I use the Specialized Ridge gloves year-round, and also use the super light specialized XC gloves.These gloves are pull-on - no velcro, and the padding is quite minimal, just like a double layer of the synthetic suede like material. they are quite durable and breathable in heat! I think the XC gloves are a "mens" glove, I wear a specialized women's medium glove, and wear a men's small in the XC. I just special ordered a pair, they still make them, but due to limited padding, many stores may not stock them. tokie