Transition gloves for 5-15 degrees: The best bike gloves with touch function

It gets tricky for cyclists between 5 and 15 degrees: too warm for winter gloves, too cold and too windy for summer models. This is exactly where transition gloves need to impress - and not just in terms of weather protection. The question of how well modern touch displays can be operated is becoming increasingly important. After all, anyone who navigates, checks messages or changes training pages on the move doesn't want to take off their cycling gloves every time.

The decisive factor is therefore how precisely a glove implements tapping, swiping and even pinch-to-zoom gestures. This is only possible if the touch zones are cleanly processed, the fit is wrinkle-free and the fingertips provide sufficient feeling. The test showed that the models from Castelli, GripGrab and Sportful set the standard here, all achieving a score of one in this category. Even complex gestures work reliably with them - a clear advantage in everyday life.

Of course, weather protection remains important: windproof membranes, water-repellent outer fabrics and a sufficiently long cuff ensure that hands stay warm without overheating. However, it is the interplay between fit, grip, climate comfort and a really good touch function that determines whether a glove is convincing in the transition period.

Castelli Perfetto Light Gloves

The Castelli Perfetto Light shows how a glove should ideally be constructed for the transition period. Pre-shaped fingers and an elastic, supple material offer a fit that is unrivalled in the test. As a result, the performance also works: wind stays reliably outside, as do raindrops, even if the beading behaviour could be a little better. The touch function is impressive with the thumb and index finger of both hands, and all gestures on the GPS computer or smartphone are effortless. Silicone print on the palm ensures excellent grip on the handlebars, reflective details increase visibility - a deserved test winner >> available here.

GripGrab Ride 2 Spring-Autumn Gloves

The GripGrab Ride 2 Spring-Autumn is made of firm neoprene, making it a little tighter and not quite as easy to put on and take off due to the tight cuff. On the handlebars, however, it is impressive: the medium-weight glove offers very good grip, provides a lot of control and is noticeably warm. In signal yellow with plenty of reflective material, it is also highly visible. It provides excellent protection against the wind and almost completely repels raindrops. The touch function works reliably, swiping and tapping is unerringly successful. The towelling thumb is ideal for wiping your nose, but quickly becomes soaked in the rain.

Sportful Aqua Light Gloves

The Sportful Aqua Light The size is rather small, which is why a size larger may be advisable - especially if you have strong hands or long fingers. Due to the short, tight cuff, putting them on and taking them off requires a little more fiddling than with the other candidates. However, once the lightest glove in the test is in place, it impresses with a perfect fit and impeccable control on the handlebars. Touch operation is precise and all gestures are reliably recognised. The weather protection is also impressive: The glove insulates well against wind, and even keeps out rain surprisingly effectively for its lightweight construction.

Classification and opinion of the editorial team

Castelli, GripGrab and Sportful show how well modern transition gloves can work today. Castelli impresses with the best combination of fit, grip and precise touch operation. GripGrab scores with strong weather protection and reliable touch zones, but has a slightly tighter fit. Sportful offers the lightest construction in the test and surprises with very good control and a precise touch function. All three models allow tapping, swiping and zooming without frustration - making them some of the most suitable gloves in the field for everyday use.