EasyOff™ Fleece Lined Swimming Gloves in Leopard

Not necessarily, but if you find your hands get cold quickly, gloves can make a big difference to comfort as temperatures drop. They're especially useful if you want to keep swimming into autumn and winter without immediately reaching for a full winter wetsuit setup.

Yes. Like neoprene socks, they work by trapping a thin layer of water against your skin that your body heat then warms up, rather than keeping your hands dry, so a snug fit matters more than you'd think. All our products use Limestone neoprene which is warmer than normal neoprene so you don’t need a thicker sock which can by too buoyant while swimming. We also fleece line our EasyOff™ socks for added warmth and comfort.

The fleece lining sits against your skin to add an extra layer of warmth and comfort on top of the neoprene, so they feel soft rather than rubbery next to your feet or hands. It also helps the fit feel snugger and more comfortable over a longer swim, rather than just relying on the neoprene alone.

No, it's designed to do the opposite. The fleece lining is quick-drying and wicks moisture away, so it won't stay damp or clammy from sweat before you get in the water, and dries out faster afterwards too. That combination of warmth, quick-drying performance and moisture-wicking is what keeps them comfortable to wear again and again, not just for a single swim.

Start with thickness for the water temperature you're swimming in, then think about how easily you can get them on and off. EasyOff™ gloves use a wider adjustable strap so cold, numb fingers can still manage the closure after a swim.

The EasyOff™ strap is designed to be opened and closed easily even when your hands are cold and less dexterous, which is genuinely useful for the walk back to the car rather than just a nice extra. Core Gloves use a simpler wrap around velcro fastening on the same 3mm limestone neoprene.

It depends entirely on the event, so always check the specific race rules before you enter. Some organisers treat neoprene gloves and socks as a swimming aid and restrict or ban them, particularly in wetsuit optional or non wetsuit categories, while others allow them freely in cold conditions.

3mm limestone neoprene, which balances warmth with enough flexibility that your hand movement and stroke technique aren't restricted.

They come in Small, Medium and Large. As with socks, a close fit is what keeps the trapped water layer warm. If you're between sizes, sizing down usually works better than sizing up.