Gloves are essential for your hands. Hands can go numb after as little as a 15-20 miles of riding ( without gloves )

Keep your hands safe get a nice set of gel gloves, Shorty gloves are perfect in the heat, while full finger gloves are best in cold. 

I have used many styles over the years, I don't have a preference. I think they are all the same....let me know if I'm wrong.