The Rival RS1 Ultra 2.0 scores 8 for fit and adjustment, 8 for protection, and 7 for build quality: 23/30 overall. That puts it below the other four models, but it does have a clear reason to try it on. The Conic Design with a narrower cuff is especially worth considering if you’re looking for a closer fit around the wrist.
A narrower-fitting cuff and the hand compartment are two different things. So check not only whether the RS1 closes neatly around your wrist, but also where your fingertips sit, how easily you can make a fist, and where the thumb falls. The Angled Ergo Lace Track uses angled lacing to adjust the fit. That feature works best when the glove’s basic shape already suits your hand.
It combines a microfiber outer and multi-layer foam padding. With scores of 8 in both categories, we rate the fit and protection highly; the 7 for build quality is the lower score among these three ratings. That doesn’t mean microfiber is an inferior material: the RS100 also uses microfiber and scores 9 for build quality. The rating is for the model as a whole.
This is exactly where Loox reviews are valuable when weighing your options. Mark B. describes the comfort and supportive feel around the wrist; Lucas is positive about the fit and lace adjustment. Daanish, on the other hand, gives it three stars and writes that his pair doesn’t fit comfortably and feels too heavy near the wrist. Those are different hands and experiences, and there’s no reason to leave either side out.
Ashesh gives it five stars, but also mentions an inconsistency in the finish around the stitched thumb area. That comment is relevant when assessing build quality, even though the buyer is otherwise enthusiastic. One review doesn’t prove there’s a recurring issue, and the microfiber outer doesn’t become leather just because the reviewer uses that word.
Choose the RS1 2.0 if its tapered cuff and hand shape suit you better. If you want to try the highest-rated all-around option first, start with the RS100. When trying on the RS1, I’d pay particular attention to the fit, how the weight is distributed for you, and the finish around the thumb.