January 1, 2010 E-MAIL PRINT

Gloves at first sight

by Staff Report/

Warrior SugarDaddy

Warrior SugarDaddy

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Warrior

www.warriorlacrosse.com

SugarDaddy — Warrior calls the SugarDaddy “the world’s most vented” lacrosse glove. This glove has 24 individual “VaporVents” located throughout the back of the hand that provide “the ultimate in ventilation and protection.” The new backhand pattern gives the glove a much tighter fit and provides more flexibility in a player’s hands when cradling, passing and shooting. MSRP: $174.99

Kapital — This glove delivers high-quality protection and style at a more affordable price. The new backhand pattern on the Kapital glove contours to one’s hands for a tight and comfortable fit. The tone-on-tone paisley print on the glove gives it a unique style and a subtle high-end look. In addition,    the patented vent system and moisture management liner on the glove keeps hands cool and dry under pressure. MSRP: $104.99

Brass Monkey — Warrior calls the Brass Monkey glove “quite possibly the most perfect lacrosse glove ever made.’’ It provides an “impenetrable layer of protection for your fingers, without hindering mobility.” The contour cuff design follows the natural motion of the wrist as the player cradles, passes, and shoots. The VaporVent system keeps hands dry during action. MSRP: $184.99

Brine

www.brine.com

Shakedown — The Shakedown features a floating, adjustable wrist guard that enables the player to customize the glove. Other features include dual density foam construction and carbon composite knuckle and fingertip protection. Also providing comfort is a new, detachable floating cuff, which enables the player to further customize the glove’s fit. The glove’s patented backhand venting keeps hands cool and dry. The Shakedown also features super-soft nash palms and mesh gussets. MSRP: $195

Vengeance — According to Brine, the Vengeance’s new palm design “increases total grip and offers maximum breathability. The company believes that the glove’s pinstriped screen print on the backhand gives it an “ultra high-end look.’’ Other features include patented backhand venting and, for protection, an adjustable, free-floating wrist cuff, dual density foam fingers, and backhand trigger-finger padding. For comfort, the glove has stretch-fit flex points. MSRP: $175

Thriller — Brine believes the elephant print backhand design has an intimidating quality, and that “no mere mortal” can resist the glove’s super-ventilated palm that is “so comfortable, your body starts to shiver.’’ It features  an adjustable, free-floating wrist cuff, dual-density foam fingers, trigger-finger padding, patented back hand venting, and stretch-fit flex points. MSRP: $130

STX

www.stxlacrosse.com

K18 — The company’s K18 line uses “d3o technology” that provides what it calls “intelligent shock absorption, excellent impact absorption, and maximum comfort and dexterity.” It says it uses padding efficiently to provide a lightweight glove that allows excellent mobility. The K18’s mesh palm with reinforced grip offers “maximum comfort, breathability, and control.’’ The glove is constructed with contrasting matte and patent leather for a unique look. Its elevated textured polyester fabric provides moisture wicking and breathability. MSRP: $155

Clash — STX considers its Clash to be the “best line of youth protection.’’ Its TriFlex finger design provides “superior dexterity and flexibility.” The original STX mesh and synthetic leather palm provides “superior feel and grip.’’ The glove’s liner, which is soft and comfortable, wicks away moisture. The glove also includes a “Microbe shield” that protects against odors. MSRP: $55

K18 Goalie — STX considers this glove “the best of both worlds — the best features of the K18 field glove with the latest revolutionary thumb design.’’ It includes a patent-pending “Flexible Locking Design,’’ a thumb feature that “stays flexible” but “locks” into place when high-impact collisions occur. It is stitched in a way that “allows your glove to move in all the same ways as your hand.” The glove is built with “d3o technology” that provides “intelligent shock absorption, excellent impact absorption, and maximum comfort and dexterity.” MSRP: $165

adidas

www.adidas.com/lacrosse

Grant —  This glove, which adidas heralds as “innovative,” features its ClimaCool technology, which provides 360 degrees of ventilation and wicks moisture away, keeping hands cool and dry. It’s patent-pending ventilated cuff assures “premium ventilation and comfort,’’ according to the company. MSRP: $149.99

adiStrike — Features include ClimaCool technology, triple-split, pre-curved fingers, and double-split thumb for comfort; premium calf-skin leather palms; rubberized logos for extreme feel and control; triple-density protection and side-padded fingers; ergonomically designed top vents for air flow through glove; and anatomically designed, dynamic flex points to allow the glove to follow the natural movements of the hand. MSRP: $145

Excel — Adidas’ ClimaLite liner wicks moisture away for cool, dry hands. Other features include triple-split pre-curved fingers and double split-thumb for broken-in feel; mesh palm and finger vents for ventilation; split cuff for total wrist movement; and a floating cuff that protects the wrist while allowing flexible hand motion. MSRP: $90

Reebok

www.reebok.com/lacrosse

9K Camo — The 9K Camo features what Reebok boasts is “a buttery-soft goatskin palm that offers revolutionary feel.’’ It also features the company’s patented “Flex Armor Ventilation” that ensures maximum breathability. The “Wrist Shield System” provides “the perfect balance of comfort and protection.” MSRP: $170

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