Paddle glove recomendations

Today was the first day that I took my new to me (been sitting in the garage because of the weather for the past two months) play kayak out.  After my goofing off/searching the pylons for my lures, it was time for a shakedown run.

The gloves I tried were a convertible pair of windproof fleece with neoprene palms, way too hot.  Not sure if convertible is the correct term but they have finger and thumb tips exposed until you pull the mitten over the fingers and flip the thumb lid down, hope that makes sense.  Second were my cycling gloves, perfect padding but the leather palms turned soggy/slimy pretty quick.  Can not do nitrile because I need something that breathes, have loads of experience with nitrile.

Needless to say, gloves that are steaming, not fun.  When it feels like you are trying to grip a slime eel, not fun.  Bare hands left me with blisters, felt like a few pieces of sand would magically show up every five minutes.  Wash the paddle and my hands every five minutes but still ended up with what could only be described as self satisfaction blisters

I generally use these in colder weather.

http://www.harborfreight.com/nylon-knit-gloves-with-polyurethane-palm-medium-97404.html
They're tight fitting enough to give you pretty good feel but they also breath well enough to keep your hands from overheating. They keep the water out pretty well too, unless you actually dip your hand in the water. They're not as thick as they look in the picture. Also they're cheap! So if you drop them in the water you're only out two bucks. They also keep you from getting those really cool overly tan hands in the winter and spring. My wife is a big fan of bronze hands with pale white arms.

Also they're cheap! So if you drop them in the water you're only out two bucks.

God I love this hobby....a grand for a kayak (yeah I know, lower end), a few hundred for a paddle, a hundred for a pfd, five hundred (give or take) on some extras, another five hundred on some basic angling equipment and off to Harbor Freight for some two dollar gloves. 

Also they're cheap! So if you drop them in the water you're only out two bucks.

God I love this hobby....a grand for a kayak (yeah I know, lower end), a few hundred for a paddle, a hundred for a pfd, five hundred (give or take) on some extras, another five hundred on some basic angling equipment and off to Harbor Freight for some two dollar gloves. 

The simplest solution is often the best. Not everyone has spent 2000+ dollars to get on the water.

You are correct Sir and I for one, never thought I would either, but I have and it wasn't difficult. Some folks even spend more than that, just for their first Kayak. Hopefully you didn't reply because you were offended (sort of seemed like it) I buy the same gloves in bulk so they're even cheaper and like many of us on this forum, build what I can to save pennies. I'll drive around town or over to Portland, spending twenty bucks on gas (and my time) to save five bucks on an accessory.

If you just can't force yourself to save money, another alternative are the Sealskinz line of gloves. I like them because they feel like cotton knit cloves and are absolutely waterproof.  If I get to warm, I simply put my hands in the water. The water on the outside evaporates and bleeds off heat on the inside. For the winter I use an insulated set. At 10 X the price of the above gloves it makes one wonder.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030C68T2/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_2?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0008F4EZY&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=13XKZZGG08CQRKMM0GJ1
Stevehawk

My apologizes, I did misunderstand your meaning.

http://www.harborfreight.com/nylon-knit-gloves-with-polyurethane-palm-medium-97404.html...They're tight fitting enough to give you pretty good feel but they also breath well enough to keep your hands from overheating. They keep the water out pretty well too, unless you actually dip your hand in the water. They're not as thick as they look in the picture. Also they're cheap! ...

I have tried those exact gloves and I found them cold.  The polyurethane seemed to quickly wick the heat from hands even on a hot day.  However, I tend to run cold, and would rather sweat than shiver.  Sure can't beat the price.  No problem cutting off the fingers.  I still have a few pairs, maybe I'll try them again.

For warm weather I use these Stohlquist fingerless gloves. 
http://www.amazon.com/Stohlquist-Contact-Glove/dp/B004ZR9EJ2
They held up well for the two years I was a paddler. 

In the cold weather I use a pair of Glaciers.  http://www.tackledirect.com/glacier-glove-pro-angler-glove-821bk.html  I got them direct from Glacier, but their website seems to have issues.  I may slit another finger or two.

Also for the cold I have a Glacier hoodie, http://www.trailspace.com/gear/glacier-glove/full-dome-hood/

My apologizes, I did misunderstand your meaning.

No apologies needed Noah, but thanks. I thought it seemed like you might have mis-understood what I was saying in reference to your thread. I'm always on the lookout for a sweet deal or willing to compromise a little to save some bucks. I think we all are and its probably why everyone here is cool with one another and the occasional friendly sarcasm (I hope)....Dave

Wali recommended nitrile gloves a long ways back and I thought he was nuts. I used them for fishing a few times to keep scent off my fishing gear and now like them every time I get on the water. They're cheap, thin enough to tie knots, thin enough that handling gear is a snap, they're actually quite warm, and also keep your hands from being soaked, bloated and peel-y by the end of the day. Wali, you got some real gems buddy!

Wali recommended nitrile gloves a long ways back and I thought he was nuts. I used them for fishing a few times to keep scent off my fishing gear and now like them every time I get on the water. They're cheap, thin enough to tie knots, thin enough that handling gear is a snap, they're actually quite warm, and also keep your hands from being soaked, bloated and peel-y by the end of the day. Wali, you got some real gems buddy!

Just don't cheap out and buy the Harbor Freight nitrile gloves.  They aren't much stronger than latex gloves. 
NAPA and other auto part stores carry the better quality nitrile gloves that can take a beating.

Anyone use Lemon Joy dishwashing liquid and a toothbrush or WD40 on their lures?


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Anyone use Lemon Joy dishwashing liquid and a toothbrush or WD40 on their lures?

I asked about WD-40 a couple of months ago.  Lots of folks use WD-40, now, myself included.  I use it to clean lures of old, sticky scent. 

http://www.northwestkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,6511.msg68492.html#msg68492

WD40 works well per the above posts....can be expensive if you buy it in the aerosol can.
The cheapest purchase is in the 1 gallon can.....I think I paid around $15.00 at Bi-Mart......you need a $2.50 quart size or smaller plastic spray bottle to decant the WD40 into.

Lemon joy gets things clean and seems to attract salmonids.  WD40 on flashers and swivels keeps em rolling.... as for paddle gloves, I have a pair for sale---new NRS pre-curved to fit the paddle, (endorsed by the Boston Strangler.)
Paid $40, sell $25+shipping --never used

WD40 works well per the above posts....can be expensive if you buy it in the aerosol can.
The cheapest purchase is in the 1 gallon can.....I think I paid around $15.00 at Bi-Mart......you need a $2.50 quart size or smaller plastic spray bottle to decant the WD40 into.

Cool.  I did not know you could buy it that way.  Usually, I buy an aerosol can then break off the tip and have a can I can no longer easily use.