Held Tonale Winter Gloves- Add a heat pad for extra oomph!

For just £104.99 you could be the proud owner of a pair of Held Tonale Gore-Tex Winter Gloves and hence a pair of warm hands too. The unique feature of these gloves is the pouch for the strategic placing of a 're-chargeable' heat pad. These are mens gloves, for the ladies there are the very similar 'Johna' at £114.99.

Held Tonale Winter Gloves

• Waterproof through Gore-Tex
• Prepared for Held reusable heat pads
• Thermoplush fleece lining
• Knuckle armour

Beautiful Goatskin Palm

Two things make the Held Tonale Winter Motorcycle Gloves stand out: First, they are great winter gloves with a softer construction than the Held Arctic or Cold Champ. So, if you prefer a comfier feel in your winter gloves but you will not do away with Gore-Tex, these are great value. Second, and more importantly: These biking gloves come with a pocket in the lower cuff; Fit a re-usable Held heat pad into that pocket, and you WILL stay warmer and your hands stay nimble. Why? On the underside of your wrist your blood-flow is closest to the skin: That is where you cool down the fastest, or where external heat can maintain a comfortable temperature the most easily. Brilliant science in action!

These gloves are used for a commute of 50 miles by Motorcycle Monthly and MoreBikes editor John Milbank!

To see more about Held in the UK and our online catalogue please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

3-Layer ultra functional Gore-Tex jacket from Held

Introducing the Held Carese II:

Held Carese II 3-layer Gore-Tex Jacket in Black, RRP £569.99

Outer shell
• DuPont Cordura 500D (100% polyamide)

Lining
• COOLMAX breathable mesh inner lining (100% polyester)
• 3D air mesh panels (100% polyester) in back to promote air circulation

Membrane
• removable GORE-TEX 3-layer liner technology
• removable waterproof membrane inner jacket which can be used attached inside the jacket or as a separate over jacket

Held Carese II 3-layer Gore-Tex Jacket- another colour variation

Fit/features
• waterproof external pockets
• 3 inner pockets
• internal cellphone pocket
• map / document pocket
• 1 back pocket
• air-vent zippers in front, back & arms
• front air-vent zipper
• magnetic closure pockets double as air vents
• stretch panels at shoulders
• waist belt
• dual arm adjustment
• soft collar
• full-length back protector can be integrated into jacket lining

Protection
• exclusive EN 1621-1 CE-approved Held cloverleaf SAS-TEC shoulder & elbow protectors
• TEMPERFOAM back pad
• optional EN 1621-2 back protector
• Connecting zip
• 3M SCOTCHLITE™ reflectors

Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL

Colours
black
grey-orange
grey-black
grey-blue

You can view the Carese II on page 74 of our online catalogue

The Held gloves that Moto2 racer Gino Rea wears for wet sessions

Super fast Brit Gino Rea has chosen Held Race-Tex gloves to wear in this season's Moto2, wet sessions. For dry sessions he'll use the Held Titan / Phantom II gloves!

Racer Gino Rea's choice- the Race-Tex GTX Gore-tex waterproof sports glove

These summer motorcycle racer gloves are waterproof, but not prepared to give up the handling and feel of proper sports biking gloves. The key to these motorcycle gloves is simply this: They are a proper road and racer glove in every detail; the bonded version of Gore-Tex (called 'X-trafit') means that they are absolutely waterproof for the life of the glove, and the waterproofing does not alter the grip and dexterity.

Technical information
• Colourfast Kangaroo palm
• Cowhide and Kevlar backing on back of hand
• Perforated cuff & finger walls for airflow
• Gore-Tex X-trafit for absolute waterproofing
• Flat seams finish on fingers
• Superfabric panels

• Reinforced edge of hand

• RRP £169.99

You can see more information and colour choices on page 203 of our online catalogue. Click here

Sporty 4-season jacket from Held

Not everyone wants a long jacket, some prefer the sportier look. But with this unpredictable weather you'll still be looking for waterproof, warm and breathable, to cover all eventualities. (Good old UK!)

Introducing the Held Imola II!

Held Imola II full gore-tex sport jacket

Outer shell
• DuPont Cordura 500D (100% polyamide)

 Lining
• Detachable thermal liner (100% polyester)
• COOLMAX breathable mesh inner lining (100% polyester)
• 3D air mesh panels (100% polyester) in back to promote air circulation

Membrane
• GORE-TEX Z-Liner Technology (100% polytetrafl uorethylene)

Fit/features
• 4 external pockets
• 7 inner pockets
• internal cellphone pocket
• air-vent zippers in front, back & arms
• front air-vent zipper
• dual arm adjustment
• hip adjustment
• soft collar
• stretch panels on inner arms
• full-length back protector can be integrated into jacket lining

 Protection
• exclusive EN 1621-1 CE-approved Held cloverleaf SAS-TEC shoulder & elbow protectors
• TEMPERFOAM back pad
• Optional EN 1621-2 back protector
• Connecting zip
• 3M SCOTCHLITE refl ectors

Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3X

For more information please see page 70 / 71 of our online catalogue

The Held Matera Touring Jacket- With BOA vent system

This top-end touring jacket pulls no punches at all when it comes to clever use of the latest materials and technology - resulting in a fabulous comfortable, functional, safe and stylish Jacket- that will last!

Held Matera Gore-Tex Touring Motorcycle Jacket- RRP £699.99

Here are some of the features: 


• GORE-TEX ProShell motorcycle jacket
• ProShell laminate with Armacor: Rain cannot weigh down the garment
• BOA lacing air-vent control & rear exhaust vent
• Removable Softshell inner lining jacket for warmth
• Schoeller Kevlar stretch panels for superior fit

BOA venting system- simply dial in how much you want the vents open- and they'll stay open!

Pound for pound, this Gore-Tex ProShell motorcycle jacket is tremendous value. Ideal for distance commuting and long-distance touring: A complete and effective air-vent system, controlled via BOA lacing to ensure the vents are open the right amount and protected from rain through Gore Lock-Out closures. The inner thermo lining is in fact made of Softshell for superior warmth and can be worn as a casual jacket when off the bike. Superfabric and Armacor panels add further to the protective features. Superb soft CE armour at shoulders and elbows, while the Temperfoam back panel can be upgraded to CE armour as well.

Great looks and superb safety- camera flash shows up the Scotchlite!

So, first class comfort, first class safety, first class style. Quality that will last, year after year after year.

To see more about Held and to find your nearest stockist please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

And- if there's a dealer you'd like to stock Held, that doesn't- tell us here: 

Held Gear Focus: GORE-TEX Performance Shell System

The GORE-TEX Performance Shell Ltd System is designed with serious miles and changeable condition in mind. It is the ideal system for hardcore Enduro Riding and round the world adventures, yet is equally at home on the daily commute.

How it works

1. Moisture vapour escapes
2. Rain and wind stay out
3. Outer material
4. GORE-TEX membrane
5. Lining
   
   The Ltd System differs from other GORE-TEX Applications in that the climate membrane is not permanently fixed in to the garment. Instead it is provided as a separate GORE-TEX inner jacket and/or pants which can be attached to the garment in order to protect against the elements, and then removed (and stowed in the our jacket pocket) for times when light weight and maximum ventilation is the rider's priority. Versatile, yet still 100% windproof, waterproof and breathable.
   
   Why the GORE-TEX system could be the ideal solution for you: 

Held Carese GORE-TEX Jacket

• Complete weatherproofing
• Excellent protection
• Outstanding ventilation
• Supreme adaptability
• Highly practical
• Low weight and small pack size of the liner
• Distinctive, Innovative style
• GORE-TEX membrane lifetime warranty

For more information on the Held product range and a list of dealers please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

Held Gear Focus: Held Arctic Gloves

The Held Arctic Winter Gloves are a terrific seller and heaving with features to keep your hands warm, dry and safe- for under £100!

Here's a few words that will help sum up the quality of the gloves- they include: Goatskin, Scotchlite, Gore-tex, Thinsulate, Superfabric- all coming together like this:

• Gore-Tex winter gloves to beat wind-chill & rain
• Waterproof guarantee for the life of the gloves
• Highly breathable for warmer hands
• Extra Thinsulate layers to protect from wind-chill
• Superfabric palm panels & leather covered knuckle armour
• In-built rain wiper

For years HELD have produced the last word in winter gloves and won comparative test after comparative test. The HELD Arctic gloves are designed to stay on top of Mr. Frost: You get superior 180gms Thinsulate on the back of the hand to fight wind-chill, and remarkably the gloves retain the dexterity of far less warm gloves due to their construction. Safety is not at the margins either with Superfabric highly abrasion resistant palm panels and leather covered knuckle armour. If you get cold hands, these are simply: superb!

Winter Rating:
Warmth: 60 mins+ at 0C degrees/50mph
Protection: 5 out of 5 stars
Durability: 5 out of 5 stars

For more information on our products and to find your nearest dealer please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

Product Focus: Held Warm n Dry Gloves

There's a definite nip in the air now which means we're starting to sell more Held Warm n Dry Gloves, RRP £119.99.

New Gore-Tex technology make these gloves awesome- mega warm yet thinner, to get amazing 'feel' from a winter glove. Here's the details:

Held Warm n Dry motorcycle gloves

• Fight wind-chill: Protected with Gore Thermoplush
• Gore guarantee for life-long waterproof performance
• X-Trafit construction: No risk of the lining pulling out!
• Highly breathable: Warmer hands!
• Leather covered knuckle armour, Scotchlite reflective piping
• Superfabric reinforced palm pads
• Integral visor wiper on left hand

Held Warm n Dry gloves- palm

The Held Warm 'n' Dry Gore-Tex motorcycle gloves do exactly what it says on the cuff! Designed to deal with wind chill, the back of the hand is protected with Gore Thermoplush, a clever fleece lining that combats wind-chill and on contact with the skin delivers a great warmth. It also does not tend to stick to the skin when hands are wet! The X-Trafit version of Gore-Tex means there is one layer less on the palm area: Better grip and better "feel" for the road are the result. What does it mean to you? Your hands stay warm without sacrificing the sensitive feel for which this Gore-Tex X-Trafit glove is renowned.

Stay Warm, Stay dry. In fact, guaranteed to keep you dry. 

For more information on Held in the UK and a list of stockists please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

Held Gear focus: Hakuna Jacket

With the chilly weather rolling in fast our focus switches to being warm, dry, safe yet not sweaty!

The Held Hakuna / Matata trousers combination offers breathability, waterproofness, windproofness and style at an affordable price.

Motor Cycle Sport & Leisure Journo Bruce Wilson puts Held Hakuna / Matata combo. through their paces!

Held Hakuna Jacket

• Dupont CORDURA shell
• Highly abrasion resistant shell fabric
• HUMAX Z-Liner membrane with light thermal insulation
• Waterproof, windproof and breathable
• AIR-VENT zippers front, back & arms
• Zip-off side panels for max airflow
• COOLMAX mesh lining
• KNOX CE shoulder and elbow armour
• TEMPERFOAM foam back padding
• Back upgradeable with CE armour
• SCOTCHLITE panels
• ISO4916 safety seams
• Connector zip for trousers
• Fully adjustable

Take on the world with confidence in this cutting edge touring jacket. This jacket also has AIR-VENT zippers in the front, back and arms, zip off side panels, and a concealed AIR-VENT channel underneath the front zip for extra cooling when the going gets hot! With dupont CORDURA outer shell, COOLMAX mesh lining, and HUMAX Z-Liner membrane it is the ultimate in comfort for the long way round, down or up! It also packs a punch with KNOX CE armour at the shoulders and elbows, TEMPERFOAM at the back, upgradeable to CE armour. If you are after style, comfort and protection in a jacket that can take on continents and win, this is THE jacket for you!

Retails at just £269.99! For a list of Held Stockists visit www.held-uk.co.uk

Also available in Black / Grey and as above with orange trim instead of grey.

They've been talking about us, you know...

Our ears were burning, and we found out why!

Take a look at what they've been saying about Held in the motorcycling press:

We got some of these:

 Held Thunder Storm boots:

RiDE magazine: "Waterproofing- 10/10. Faultless on the road over nearly 2000 miles of mostly wet riding"


Held Agron boots: 

RiDE magazine tester: "Most comfortable boots I've ever worn"

Held 60 litre Roll bag

RiDE Magazine: "Best for big trips, RiDE Recommended"

Held Lungo Tailpack

Handle pops up trolley-style

 
Ride Magazine: "Best buy" 

Held Akira-Evo gloves 

Performance Bikes Magazine: "Really comfortable, no gimmicks, high quality"

Held Slade one-piece leather suit

Performance Bikes Magazine: "Pleasantly cool in Summer, decent detailing for the money"

All these comments in just one month. We're chuffed, of course.

For more information or stockists please visit www.held-uk.co.uk. If your local dealer does not stock Held and you'd like him too- email guy@held-uk.co.uk and we'll get on the case!

Made to measure and personalised gloves- not as expensive as you may think!

Always fancied a pair of Made to Measure summer / race gloves? Made personally for your hands? With a choice of colours? And your name embroidered on the side?

Well now we can do that for you!

Check out racer Scott Smart's:

Held wearing racer Scott Smart's personalised gloves

Or racer Gary Mason's:

Racer Gary Mason's personalised Held gloves

How much?

The Made to Measures are available in the Held Titan and the Held Phantom Glove. The service is charged at the price of the glove + 30%, meaning you could have a pair of Made to Measure Phantoms, with your name on the side, and a choice of colours (any combo of Black, Blue, Green, White, Grey or Red) for just £54 extra!!

How do I go about it?

We can liaise with a Held Dealer to sort it out for you, and it's a real simple process to get a Bespoke, one-off pair of gloves:

* Contact us at social@held-uk.co.uk  including your name and phone number,  and we'll help you through the process.

Then it'll be:

* Choose your gloves: Titan (RRP £229.99) or Phantom (RRP £179.99) 

* Choose your colour scheme (Within reason! Yellow, green, red, black, blue, grey, white... etc!)  

* Choose your lettering / numbers (Bear in mind the space available on the glove- 10 characters max - so if your name is Sokratis Papastathopoulos you'll have to abbreviate!) 

* Draw neatly round your hand on a sheet of A4 (like you did when you were a nipper) to just below the wrist joint

Re-live a childhood moment- the hand drawing!

Just what we need!

* Photo-copy your palm and the back of your hand (tip: put a tea-towel over your hand so as not to allow the light in as the copier lid won't close properly on your hand!)

Photocopier!

How long does it take?

Around 6 weeks from the day we receive your information and measurements!

So why not treat yourself! Drop us a line at social@held-uk.co.uk

For more information on Held in the UK please visit www.held-uk.co.uk