Riga Cycling GlovesOn long rides through the Western Ghats or weekend loops around Pune and Hyderabad, small kit choices add up fast. The Santini Riga Cycling Gloves address the basics that matter most in Indian conditions: grip on sweat slicked bars, palm cushioning on rough tarmac, and breathability when temperatures push past 35C. Use Cases Daily training. Padded palms and wicking back for repeat use on training rides. Long endurance rides. Vibration dampening and

but technical moisture-wicking fabric actively pulls sweat from skin and distributes it for faster evaporation — outperforming bare skin during sustained efforts

or navigating Pune's patchy tarmac on a long weekend ride

Road frames with internal Di2 routing will typically use the handlebar-mount version

such as on Western Ghats climbs or during brevet events through Pune and Hyderabad

Service the drivetrain before and after monsoon season to maximise cassette and chain lifespan

A 2x drivetrain is generally lighter and mechanically simpler

humid riding — exactly the conditions you encounter across India from March through October

Kona uses seat-tube-length or S/M/L sizing depending on the model year

Not recommended for oversized or wide-body bottles without verifying clearance

This pack of five gives you enough cartridges to cover multiple rides without restocking constantly

For Indian riders converting to tubeless or refreshing an existing setup

Indian riders should go one size up from their usual — if you typically wear M