Are Deerskin Gloves Warm? What Actually Keeps Your Hands Warm
Unlined deerskin blocks wind but insulates little; the lining does the work. What makers claim, the ranges they give, and how to pick a warm pair.
Read guideLeather and Materials
Elkskin vs Deerskin Gloves: Which Hide Suits Your Riding?
Elkskin is thicker and tougher; deerskin is softer with almost no break-in. Thickness, feel, rain and fit compared, with picks for commuting and touring.
Read guide
Deerskin vs Lambskin Gloves: Which Leather Is Better for Riding?
Deerskin stretches and recovers; lambskin is thinner and tears more easily. How the two glove leathers compare on feel, fit, rain and warmth for riding.
Read guide
Best Leather for Motorcycle Gloves: Hides Compared for Riding
Cowhide, deerskin, elkskin or lambskin? How each glove leather rides, where makers disagree, and which hide suits commuting, touring or cold days.
Read guide