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Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves

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Item # 673714

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Designed for use as a belay glove, on big walls and running ropes courses, these leather gloves provide protection without sacrificing functionality.

Constructed with French cowhide, these durable gloves feature 3/4-length fingers for excellent coverage while allowing good dexterity
Palm and thumb saddle are reinforced with tough split-grain leather
Clip-in loop on inside cuff allows gloves to be securely clipped onto a harness or bag for easy access
Hook-and-loop quick-adjust closure ensures a snug and comfortable fit
Triple-needle stitching secures the palm and thumb reinforcement patch; double-stitched seams and closure
Be sure to regularly oil/seal your gloves to keep them supple and water resistant

Sizing specifications for palm circumference are as follows:

X Small fits 6.25" - 7"
Small fits 7" - 7.75"
Medium fits 7.75" - 8.5"
Large fits 8.5" - 9.25"
Xlarge fits 9.25" - 10"

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Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves Customer Reviews

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Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves

4.6

(based on 8 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Rugged (7)
Versatile (5)

Cons

Best Uses

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (4), Avid climber (3)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 8 customers

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Mar

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

We're talk'n DURABLE!

By Hiker Joe E

from Birmingham Mi.

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Pros

Rugged
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

To stay in shape for Mountain Biking, Hiking and Paddling I log over 100 work-outs (weight lifting) every year. Typical gloves, for this purpous, will wear-out in a couple of months. These gloves have lasted a multiple of years (I forget how many)and many hundreds of work-outs. It is the back of the gloves that eventualy failed from repeatedly being drenched with sweat and then air dried over and over again. The reinforced palms remain intact. I will be purchasing my 2nd pair soon.

Jul

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Decent but stitching issue

By bp501

from Boise, ID

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Rugged

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Bouldering

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

The stitching on the left little finger is poorly placed. I have to place a piece of medical tape on my finger to avoid a nasty abrasion from the placement of the seam. I has able to soften the other seams with leather conditioner but that one is just screwed up. I recommend them only for casual hikers and suggest carefully trying them on in the store first.

Sep

2007

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

MY SECOND SKIN

By JSURVEY

from PACIFIC NORTHWEST

About Me Casual/ Recreational, LAND SURVEYOR

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Pros

Lightweight
Rugged
Versatile

Cons

EVENTUALLY BREAKDOWN

Best Uses

Extreme Conditions
LAND SURVEYING

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

I WORK IN THE BRUSH AND WOODS SWINGING A MACHETE OR A SLEDGEHAMMER AT LEAST 10HRS A DAY USUALLY 6 DAYS A WEEK. I PURCHASE ONE PAIR OF THESE A YEAR (4 YEARS NOW)AND THE ONLY TWO DRAWBACKS ARE THAT AFTER A YEAR OF THIS KIND OF ABUSE THEY BREAKDOWN AND THEY DON'T COME IN ANYTHING INSULATED FOR WINTER.THEY OFFER INCREDIBLE DEXTERITY AND UNTIL THE FINGERS BEGIN TO WEAR OUT I GET NO BLISTERS AT ALL. BY FAR THE GREATEST PAIR OF GLOVES, EVER!

Nov

2011

5.0

Durable Gloves

By Ryan Michales

from Bend, OR

About Me Avid Climber

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Rugged

Cons

Best Uses

Long Climbs
Outdoor
Sport climbing

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

I've yet to see a pair of gloves stand up as well as these. I use them primarily for belaying using a Gri Gri. I get 100+ days in every year and go through gloves. These get the job done.

Nov

2009

5.0

Just what I needed . . . .

By Chainsaw J

from Silver Spring, MD

About Me Avid Climber

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Pros

Protection
Rugged
Versatile

Cons

None

Best Uses

General Arborist Use
Rope Work Sports
Tree Climbing

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

A friend and I started an arborist company in VA last year. On one job, I was using Stanley work gloves. The rope slipped on our lowering device and burnt right through the light work gloves. I found these gloves after searching for a while. I wanted something to allow me to tie knots without taking the gloves on and off, but still beefy enough to handle any potential rope burns. Ever since I got these I swear by them. I can grab a line to lower without skin contact, but tie and untie knots without removing the gloves. Also, the hook loops allow easy storage while rigging for climbing without the need for a glove clip.

These gloves have been through strenuous tree work and weather conditions and are holding strong. Would never go back to anything else. I am buying several pairs this year for the people that work with us.

Feb

2009

5.0

Awesome Fit, Bombproof

By Kernmantle

from Allegheny Highlands PA

About Me Avid Climber

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Pros

Rugged
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Fixing cars
Mountaineering

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

I've never had a glove that fit so well. I've owned a pair of these for many years. They're dirty and worn in but show no signs of coming apart, despite much abuse from repelling, wedging, and grabbing hot pot handles. I use them not only climbing but whenever I'm using tools or doing work where I want some support and/or protection. They double as my shooting gloves and mechanics gloves. Everything about this glove- down to the 'biner loop and velcro closure is just perfect. Highly recommended!

Feb

2009

5.0

awsome Gloves

By Caleb_Danner

from Idaho and Iliinois

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Lightweight
Rugged
Versatile
Weather Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Mountaineering

Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

These gloves are great I used these gloves the other day to do demolition on a house for habitat for humanity. This is a great product for climbing and for other things as well