{"product_id":"ssg-technical-style-8500-riding-gloves","title":"SSG Technical Style 8500 Riding Gloves","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSSG Technical Style 8500 Riding Gloves\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe SSG Technical Style 8500 is a lightweight technical riding glove with an Aquasuede Plus palm for superior grip wet or dry and a Coolmax lycra back for breathable, four-way comfort. It is best for riders who want close rein feel and year-round wear across schooling, hacking, jumping, lunging and general yard work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey area reinforcement targets the parts of the glove that wear first, so the 8500 holds up to daily use without adding bulk. Because the palm grips in the wet as well as the dry, it is a practical single-glove choice for British weather rather than a summer-only option.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip wet or dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e consistent rein contact in rain, sweat or dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquasuede Plus palm:\u003c\/strong\u003e SSG exclusive palm material offering feather-touch feel, durability and breathability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoolmax lycra back:\u003c\/strong\u003e stretch fabric that follows the hand and helps manage moisture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey area reinforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e added support at high-wear points\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-bulk fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e slim profile suited to riders who dislike heavy gloves\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple care:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool water hand washable and air dry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSSG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnical Style 8500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiding gloves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePalm material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquasuede Plus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBack material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoolmax lycra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReinforcement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey area reinforcement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool water hand wash, air dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure around your palm at the widest point, excluding the thumb, and compare with the size chart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the larger size if you are between sizes or plan to wear a thin liner in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEase the glove on from the fingertips, then settle the Coolmax back across the knuckles so there is no bunching.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the fingertips sit close to the ends of your fingers before you pick up the reins.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter riding, hand wash in cool water, reshape the fingers and air dry away from direct heat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/riding-gloves\"\u003eriding gloves\u003c\/a\u003e to compare styles and weights.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo SSG Technical Style 8500 gloves grip in the rain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Aquasuede Plus palm is designed to provide superior grip wet or dry, so rein contact stays consistent in rain or when your hands are sweating.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size SSG 8500 gloves should I order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure around the palm at its widest point, excluding the thumb, and match it to the size chart. The glove is meant to fit snugly for feel on the reins, so size up if you are between sizes or want room for a liner.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I machine wash these gloves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Hand wash them in cool water and air dry naturally. Avoid tumble drying, radiators and direct heat, which can affect the palm material and the stretch of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they warm enough for winter riding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are a lightweight technical glove rather than an insulated winter glove. Many riders wear them year-round and add a thin silk or thermal liner in very cold weather, sizing up to allow for it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat riding are they suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey suit flatwork and schooling, jumping, hacking, lunging, in-hand work and everyday yard jobs where grip and breathability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long do the gloves last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLifespan depends on how often you ride and the type of reins you use. Key area reinforcement supports the highest-wear points, and washing in cool water rather than hot helps preserve the palm.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout SSG\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSSG make technical riding gloves for leisure riders and competitors, focusing on grip-led palm materials paired with breathable, stretch backs. The Technical Style 8500 is one of their all-round performance models, built for riders who want feel, breathability and a slim fit in a single glove.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do SSG Technical Style 8500 gloves grip in the rain?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. The Aquasuede Plus palm is designed to provide superior grip wet or dry, so rein contact stays consistent in rain or when your hands are sweating.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What size SSG 8500 gloves should I order?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Measure around the palm at its widest point, excluding the thumb, and match it to the size chart. 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