At WADMitts, we don’t make average gloves. We make extra padded gloves designed to protect your hands without slowing you down. Whether you’re lifting, rucking, boxing, or working outdoors, our gloves give you impact protection where you actually need it—along the palm, thumb base, and across the top of the hand.
We built these gloves because other ones failed us. They tore up too fast. They soaked through. They didn’t protect the spots that hurt most. So we fixed it. Every pair we make is focused on fit, padding, and function.
Why Extra Padding Makes the Difference
Padding should protect your hands, not bulk them up. That’s the starting point for every WADMitts glove. Our designs avoid over-padding the fingers or reducing your grip feel. Instead, we reinforce the zones that absorb the most force.
These are not ski gloves. They’re not made for sitting in cold bleachers or swiping touchscreens. These are gloves meant to be used hard, sweated in, and worn all day.
Common uses for our extra padded gloves:
- Weightlifting – Protect the palm base during presses or rows
- Tactical Training – Cushion hands during dynamic drills and impact
- Landscaping & Labor – Reinforce hotspots that break down gloves
- Adaptive Use – Help protect hands in wheelchair use or physical therapy
- Everyday Carry (EDC) – Grip and durability for rucking, range use, and tools
Where We Add the Padding (And Where We Don’t)
Here’s how we structure our gloves for practical protection.
| Glove Area | Padding Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Base | ✅ Extra padded | Absorbs force during pressing/lifting |
| Thumb Webbing | ✅ Padded reinforcement | Common friction and contact zone |
| Knuckle Top | ✅ Flexible padding | Shields back of hand on contact |
| Finger Tips | ❌ Not padded | Preserves dexterity and grip feel |
| Wrist Closure | ✅ Structured cuff | Adds stability and keeps fit tight |
We design the padding with movement in mind. That means layered reinforcement with flexibility—so you can clench, extend, and rotate without resistance.
Our Materials and Build Process
Each glove starts with a form-fitting base. Then we layer in the grip panel, padding zones, and closure system.
We use:
- Durable synthetics that resist tearing and hold up to sweat
- Stitched padding panels—not glued or cheap foam inserts
- Breathable mesh zones to reduce sweat build-up
- Reinforced wrist cuffs for secure fit and comfort
No velcro that frays. No seams that rub. No bulky lining that ruins your grip.
Designed by Need, Not by Trend
We didn’t start this brand to follow glove fashion. We started it because we needed gloves that didn’t suck. WADMitts came from real experience—weight rooms, job sites, rucks, and daily hand pain.
You’ll see that in the way we stitch, the way we test, and the way we size our gloves. Every part of this process is done with user performance in mind.
Here’s the breakdown of the typical feedback we get:
“They’re thicker where it matters and thin where you want feel.”
“I wore them all day and didn’t take them off.”
“They don’t smell awful like others after a week of use.”
“They actually hold up. I’m on my second pair after 8 months.”
Choosing the Right Size
Getting the right fit is key to glove performance. That’s why we built a full glove sizing guide that walks you through how to measure your hand.
We recommend sizing based on:
- Palm circumference
- Palm length
- Activity type (tight fit for control, loose fit for airflow)
A snug fit gives better grip. A looser fit gives more breathability for long wear.
WADMitts Use Cases: Built to Move, Not Sit
You’ll find our gloves in gym bags, toolboxes, and rucksacks across the country. Here’s what people are doing with them:
Gym and Weight Training
Our extra padded gloves protect the base of your palm where barbells dig in. That makes them great for bench press, pull-ups, sled pushes, and kettlebell swings. They’re not wrist wraps or wrist straps—but they do provide support where it helps.
Rucking and Tactical
If you’re training for ruck events or spending time at the range, you know how fast gloves break down. Our padding zones are placed for real contact—like rail grabs, shoulder carries, and prone drills. You still get wrist mobility and finger feel, but your palms take less damage.
Job Sites and Tools
We’ve had electricians, welders, and landscapers use our gloves on the job. They hold up to rope pulls, tool grips, chains, and rigging. They won’t keep your hands warm in sub-zero temps—but they will protect you from split palms and shock impact.
Adaptive and Daily Use
Some of our best feedback comes from people using WADMitts for wheelchair use, PT, and medical support. When your hands are part of your mobility system, padding isn’t an option—it’s a necessity.
Gallery: How They Fit and Feel
If you want to see our gloves in real-world use, check out the comfortable glove gallery. You’ll see how they fit tight, flex with hand movement, and don’t puff up or sag after wear.
Real gloves. Real hands. No photoshop.
The WADMitts Guarantee
We stand behind our work. If you get a pair that doesn’t fit right, let us know. If you use them for a month and they fall apart, send us photos—we’ll replace them.
Our gloves are built to be used hard. If they don’t hold up, that’s on us.
How to Order
WADMitts gloves are available in standard and EDC styles. New sizes and styles are coming soon.
- Visit WADMitts.com
- Go to the shop page
- Use the sizing guide for your best fit
- Place your order—we ship fast, and we pack it right
