Man, woman or child – Sailing Gloves are available for all hand sizes and in a wealth of materials.
Who ever without glovesThe sailing glove is an absolute must in order to sail safely and to protect the skin of the hands.
Even if it sounds banal: Every part of the sailing glove is important. Fingers, palm and cuffs should be processed so that the glove sits perfectly and can perform its function circumferentially.

The materials

Sailing gloves can be made of different uppers, with or without lining.
Leather, polyester or neoprene – everything is possible. However, before the buyer makes his decision, he should check the properties of each material. Anyone who shuns wetness or is sensitive to the cold is well advised to study the product description. The natural material leather can not behave in a way that repels moisture and heat only gives it when it is properly lined. Neoprene would be the better choice.

The structure

Fingers short or long? This question has to be answered by the sailing friend. Both variants are possible. But beware: A long finger can also roll up once and that can be disturbing. However, not every make has this problem.
The palm is heavily strained. The friction created by ropes and lines can add to the sail glove. Even seams should be better double secured: sewn twice or glued and sewn. This texture brings the sailor maximum benefit and with appropriate processing also excellent comfort.
The cut of the cuffs, short or extra long, and their securing by drawstrings or / and Velcro fasteners is crucial for a secure grip of the gloves.

Which one should it be?

Permeable leather? Synthetic fiber, yet breathable? Neoprene? Pre-curved fingers?
All wishes can be fulfilled. By way of example, a cheap and a more expensive variant of a sailing glove will be discussed here.
The sailing glove „Segelservice.com Classic Pro“, rather in the lower price segment, is made of leather and waterproof. It is a short finger glove with a narrow, elastic cuff with a Velcro closure. Finger and palm reinforcements are lightly padded and double stitched.
In a higher price range moves the neoprene glove „Magic marine Freeze“. A long finger glove made of waterproof neoprene, also with pre-curved fingers and both seamed and sewn seams. The heat is provided by a lining. The cuffs are secured with Velcro straps.

Conclusion

About the length of the fingers and the need for a curvature can be argued. Each wearer has to decide for himself how best to transmit the power while accessing. Grip on the palms should be beneficial. Unintentional slipping can be prevented.
The glove should fit properly. Most manufacturers offer a measurement chart to determine glove size.