Hornet Watersports Rowing Gloves Ideal for Indoor Rowing, Sculling, Kayak, SUP, Outrigger Canoe, Dragon Boat and other Watersports

I first bought a pair of these gloves when I took up Kayaking in 2017. And, that pair has been the most durable piece of kit I've bought.Sure the stitching needed a bit of repair occasionally but, seeing as I used the gloves for kayaking at least 3 times a week for over a year and a half, as well as week-long sea kayaking trips in between, I was more than happy with the quality.They are comfy, light, and durable...And trust me I've put them through a lot...yet they are still going strong.In fact, there was no real need for me to buy a new pair but I decided to anyway so I could have a spare pair just in case.So how disappointed was I when I found Hornet has apparently gone cheap on us and are now using inferior materials to increase their profits!Because the new pair I bought in February have worn out already!!That's within only 4 months of use!And as you can see by the two photographs the 2019 version has much thinner rubber than the one bought in 2017Luckily I didn't throw my old ones out because I'm confident these babies will last me another year...which is obviously why Hornet changed the materials as it does them no good financially to sell a durable product.How sick is that?!I've honestly hated writing this review because I love my old gloves and it's very rare you buy a product these days that lasts. And it's just so sad that these gloves have been redesigned so they are less durable...in order for you to have to replace them every 4 months.

This year with my gym shut due to COVID I have made the most of a Concept 2 rowing machine that I bought many years ago. However, I found that as I accumulated the miles on my rowing machine, my hands developed blisters which then turned into calluses, particularly at the top of my palms. I bought these gloves to protect my hands and have been delighted with the results. They allow me to hold the handle of the rowing machine effectively and prevent the friction that causes blisters. As a result, my hands have become far softer with no further blistering and only very small calluses that are barely noticeable.As a result, I enjoy my rowing more and am within 10K of my million metre target.Highly recommended

I bought these gloves specifically for wearing while paddling my kayak, to protect from blisters.I wore them for the first time recently, and paddled comfortably for a couple of hours.

More than met my expectations. Purchased to use whilst kayaking. I have found them to totally prevent the usual rubbing that can cause blisters after a long day paddling. Added bonus is that they have a rubbery palm that really helps your grip even when wet. Very pleased with my purchase - would recommend to all.

Thin enough to be really comfortable, unlike standard gym gloves, yet strong enough and fit for purpose.I use them for a rowing machine and cross trainer. I could not say what would happen if using them for general gym / weights use and would personally use something more durable for that.

I've been using my rowing machine for 6 months and calluses were forming despite taking rings off. These gloves offer good protection as well as a good grip.

Perfect fit for my hands, got a small for paddle boarding and very comfortable and great grip for watersports. Happy with this!!

Awesome bit of kit. After many sessions on the rower and suffering blisters with or without my previous gloves I decided to give these their first test on a half marathon row. My hands are good to go again tomorrow, very impressed