bars
- Silicone palm print holds grip in all conditions
- CDS damping system smooths out road vibration
- High-stretch cuff makes on and off effortless
- Item #CSTZ85D
- Material
- Thermoflex
- Padding
- CDS (Castelli Damping System)
- Closure
- pull-on
- Activity
- bike
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 2 year
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions suit the Castelli Lightness 3 Glove best?
Castelli rates the Lightness 3 for 12°C–18°C / 53°F–64°F, making its 62 g build a good match for cool spring and fall rides. The brushed-fleece Thermoflex back adds lightweight warmth without making it a deep-cold glove.How should I size the Castelli Lightness 3 Glove?
Measure hand circumference around the knuckles, excluding the thumb: XS is under 18.4 cm, S is 18.4–20.3 cm, M is 20.3–22.2 cm, L is 22.2–24.1 cm, XL is 24.1–26 cm, and XXL is over 26 cm. Aim for a snug cycling fit that doesn’t restrict movement; size down if the palm bunches on the bars.What materials and padding does the Lightness 3 use?
The back of the hand uses Thermoflex, approximately 92% polyester and 8% elastane, with a brushed thermal finish. The palm is approximately 55% polyamide and 45% polyurethane, and Castelli Damping System (CDS) padding helps smooth road vibration.How does the Castelli Lightness 3 Glove grip road-bike handlebars?
Its contoured palm is shaped for a close fit on the bars, while the silicone palm print supports grip on hoods and brake levers. The pull-on, high-stretch cuff makes it easy to put on and remove without a separate closure.Is the Lightness 3 suitable for wet rides, and how should I care for it?
There’s no waterproof membrane or waterproof rating, so this glove is best for dry or lightly damp cycling rather than sustained rain or wet snow. Machine wash at 30°C and tumble dry on a cool setting; avoid bleach, ironing, and dry-cleaning.