A $119.90 sport-touring summer glove that fits snug
The Short Answer: The Spidi TX-1 is a $119.90 sport-touring summer glove with a leather and Tenax stretch-nylon chassis, CE Level 1 knuckle protection, TPR finger sliders and Warrior-style palm reinforcement. It fits true to size with a precise, tight feel and delivers strong value, earning 4.5 of 5 Speed Addicts lightning bolts. Its only real weakness is busy styling.
Some riders like their gloves loose and comfy, like a pair of broken-in slippers. Adam Waheed is not one of those riders. He likes a glove that hugs, and the Spidi TX-1 hugs. In this SpeedAddictsTV review he breaks down the Italian brand’s summer sport-touring glove, and the verdict is mostly two thumbs up (snugly gloved, of course).
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What Is the Spidi TX-1?
Spidi calls the TX-1 a glove for sport touring and summer use. It mixes soft leather with high-tenacity mesh and Tenax stretch nylon for a sporty, ergonomic fit. Waheed quotes a $119 retail price; Speed Addicts lists it at $119.90. It comes in multiple colors, sizes small through 3XL, and women’s sizes are available too.
Fit: True to Size and Tight in a Good Way
Waheed wears a medium and says the TX-1 fits “absolutely true to size.” Buy the size you normally wear. The Tenax stretch panels give it a precise, close fit, so if you’re after a glove that feels like a second skin, this one’s for you. “I like a tight-fitting glove,” he says. “I like it.”
Protection and Features
- Leather and Tenax nylon stretch construction for a precise fit and abrasion resistance.
- TPR finger sliders to protect your digits if you’re sliding across asphalt.
- Hard knuckle insert, certified to CE Level 1 under EN 13594:2015.
- Warrior-style palm reinforcement and a Keramide palm insert, plus scaphoid padding for the delicate bones at the base of the hand.
- Hook-and-loop closure with a mid-length cuff that’s a little longer than a typical short cuff and helps cover your wrists.
- Mesh panels and vented leather for summer airflow.
One heads-up on materials: Waheed describes the leather as sheepskin, and Spidi’s own intro copy says sheephide, but the materials list Spidi publishes calls out 0.6/0.8 mm goat leather. Either way, it’s soft and supple. Spidi also lists an average weight of 0.2 kg.
Speed Addicts Score: 4.5 Lightning Bolts
- Protection (1/1): TPR finger elements, hard knuckle, palm and scaphoid protection.
- Fit (1/1): True to size with a tight, precise feel.
- Aesthetics (0.5/1): The mesh, stretch panels and hard knuckle create a lot of visual noise. “It’s not a very clean-looking glove and it’s also not a very sporty-looking glove either. It just kind of looks a little bit confused,” Waheed says. Being black helps hide it.
- Performance (1/1): Mesh ventilation, leather, hard knuckle, palm and scaphoid protection, mid-gauntlet length and good fit.
- Value (1/1): “For the price, I think this glove is a full single lightning bolt. It represents good value. Good job, Spidi.”
Who Should Buy the Spidi TX-1?
Sport-touring and street riders who ride in warm weather and prefer a snug glove. If styling matters more to you than function, you may want to shop around, but at $119.90 the TX-1 delivers a lot of glove for the money.
Spidi TX-1 Gloves Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Spidi TX-1 Gloves (A140) |
| U.S. MSRP | $119.90 |
| Warranty | N/A (the video cites two years; not confirmed on a Spidi U.S. warranty page) |
| Certification | EN 13594:2015 with Level 1 knuckle protectors (CE code A140) |
| Main Materials | Goat leather 0.6/0.8 mm, Tenax high-tenacity elastic nylon 6.6, vented leather, elasticized fabric, punched mesh, Clarino suede microfiber |
| Knuckle | Variable-density polyurethane shield with shock-absorbing function |
| Palm | Warrior technology reinforcements, Keramide fabric palm support, palm padding |
| Additional Padding | Back of hand and side of hand |
| Comfort | Grip and comfort finishing on fingers |
| Average Weight | 0.2 kg (approx. 0.44 lb) |
| Closure | Hook and loop |
| Sizes | S–3XL (women’s sizes also available) |
| Colors | Multiple |
| Waterproof | No membrane listed |
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FAQ
Do Spidi TX-1 gloves fit true to size?
Yes. Waheed wears a medium and says they fit absolutely true to size with a tight, precise feel. Buy your usual size.
Are Spidi TX-1 gloves CE certified?
Yes. Spidi lists them as EN 13594:2015 certified with Level 1 knuckle protectors.
Are the TX-1 gloves waterproof?
No waterproof membrane is listed. They’re a vented summer glove made with leather and mesh.
How much do Spidi TX-1 gloves cost?
$119.90 in the U.S.
Are there women’s sizes?
Yes. Waheed notes that women’s sizes are available.
