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Intense Assist Team Gloves - Black/Red - Medium
Athlete inspired fit and function, Wrapped inner thumb for durability, Minimalist chassis design, Perforated Clarino palm, Hook and loop wrist closure, Silicone treated fingertips for improved lever control
What we think:
The THOR Intense Assist Team Gloves are lightweight, high-control off-road gloves designed primarily for motocross, trail riding, and aggressive dirt use, but they also appeal to minimalist dual-sport riders who want maximum bar feel and airflow. Here's the breakdown and how they compare to similar gloves in the dirt/enduro category:
✅ THOR Intense Assist Team Gloves – Key Features & Strengths:
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Design Purpose: Motocross and off-road focused — ideal for trail, MX, or supermoto.
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Fit & Feel: Ultra-light construction with four-way stretch mesh on the backhand = excellent dexterity and comfort.
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Control: Thin, lightly padded Clarino® palm gives outstanding grip feel — perfect for nuanced throttle and lever work.
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Ventilation: Highly breathable thanks to mesh body and laser-cut perforations in the palm.
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Grip Enhancements: Silicone printing on the fingers for lever grip and control.
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Closure: Minimalist Velcro closure at the wrist — low bulk.
⚠️ Protection: Very limited. These gloves lack hard knuckle armor, impact foam, or substantial abrasion resistance — not meant for asphalt.
🆚 Comparison with Similar Off-Road/Dirt Gloves
| Glove | Use Case | Pros | Cons |
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| THOR Intense Assist Team | Motocross, trail, lightweight ADV | Great airflow, high grip sensitivity, affordable (~$25–30) | Minimal protection, not for road |
| Fox Racing Dirtpaw | MX, Enduro | Light padding on knuckles, stretch mesh, touchscreen | Slightly bulkier, ~$35 |
| Troy Lee Designs Air Glove | MX, dual-sport | Superb fit and ventilation, excellent grip feel | Prone to faster wear due to thin palm |
| Alpinestars Radar Gloves | MX and light enduro | Good fit, synthetic suede palm, clean design | Very basic protection, runs snug |
| 100% iTrack Gloves | MX and trail | Great bar feel, snug fit, stylish | Thin construction wears out faster |
| Answer AR1 Gloves | Budget MX glove | Decent padding, low cost | Less refined fit than THOR or Fox |
🔍 Final Verdict:
The THOR Intense Assist Team Glove is an excellent glove for motocross and off-road riding where:
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Grip feel, light weight, and ventilation matter more than protection.
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You're riding off-tarmac, or using them as undergloves for armored exoshells.
If you're looking for more hand protection (knuckle guards or crash padding) for dual-sport or ADV riding that includes street segments, something like the Fox Dirtpaw or REV'IT! Dirt 3 (hybrid glove) would be a safer choice.