REV’IT! Monster 3 Gloves Review: Nailed the Reboot or Just Hyped?

The Rev it Monster gloves were the hype back in the 2000s. But could the new Monster 3 edition recapture the magic? After saddling up with the latest iteration, I have some thoughts on whether Rev it regained its mojo.

In this in-depth review, I’ll break down the Monster 3’s construction, features, and performance during testing.

But, the main question I will answer in this review will be: Are these the best-armored motorcycle gloves for you? Let’s kick the tires and find out!

REV’IT! Monster 3 Gloves

REV IT! Monster 3 Gloves Review

Key Takeaways

  • Durable full goatskin leather
  • Cowhide palm reinforcements
  • Streamlined flexible armor panels

The REV’IT! Monster 3 Gloves in Action

Over years of testing gear, I’ve found Revit consistently delivers well-designed gloves. The Monster 3 is no exception. The minimalist look conceals some clever design choices that enhance comfort and functionality.

The mix of leather and flexible textile panels allows your hands to move freely while riding. Cowhide reinforcements add abrasion protection without compromising the feel. Streamlined knuckle armor retains flexibility while still absorbing impacts.

Despite the full gauntlet construction, the gloves never feel overly bulky or restrictive. The elastic wrist panel and microhook closure also help the Monster 3s fit close to the wrist opening of your jacket.

During testing, I wore the Monster 3s for everything from commuting to backroad touring. The supple leather and stretch panels make them flexible enough for all-day wear. Just don’t expect hardcore track levels of protection.

Comparison to Similar Gloves

ProductKey Features
Alpinestars SMX-2 Air Carbon v2 GlovesFull leather construction, injected carbon knuckle protection, pre-curved fingers
Dainese Steel Pro GlovesGoatskin leather, carbon fiber knuckles, Kevlar stitching
Icon Pursuit Classic GlovesVintage styling, full goatskin leather, molded knuckles

The Rev’It Monster 3 strikes a balance between protection and comfort with its leather and textile construction. It offers decent abrasion resistance for the street without being too bulky.

The Alpinestars SMX-2 Air Carbon focuses more on performance with injected carbon knuckles and Kevlar reinforced palms. This makes them better suited to aggressive riding.

The Dainese Steel Pro provides the most rugged protection of the bunch with carbon fiber knuckles and heavy duty leather. They prioritize safety for the track.

The Icon Pursuit trades outright protection for heritage styling. The full leather build looks great but doesn’t offer the armor of the other