Held
Held Air-N-Dry 2 Gore Tex Gloves Black
The Held Air n Dry II is a waterproof adventure and touring motorcycle glove built around Gore 2in1 technology. Two separate hand chambers let the rider choose between a waterproof Gore-Tex compartment with Pique-Push-Pull lining and an unlined compartment designed for direct control feel and ventilation.
Who is it for?
This versatile glove is intended for adventure and touring riders who encounter changing conditions through spring, summer and autumn. Use the Gore-Tex chamber when waterproof protection is the priority, or move into the unlined chamber when maximum feel and airflow are more important. It is not an insulated winter glove.
Key features
- Gore 2in1 construction with two separate hand chambers
- Waterproof Gore-Tex chamber with Pique-Push-Pull lining
- Unlined chamber for direct feel
- Cordura backhand with leather detailing
- Highly abrasion-resistant kangaroo-leather palm
- Hook-and-loop adjustment at the wrist and cuff
- Perforated finger side walls and leather backhand
- ACS air vents on the fingers
- Perforated palm for ventilation, feel and comfort
- Stretch fabric panels on the backhand
- Touchscreen-compatible leather at the finger
- Visor wiper
Protection
- Certified to EN 13594:2015 for protective motorcycle gloves
- Impact-tested hard-plastic knuckle protection
- Held Armaprotec beneath the ball of the thumb
- SuperFabric reinforcement along the outer edge of the hand
- Reinforced hand edge
- Reflective sections
Detailed specification
- Official model: Held Air n Dry II, article 22342
- Colour: Black 01
- Rider type: Adventure and touring
- Season: Spring to autumn and summer
- Waterproof: Yes, when using the Gore-Tex chamber
- Membrane: Integrated ePTFE Gore-Tex membrane
- Palm materials: Kangaroo leather and goatskin
- Backhand materials: Goatskin; 100% polyamide; 94% polyamide and 6% polyurethane
- Finger layers: 81% polyamide and 19% elastane
- Lining materials: 100% polyester and 100% polyamide
- Reinforcement materials: 100% polyester; 70% chloroprene rubber and 30% polyamide; 69% cotton and 31% polyethylene
- Hook-and-loop material: 100% polyamide
- Certification: EN 13594:2015
Held size guide
This Moto Central listing offers Held sizes 7–12 in regular, short and long finger lengths. Held also produces Black 01 in sizes 13 and 14, but those sizes are not selectable on this product page. K denotes a short-finger size and L denotes a long-finger size.
| Base size | Hand circumference A | Regular length B | Short K length B | Long L length B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 178 mm | 171 mm | 166 mm | 176 mm |
| 8 | 203 mm | 182 mm | 177 mm | 187 mm |
| 9 | 229 mm | 192 mm | 187 mm | 197 mm |
| 10 | 254 mm | 204 mm | 199 mm | 209 mm |
| 11 | 279 mm | 215 mm | 210 mm | 220 mm |
| 12 | 304 mm | 226 mm | 221 mm | 231 mm |
Held describes short and long glove sizes as having fingers approximately 5 mm shorter or longer than the equivalent regular size. Availability varies by selected variant.
What is supplied?
- One pair of Held Air n Dry II Gore-Tex motorcycle gloves in Black 01
Product questions
How does Gore 2in1 work?
The glove contains two hand chambers. One uses the waterproof Gore-Tex membrane and Pique-Push-Pull lining, while the other is unlined for increased ventilation and control feel.
Are both chambers waterproof?
No. Waterproof protection is provided by the Gore-Tex chamber. The unlined chamber is designed for feel and airflow.
Can the gloves operate a smartphone?
Yes. Held uses touchscreen-compatible leather at the finger.
Are they winter gloves?
No. Held classifies the Air n Dry II for spring to autumn and summer use, and does not specify thermal insulation.
What warranty applies?
Held provides its standard two-year warranty. As a Gore-Tex glove, it is also eligible for Held's five-year warranty extension when registered in accordance with Held's current terms.
Moto Central fitting guidance
Correct sizing matters because each hand chamber can feel slightly different in use. If you are unsure about your base size or finger length, visit the Moto Central showroom in Wolvey, Leicestershire, where our team can help you compare regular, short and long fit options.