Icon Pursuit Gloves

The Icon Pursuit glove pairs a perforated leather and textile chassis with TPR knuckle armor, aimed at riders who want real protection without losing feel for the controls. The palm carries a reinforced slider patch designed to manage impact and slide forces if the hand contacts pavement, while pre-curved fingers keep the hand in a natural grip position rather than fighting the glove's shape. An adjustable hook-and-loop wrist strap secures the fit, and touchscreen-compatible panels on the index finger and thumb let riders operate a phone at a stoplight without removing the gloves. The perforated construction trades some abrasion resistance for airflow, a deliberate choice for a glove built around everyday street riding rather than track-day abuse.

In use, the perforation keeps hands notably cooler than a solid leather glove, and the fit feels comfortable from the first ride rather than needing a break-in period. Clutch and brake feel comes through clearly thanks to the close-fitting construction, and the touchscreen fingertips respond reliably, a step up from gloves where that feature is more gimmick than function. The TPR knuckle armor disperses impact without adding noticeable bulk to the back of the hand, though the perforated panels themselves offer less abrasion resistance than a full leather glove would in a slide. Under frequent hard braking, the palm slider shows wear faster than the rest of the glove, and sizing runs slightly small for wider hands.

These gloves suit street riders who want a do-it-all glove for commuting, weekend rides, and longer highway stretches in moderate climates, prioritizing breathability and tactile feel over maximum crash protection at the knuckles. They're not built for track-day abuse or monsoon commutes, where the perforated panels and lack of waterproofing become real, noticeable limitations rather than minor quirks to live with. Riders with wider hands should size up given the snug fit, and color choices are more limited compared to some rival glove ranges on the market. Against full-leather sport gloves, the Pursuit gives up some abrasion resistance in exchange for comfort and airflow. For daily riding in moderate conditions, it delivers dependable, well-priced performance.