3D-Grip Palm The 3:2 Wind/Paddle Gauntlet Glove features a flexible 3D-Grip Palm with better stretch to fit more hand shapes. The 3D Grip is a sticky, paddle/wing/bar-grabbing compound with full palm/finger coverage to repel water and keep the glove light for max dexterity. The 3D coating insures long-term durability and grip, while interlocking triangle print allows the palm/fingers to stretch and flex with minimal strain.

Hex-Shield Back Panel Our exclusive Hex-Shield Back Panel combines the water-shedding warmth of a unlined panel with the enhanced durability of laminated neoprene. Many gloves feature raw “mesh skin” neoprene panels which shed water for lightweight and warmth, BUT these unlined panels rip very easily without a laminate for strength. Our Hex Shield offers the best of both worlds: a durable, nylon-lined exterior with a full-panel lamination of water-proof ink. The hex-pattern print insures max flexibility while still absorbing sunlight and repelling water. All this is done in a single panel, minimizing seams for enhanced comfort, flexibility, and durability.

Pre-Curved Fingers and Minimal Seams Another must-have from our Wind/Paddle team was pre-curved fingers, essentially molded to the shape of paddles/wing-handles/kite-bars without any strain on the hands/fingers. This shape reduces fatigue and allows longer, warmer, more comfortable sessions. Unlike other wind/paddle gloves, the knuckles/fingers on our gloves have zero seams crossing the fingers, maximizing comfort and durability. Our gloves have been purposely designed to minimize horizontal seams that go against the grain of movement. Both the palm and back panel of our Wind/Paddle gloves are one seamless, full-length panel from fingertip to wrist. This pattern maximizes durability, stretch, and comfort.

Thermal-Rebound Lining The 3:2 Wind/Paddle Gauntlet features a unique Thermal-Rebound plush, quick-dry interior lining material. Thermal-Rebound material features a thin, flexible metallic grid-layer between the neoprene and the outer lining, reflecting body heat back to the skin for enhanced warmth. Lab tests on the Thermal Rebound laminate show an increase in insulation exceeding 10%, which extends your sessions and increases your odds of getting the wave of the day. The Thermal rebound lining is located only on the 3mm back panel of the glove, where hands are exposed to the elements. The 2mm palm panel has a thinner lining material for improved feel of your paddle/handle/wing and reduced bulk.

Overkill Seams and Extended Comfort Cuff To maximize lifespan, we’ve utilized the most durable seam construction available. Our Overkill Seams start with a glued/blind-stitched seam, with the seam on the outside for maximum comfort. The external stitching is then coated with a liquid seam seal, sealing the stitch holes and providing a durable, flexible barrier against water entry. Inside the gloves, all of the stress areas (between each finger and where the wrist joins the palm panel) feature internal taping for an even greater level of protection. One of the biggest requests from our Wind/Paddle athletes was a longer, roomier cuff to reduce arm-pump and give you the option of putting the cuff over or under your wetsuit arm. We’ve done exactly this with our Extended Comfort Cuff, a seamless, single panel cuff with easy entry and extra length for comfortable coverage.