Regenerating grip on goalie gloves

Discussion in 'Soccer Boots' started by KCRovert, Nov 14, 2006.

  1. KCRovert

    KCRovert BigSoccer Supporter

    Jun 17, 2004
    Overland Park
    Club:
    Kansas City Wizards
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    I have a couple pairs of gloves, they are both in good condition and clean...but they have lost their grip. They are both slick and I can only get a decent grip if I keep them wet.

    Any suggestions as to regenerating or replenishing the "tackiness" of the latex?
     
  2. Old US Keeper

    Old US Keeper New Member

    Sep 29, 2004
    Chandler, AZ
    Well, you should always keep your gloves damp when playing. As you said, it brings out the grip in the latex, & dry latex tends to tear quicker than damp latex. It is nearly impossible to regenerate a grip once the latex has gone south, however.

    The best thing you can do is wash your gloves after every use with lukewarm water & possibly a good glove cleaner if they are really dirty. Using the wrong detergent can wreck the grip, as different chemicals can affect the latex differently, some with disastrous results!

    Check out http://www.betweenthesticks.com & http://goalkeeperzone.com/kzforums for more info & glove choices.
     
  3. spejic

    spejic Cautionary example

    Mar 1, 1999
    San Rafael, CA
    Club:
    San Jose Earthquakes
    It really can't be helped - latex will eventually turn hard and slick just from age. You just have to consider goalie gloves disposable items.
     
  4. Mike Slatton

    Mike Slatton New Member

    TB Rowdies
    United States
    Oct 27, 2017
    There is only one product that actually works to restore goalie glove grip and it actually improves longevity. It's Keeper Balm. https://keeperbalm.com/ I put it on all of my gloves, as soon as I get them. It's highly permeable and keeps your gloves from getting dry and brittle. I live in Florida and leave my gloves in the trunk all the time. Keeper Balm keeps them from drying out and gives them a better grip than new gloves. No exaggeration.
     

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