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Alpinestars Tourer W-7 V2 Drystar

8.2/ 10

A winter glove with a Drystar membrane and Thinsulate insulation: dry, warm hands without charging batteries.

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Winter touring glove with a waterproof Drystar membrane, Thinsulate insulation, long cuff, touchscreen leather palm and EN 13594:2015 Level 1 KP.

Why it stands out

The Tourer W-7 V2 is a proper winter glove: a waterproof Drystar membrane, Thinsulate insulation (150 g on the back, 100 g in the palm) and a long cuff so no air gets in at the wrist.

Key figures

  • Certified to EN 13594:2015 Level 1 KP.
  • Waterproof, breathable Drystar.
  • Conductive leather palm: touchscreen fingertips for your phone or sat nav.
  • Viscoelastic knuckle protection.

Our verdict

If you ride all winter and do not want to rely on batteries, this is our pick. For extreme cold, a heated glove like the HT-5 is warmer.

In short

The good and the not so good

Pros

  • Waterproof Drystar membrane
  • Thinsulate insulation
  • Long cuff that closes over the sleeve
  • Touchscreen fingertips

Cons

  • Less feel than a thin glove
  • Too warm above about 15 °C
  • Soft, not hard, knuckle protection
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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Are the Alpinestars Tourer W-7 V2 Drystar certified?

Yes: EN 13594:2015 Level 1 KP. Level 1 covers most road gloves and KP means the knuckle protection is certified too. UK law does not require gloves for everyday riding, but you need suitable gloves for CBT and the test.

Are the Alpinestars Tourer W-7 V2 Drystar waterproof?

Yes, they have a waterproof, breathable Drystar membrane. They are insulated winter gloves: above about 15 °C they run warm.

Do the Alpinestars Tourer W-7 V2 Drystar work with touchscreens?

Yes, they have touchscreen fingertips, handy for using your phone or sat nav at stops without taking them off.

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