{"product_id":"tdf-alpe-dhuez-gloves","title":"TDF Alpe D'huez Gloves","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Santini TDF Alpe D'Huez Gloves carry the prestige of cycling's most iconic climb into a practical accessory built for real riding. Whether you're grinding up the Western Ghats near Lonavala, hammering weekend loops around Pune, or logging early-morning kilometres in Chennai's humidity, grip and sweat management matter more than most riders realise until they're halfway through a long effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOur Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamed after the legendary Tour de France ascent, these gloves signal Santini's racing DNA — and they deliver where Indian conditions demand most. At 35°C+ in Hyderabad or Ahmedabad, sweaty palms compromise bar control and braking confidence. The Alpe D'Huez gloves address grip, ventilation, and padding in a package priced accessibly at Rs. 3,650, making them an easy upgrade for any serious Indian club rider.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing for Indian Riders\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSantini follows European sizing conventions. Indian riders, particularly those with wider or fleshier palms, should measure hand circumference before ordering and consider sizing up if between sizes. In heat above 30°C, a slightly roomier fit also allows better airflow around the hand. The lilac colourway is available in S\/M, M, L, and XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese gloves suit road, gravel, and endurance cycling disciplines equally well. They are designed to complement Santini's broader apparel range and layer cleanly under long-finger gloves if you're riding cooler climbs in Ooty or Leh. Machine wash at 30°C with mild detergent; hang dry and avoid fabric softener to preserve technical fabric performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound out your kit with a breathable short-sleeve cycling jersey, a well-ventilated road helmet, UV-protective arm sleeves for sun exposure on long Indian rides, and performance cycling socks. Each category is well stocked at Cobbled Climbs with free delivery on orders above Rs. 2,500.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/santini\"\u003eExplore the full Santini collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.santinicycling.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLearn more at Santini\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% genuine — authorised Santini retailer in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree delivery on orders above Rs. 2,500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCash on delivery available nationwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-day easy returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped from Mumbai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice — our team rides this gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.cc-faq{margin:32px 0 24px}.cc-faq__item{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin:0}.cc-faq__item:last-of-type{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5}.cc-faq__q{cursor:pointer;list-style:none;padding:24px 0;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:24px;outline:none}.cc-faq__q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.cc-faq__q:focus-visible{outline:2px solid #000;outline-offset:-2px}.cc-faq__q::after{content:\"\";width:14px;height:14px;flex-shrink:0;background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,\u003csvg viewBox=\\\"0 0 14 14\\\" xmlns=\\\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\\\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\\\"M2 5l5 5 5-5\\\" stroke=\\\"%23000\\\" stroke-width=\\\"1.5\\\" fill=\\\"none\\\"\/\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e');background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center;transition:transform .2s ease}.cc-faq__item[open] .cc-faq__q::after{transform:rotate(180deg)}.cc-faq__a{padding:0 0 28px;margin:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003csection class=\"cc-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently Asked Questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWhat are the Santini TDF Alpe D'Huez Gloves best used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eThese gloves are designed for road cycling where grip, sweat management, and palm cushioning matter most. They suit club rides, weekend group rides, and long-distance efforts on Indian roads — from Pune's Sinhagad climbs to flat highway stretches around Delhi and Ahmedabad. The half-finger design keeps them practical across most warm-weather riding scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWhat size Santini gloves should I order as an Indian rider?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eMeasure your hand circumference around the knuckles and compare against Santini's European size chart. Indian riders with wider or fuller palms frequently find it more comfortable to size up one step. The Alpe D'Huez gloves are available in S\/M, M, L, and XL. When in doubt between two sizes, choose the larger for better comfort on rides over two hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWill these gloves hold up in Indian heat and monsoon humidity?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eThe Alpe D'Huez gloves are built for warm-weather performance, making them well suited to India's summer temperatures that regularly exceed 35°C in cities like Hyderabad, Chennai, and Ahmedabad. The performance fabrics prioritise breathability and quick-dry properties. For monsoon riding, they provide adequate grip on wet bars, though they are not waterproof — factor that in for heavy rain days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eHow do these gloves compare to standard padded cycling gloves?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eStandard padded gloves often prioritise gel or foam cushioning at the expense of breathability, which becomes a liability in Indian heat. The Santini Alpe D'Huez gloves balance padding with ventilation using technical fabrics more carefully selected for performance. The Santini brand positioning also means better construction quality and longer wear life compared to generic padded alternatives at a similar price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eAre the Santini TDF Alpe D'Huez Gloves worth Rs. 3,650 in India?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eAt Rs. 3,650, these gloves sit at a sensible price for a product from an official UCI partner brand with genuine Italian racing heritage. Quality cycling gloves at this tier typically last two or more seasons with proper care — washing at 30°C and hang drying. Cobbled Climbs is an authorised Santini retailer; all products are 100% genuine with free delivery above Rs. 2,500 and cash on delivery available nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What are the Santini TDF Alpe D'Huez Gloves best used for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"These gloves are designed for road cycling where grip, sweat management, and palm cushioning matter most. They suit club rides, weekend group rides, and long-distance efforts on Indian roads — from Pune's Sinhagad climbs to flat highway stretches around Delhi and Ahmedabad. 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