Hands are one of our greatest assets, vitally important for gripping, holding, feeling, and modulating. From holding a sledge hammer to stroking a baby’s face, our hands interact with the world in a unique way. Our hands control our motorcycle, the speed at which we travel, how hard we brake, they give us feel of traction we have and direct where we go. In short, they’re worth protecting!
THE IMPORTANCE OF HANDS
Scaphoid fractures are one of the most common injuries in motorcycle accidents, and are the most difficult to heal. They happen when a rider instinctively tries to protect themselves by putting their hands out to save themselves in a fall. When the hand makes contact with the road surface, the glove grips (grab effect), hyper-extending the wrist and breaking the scaphoid.
The Knox patented Scaphoid Protection System(SPS), consists of 2 small, discreet pads that are strategically sewn to the glove palm. The SPS eliminates the grab effect, allowing the glove to slide away, which minimises the risk of hyper extension, and a broken scaphoid. It’s such an important part of the hand to protect and is included on every glove in the collection.
KNOX SPS
PATENTED SCAPHOID PROTECTION
KNOX SPS
PATENTED SCAPHOID PROTECTION
Only gloves licensed to use the Knox Scaphoid Protection System are authentic and reliable. For scaphoid protection to be authentic and approved it must be a licensed product and go through a Knox approval process to ensure the parts are positioned accurately on every new brand and style. Without this approval it’s impossible to trust the reliability of any scaphoid protection.
Most approved gloves carry a Knox swing tag but if you are in any doubt you can always email [email protected] and we will advise if it is a Knox SPS-approved product. Many gloves may claim to have scaphoid protection but only have 1 pad on the palm and a small piece of fabric cushioning below the thumb. Unfortunately, unlicensed scaphoid protection systems are not authentic and are not trustworthy. They are likely to cause more issues as the leather will grip below the thumb and the palm will slide at the same time, causing the wrist to grip and twist at speed.
Are all scaphoid protectors authentic?
A great fitting glove is the holy grail of motorcycle riding gear. With features like the patented Boa wrist closure or Knox Lift and Lock fitting system, riders are sure of a secure and precise fit around the wrist, without loss of flexibility or dexterity when riding. Floating knuckles, wrap round fingers and the use of tough but durable stretch fabrics are considered in the fit process.
HANDROID MK5
Both have Class AA CE approval.
Both have Class AA CE approval.
KNOX HAND ARMOUR
LONG CUFF GLOVES
Designed to be worn easily over a jacket sleeve in warm weather or in the case of waterproof gloves, they can be worn under the jacket sleeve to stop rain running in to the glove. The long cuff gives added coverage, security and protection on the forearm.
KNOX HAND ARMOUR
SHORT CUFF GLOVES
The popularity of short cuff gloves increases every year, due largely to the ease of use and overall convenience of this style. Building on an already successful line up, we now have improved options of great fitting gloves for every type of rider, riding style and in dry, hot, or wet weather. Hand Armour short cuff options include a style to suit every rider, riding style and across seasons.
KNOX HAND ARMOUR
FULL GLOVE RANGE
Handroid MK5
Handroid MK5
Handroid MK5
Handroid Pod MK5
Oulton MK2
Oulton MK2
Orsa Leather MK3
Fantastic all-rounder.
Orsa Leather MK3
Fantastic all-rounder.
Orsa OR4
Short Cuff Textile Glove
Action Pro Glove
Urbane Pro Glove
MEN’S HANBURY GLOVE
KNOX HAND ARMOUR
WATERPROOF RANGE
Zero MK4
Winter Glove
Coniston
3-Season Glove
Storm Glove
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