HELLY HANSEN SAILING GLOVE LONG

These gloves were one of the most lightweight of the traditional-style pairs we tested. The breathable mesh fabric on the back of the hand allows moisture to escape and the ends of fingers were well protected. However, the position of the thumb means the glove is only really comfortable with your fingers curved or hand in a clenched position: useful when hauling rope or helming but cumbersome when you need a flat hand. The fabric on the palm also didn’t provide a solid grip, with this pair coming penultimate in the friction test.

Lightweight and breathable but with less grip

We found the position of the thumb odd, making these gloves less comfortable