Buy Magic Marine sailing gloves for dinghy and keelboat
Magic Marine sailing gloves are specific gloves for dinghy and keelboat sailors who work for hours with lines, sheets and spinnaker, designed for maximum grip on Dyneema and reinforced wear zones on thumb and index finger. At Watersportsonline you'll find the Magic Marine sailing gloves range with the Brand line as the all-round choice in S/F (Short Finger) and F/F (Full Finger) for adults and children, the Racing line as premium race version in S/F and F/F, the Sticky set of three pieces for disposable grip-tape on specific fingers, and the Bipoly thermal liner gloves for extra warmth under sailing gloves in cold-water sailing.
Which Magic Marine sailing glove suits me?
| Model | Version | Target group |
|---|---|---|
| Brand S/F | Short Finger (open fingertips) | All-round adult — Unisex and Kids |
| Brand F/F | Full Finger (all fingers covered) | All-round cold water — Unisex and Kids |
| Racing S/F | Premium Short Finger | Race sailors — Unisex and Kids |
| Racing F/F | Premium Full Finger | Race sailors cold water |
| Sticky Set 3 pieces | Grip-tape set | Reinforcement on specific fingers of existing gloves |
| Bipoly glove | Thermal liner | Under sailing gloves in winter and cold water |
The most important choice is S/F vs F/F: S/F (Short Finger) has open fingertips on thumb, index and middle finger, ideal for summer sessions and race sailors who want fine motor control for knotting sheets, smartphone use on board or feeling fine Dyneema lines. F/F (Full Finger) has all fingertips covered for extra warmth, abrasion protection and UV protection, suited for spring/autumn and intensive race sailing. The difference between Brand and Racing is material quality: Brand is mid-range with good grip leather on thumb and index, Racing is premium with reinforced stitching and more durable grip material. Also see the broader sailing gloves collection of brands like Musto and Gill, for matching neoprene the Magic Marine wetsuit collection and the full Magic Marine range.
Frequently asked questions about Magic Marine sailing gloves
Which size sailing gloves do I need?
Magic Marine sailing gloves are sold in standard sizes XS to XXL for adults and S to L for children (8 to 14 years). Try on dry: a properly fitting sailing glove closes snugly without pinching, with no loose pockets at the wrist or fingertips. When in doubt between two sizes choose the smaller — leather and synthetic leather stretch slightly with use. For the Kids version measure the hand circumference (directly below the knuckles, without thumb).
What's the difference between Brand and Racing?
Brand is the mid-range all-round version with good grip leather on thumb and index for recreational and regular dinghy sailing — ideal for club sailors and youth training. Racing is the premium race version with reinforced stitching, longer-lasting grip material and adjusted cuts for maximum fingertip control. For recreational sailing with sessions of 2 to 4 hours Brand suffices. For race sailors training multiple times per week Racing is the more durable choice.
Do I need F/F or does S/F suffice?
For summer sessions and in more recreational classes S/F suffices for most sailors — fingertip control for knot work and operation. For spring/autumn, winter sailing and long offshore trips you choose F/F for extra warmth and abrasion protection. Many race sailors have both versions: F/F for long race days and colder months, S/F for warmer sessions and clinic training.
What do I use the Sticky Set and Bipoly glove for?
The Sticky Set consists of three stickers with extra grip coating that you stick over specific fingers of your existing sailing gloves — handy to quickly refresh worn grip zones on thumb or index without buying a complete new set. The Bipoly glove is a thin thermal liner glove you wear under your regular sailing gloves in cold-water conditions for extra warmth. Both are additions to your main gloves, not replacements.
In stock? Ordered before 17:00 today is shipped the same day. Otherwise as soon as possible. Doubts about size, S/F vs F/F or Brand vs Racing? Our specialists in Joure are happy to help.
