brasch wrote:
When I mean Racing, obviously on a Road bike with other people.
As for crashing in other scenarios, doesn’t happen to me. Really, I dont remember the last time a had a solo crash, so no reason to wear gloves, other than cold fingers.
The few times I’ve tried it, it didn’t really increase comfort for me either
I don't have a history of crashing on the bike either, and yet I wear gloves, and a helmet. Why? Gosh, is it possible that if one does crash, that first time will in fact be the first time?
I also drive a car with high safety rating and wear a seat belt, plus I put my kids in high quality child car seats. I've never had a car crash, and yet I do these things. I'm clearly missing something!
You're entitled to decide you're willing to take the chance on the basis it hasn't happened yet and may not, but it's not rational to say
"so no reason to wear gloves...." There IS a reason. It's simply that you apparently prefer not to wear them and weigh that as more important than the potential protection they provide against crash injury. Legitimate decision, but don't pretend you're not taking a risk.