Outdoor Research Upsurge Paddle Gloves
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Get a surge of strength, stamina and performance on the water with the anatomically designed Outdoor Research Upsurge Paddle gloves.
Shop similar products- Synthetic suede palms offer barely-there foam support and dexterity that won't interfere with natural grip on an oar—ideal for paddlers who prefer not to wear gloves
- Poly-spandex stretch back of hand fabric is made with recycled polyester and offers full-finger protection
- Breathable Airprene is mapped only where your hands lose the most heat, allowing for maximum stretch and dexterity
- Strategically placed drain holes provide an escape route for cold water
- Allover UPF 50+ fabrics shield against harmful UV rays
Imported.
View all Outdoor Research Men's Paddling Gloves| Best Use | Paddling |
|---|---|
| Palm Material | Synthetic suede |
| Fabric | 92% recycled polyester/8% spandex |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Glove Type | Full Finger |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 6.5 - 7 | 7 - 7.5 | 7.5 - 8 | 8 - 9 | 9 - 9.5+ |
| Hand Circumference | 6.5 - 7.25 | 7.25 - 8 | 8 - 8.5 | 8.5 - 9.5 | 9.5 - 10+ |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
Measure around a flat hand at the knuckles; do not include your thumb. Also measure your hand length from the base of your palm to the end if your middle finger. Use the larger of the two measurements to select your glove size.
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Great lightweight paddling glove
I have been using these for packrafting in mild conditions in Central Oregon and have been very happy to find that OR's excellence in gloves extends into the paddling market.
Will not buy again for this purpose
Paddled on 2 week long Boundary Waters trips with these gloves and though comfy the tips on the index and thumb are shredding and won't last like you would expect from such a high end pricey specialized glove!
Lasted less than 2 days.
I used these once on a three day kayaking trip. By the second day three of the finger seams had opened and my fingers poked out. They weren't too small, they just didn't hold up.
Good design, poor execution
The gloves fit well and serve their purpose. However, on my third trip using them, one of the fingers simply ripped off. Now, I've got a pair of gloves with nine fingers (I have ten). Ordinarily, I find OR products to be top-notch and I own many of their products. However, this one needs to go back to the drawing board.
Nice gloves for water sports with possible durability issue
Overall nice gloves, ideal for water sports like kayaking. They remain comfortable when wet and they dry reasonably well. Don't expect too much warmth as they are not insulated, but they do protect from the wind to a surprising degree. Great protection from the sun. I normally wear XL gloves, but their size chart suggested a size large... which was too tight. In the end, size XL was the right one, but their size chart was off. The reason I took off a star is that their durability is questionnable; I ended up with a hole and a ripped seam after a weekend of use. OR guarantee being excellent, they replaced the defective glove. Still recommendable, especially that they fit a niche with very little alternative options.
Great protective gloves
I'd never worn glove while paddling before, but after a short trip that resulted in some blisters, I decided to give these a try before a week long canoe trip. Extremely glad I did. They do a great job protecting from blisters, without interfering at all with how I would normally paddle. No change when they got wet. Only used them in weather where they were comfortable, I would not expect them to add a lot of warmth, but they should block the wind and protect from cold water somewhat. I'll buy another pair when these give out.
Great gloves
I purchased these for kayaking in cold weather. They're not bad for moderate cold and I found them better than neoprene because the material is much thinner. I rated them 4-stars only because they did not meet my hopes. They are very comfortable, easy wearing and did not affect hand feel on the paddle too much. They helped a lot to reduce that kayakers-blister I developed over the summer. I would recommend and purchase again.
Great paddling gloves
I love these gloves. From fall canoeing in the BWCA to working in black spruce swamps on the canadian border, these are the perfect amount of warmth for fall and spring, but also are also thin enough to wear in summer if you need the protection. Great for when you still need to be able to use your fingers for fine tasks, or use a smart phone. So far they seem really durable.
Exactly as described...perfect for me
I bought these for kayaking in the Pac NW. The fit guide was easy to use and the fit is perfect. They are comfortable and give my hands the protection they needed. They provide protection from sun and also from wind, though not when wet. They aren't billed as gloves to provide warmth and, as expected they don't. But they do just what they say and are just what I needed.
Warm, comfortable and flexible sums these up
These full fingered gloves are quite comfortable to wear and the XL's are sized right for my large hands. They are great for kayaking, offering a good bit of warmth and good flexibility. I also use the OR fingerless sun gloves for the paddling in midsummer and both gloves do great in keeping the blisters at bay. Recommended!