Shimano Women's Explorer Long Gloves. For a well-designed, full-fingered Cycling Glove that's both lightweight and breathable the Shimano Women's Explorer Long Gloves are a great choice. Shimano has developed their own Poron XRD padding to smooth out rough terrain while the synthetic leather palm's tacky grip ensures your hands stay firmly in place on the handlebars. The back of the Cycling Glove is a minimalist marvel as it's optimized to wick away moisture for warmer weather comfort. Furthermore, it's rated UPF 50+ for protection from the sun's rays.