Built for long days in the saddle, the Shimano Explorer Gel gloves pair cushioning gel and foam padding with a grippy, breathable build so your hands stay comfortable and in control from the first kilometre to the last. The short-finger design keeps you connected to the bars while letting your hands breathe on warmer rides.

Highlights

  • Gel palm padding soaks up road and trail vibration to reduce hand fatigue on long rides
  • Grippy synthetic suede palm gives sure control of the bars in all conditions
  • Three-piece palm and ergonomic finger crotch wrap the hand naturally with less bunching
  • Breathable mesh back keeps your hands cool and dry
  • Made largely from recycled materials for a lower-impact choice

Comfort and control

Gel padding across the palm absorbs impacts and vibration, while additional memory foam and soft sponge padding add cushioning where you need it most. The grippy synthetic suede palm delivers reliable hold on the bars, brakes and shifters whether dry or sweaty.

Natural fit

The original three-piece palm and ergonomic finger crotch are shaped to follow the hand, so the gloves fit more naturally with less bunching and better dexterity. A flat, soft terry cloth panel on the thumb lets you mop sweat on the move.

Breathable and sustainable

A breathable mesh on the back of the hand keeps air moving to help your hands stay cool, and a stretchy finger crotch moves with you. The palm, mesh back and stretch panels are made largely from recycled polyester and nylon.

Easy on, easy off

Mid-length slip-on cuffs make the gloves quick to pull on and take off, with no fiddly closures to fuss over.

Compatibility & fit

Unisex sizing. This listing is the Navy colourway. Short-finger (half-finger) cut suited to touring, gravel and general road riding in warmer conditions. Check Shimano's glove size guide and measure your hand width to choose the right size.

Shimano apparel and accessories are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, or damage caused by misuse, accident, improper care or alteration.

For warranty support, return the item to Tune Cycles and we'll manage the claim for you.

This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

  • Gel palm padding absorbs impacts and vibration
  • Additional memory foam and soft sponge padding for comfort
  • Grippy synthetic suede palm for reliable bar control
  • Original three-piece palm and ergonomic finger crotch for a natural fit
  • Breathable mesh back of hand
  • Stretchy finger crotch for dexterity
  • Soft terry cloth panel to wipe away sweat
  • Mid-length slip-on cuffs
  • Short-finger (half-finger) design
  • Made largely from recycled polyester and nylon
  • Unisex sizing
BrandShimano
ModelExplorer Gel
TypeShort-finger (half-finger) cycling gloves
PaddingGel, plus memory foam and soft sponge
PalmGrippy synthetic suede leather
Back of handBreathable mesh
CuffMid-length slip-on
Sweat wipeSoft terry cloth panel
ConstructionThree-piece palm with ergonomic finger crotch
MaterialsLargely recycled polyester and nylon
FitUnisex
ColourNavy
SKU SHM-ECWGLBSZS31UN0104
Barcode # 4550170928803
Brand Shimano