Alpinestars TECH-1 K RACE S. GL

Alpinestars Youth Tech-1 K Race S V2 Karting Gloves - Optimal Grip & Comfort

Shop the Alpinestars Youth Tech-1 K Race S V2 Karting Gloves. Lightweight, high-grip, and comfortable for young racers. Features touchscreen compatibility and superior feel.

The Alpinestars Youth Tech-1 K Race S V2 Gloves are engineered to deliver a perfect blend of durability, comfort, and enhanced feel for the junior karting enthusiast. This lightweight sports glove features a new construction of polyester bonded with polymesh, designed to offer superior performance in warm weather conditions while maintaining excellent fit and feel. The glove incorporates internal seams for a smooth, irritation-free feel and synthetic suede leather on the palm to maximize comfort, feedback, and grip on the steering wheel. Enhanced control is achieved through an ergonomically designed silicone print pattern on the palm and fingers, promoting better mobility and a non-slip grip. The use of mesh and Lycra fourchettes (the fabric between the fingers) ensures optimal airflow, flexibility, and ventilation. Designed for convenience, the gloves include Alpinestars' open cuff design with a $180^\circ$ elasticated wrist for easy and secure entry. A key modern feature is the touchscreen compatible print on the thumb and index fingers, allowing young drivers to use mobile devices without removing their gloves. Finished with an aggressive, digitally printed aesthetic, the Tech-1 K Race S V2 is the ideal choice for aspiring champions.

Best Uses

1. Competitive Junior Kart Racing: Providing the essential grip, feel, and durability for high-performance youth racing.
2. Recreational Karting: Offering high comfort and ventilation for fun track days and regular practice.
3. Warm Weather Driving: The lightweight, polyester-mesh construction is ideal for maximum comfort in hot conditions.
4. Karting Practice & Training: Excellent feedback and feel for developing fine control of the kart.
5. Sim Racing (Sim-Racing): Highly effective grip and lightweight construction translate well to virtual racing setups.

Features

1. Lightweight Polyester-Mesh Construction: Offers optimal feel and high comfort, especially in warm climates.
2. Ergonomic Silicone Palm Print: Features a new design on the palm and fingers for superior mobility, grip, and control.
3. Touchscreen Compatible Fingertips: Allows for the use of mobile devices (timing apps, etc.) without removing the gloves.
4. Synthetic Suede Palm: Provides high levels of durability, comfort, and direct feel on the steering wheel.
5. Mesh and Lycra Fourchettes: Ensures exceptional ventilation, flexibility, and comfort between the fingers.

Benefits

1. Enhanced Comfort: The lightweight construction, internal seams, and ventilated materials keep hands comfortable and reduce fatigue over long sessions.
2. Superior Control: The combination of synthetic suede and the advanced silicone grip pattern ensures a firm, non-slip hold on the steering wheel for maximum steering input accuracy.
3. Easy On/Off and Secure Fit: The $180^\circ$ elasticated wrist and open cuff design allow for quick entry while maintaining a snug and secure fit during aggressive driving.
4. Increased Durability: Constructed with high-quality polyester and synthetic suede to withstand the rigors of karting use.
5. Convenience at the Track: Touchscreen compatibility means no need to remove gloves to check race data or use a phone.