Tool Time

Tool Time

Park Tools, best known for its line of bicycle accessories, now is selling its own brand of Nitrile Mechanic’s Gloves (part No. MG-1; $28 per box of 100 in sizes M, L and XL). These gloves were originally intended for folks working on human-powered two-wheelers, but I’ve found them tough enough to resist tearing when performing messy tasks on motorcyclescleaning and oiling airfilter elements, handling drive chains, changing oil and filters,

installing a new battery, etc. I also wore them while changing two dirtbike tires, and they only developed a rip while I was trying to insert the valve stem through its hole in the rim on the second tire. Despite their toughness, they’re thin enough to allow good feel for more-delicate work. They’re also useful for working on cars, of course, as well as for many other jobs around the house. Quite a few companies are currently selling latex and nitrile mechanic’s gloves, and these from Park (www. parktool.com) seem to be among the better ones.