I have the same question. I know i'm a medium in latex gloves. Should I get a medium paddle then?
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I don't know how latex gloves are sized, but I imagine they stretch. All I can say is, if I measure my hand with my palm up, it's 7-1/4" from the base of my hand to the top of my middle finger, and my palm is 3-1/2" from the base of my thumb across to the other side of my palm about an inch under my little finger. I never thought I'd be measuring my hand, but if it helps, then there you go. Good Luck - and be sure to review them here once you've tried them!
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The paddles are adjustable so it helps fitting. I think that the amount of resistance you want when you pull should also impact your decision. I'm a female and my hands are bigger than most girl hands but definitely smaller than guys hands. I wanted to pull against more resistance so I got medium. The little elastic bands do adjust, but I like them tight so they stay secure. I probably would wear small latex gloves.
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I bought then for a friend who is a female, and they are perfecrt. If you want to get a pair that is sized, then you need to look at other brands, but I think these work well for all.
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Medium for tight...the gloves will stretch out a little. Large if you prefer a loose fit. Dont freak if the medium is super tight at first...just gotta stretch it out like any leather or cotton product
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Unless you often buy men's gloves id buy a medium. These gloves are supposed to fit like a second skin. I have big hands for a woman and medium is perfect.
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I like my gloves to be a more snug for the compression. The easiest way to tell you is if you have slim hands you would want a small if you are slightly thicker then a med if you have real think hands then you would want a large. But remember you want a slightly tighter fit for the compression. Hope this helps.
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Hi. Yes, I think you'll be good. I imagine they'll be a little big but that is the name of the game unless you get custom fitted gloves.
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I have fairly large hands and used the large sized gloves. I would say they will fit gloves are kind of a one size fits all especially at this level of training. If you have any trouble you can make up some of the difference with the way you wrap your hands. It really depends on what you are using the gloves. If you are using them just for bag work or mit work they will most likely do fine. I would recommend buying them directly from amazon and if you have any issue later you can send them back. Amazon's return service is great and it really gives me confidence buying from a retailer when I can't necessarily try them on. you could also go to a local sportswear spot and try them on and then buy them here.
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I don't see the point of that. Buy a board that you can carry, that's suitable for your weight, & that is suitable for your type of paddling. That should do the job!Edited to add that I'm very happy with my Greco board & paddle, & have had great customer service from the company as well.
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I am a female and 5'10 with big hands. I ordered the medium, because my trainer's gloves were the exact same ones and they fit me perfectly..even with my wraps on. My medium fit a bit snug, but it's because they aren't worn in yet. I imagine the XL would work for you. I certainly wouldn't recommend the L for you, but hopefully the XL should be big enough.
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I have smallish hands, i fit snugly into a medium, but can fit amazingly in a small. I understand where you are coming from =] The gloves should fit just fine because they're supposed to be oversize to ensure that they protect you. I would definitely pick up the medium.
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i would go up a size. i was borderline and went with medium and they were too tight. i use wraps under my large gloves and my hand was like 7.75" i think they have a size chart on their website.
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My hand therapist had different sizes to try. Bit she just looked at my hand and knew that I needed a medium. Sorry to be of little help. I wear a woman's size seven glove. But it is hard to find sized gloves today.
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I would recommend looking for a Gore-Tex glove for the situation you are asking about. They will be truly water proof and more durable.
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My hand is about two inches shorter than yours and I bought a medium glove. Mine fits well, but you would want something in a large or an extra large I would assume.
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I got medium, and my fingers are short (compared to my friends). So yes, you'd very likely need the large.
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Yow! That could be coooold! I would maybe look at a 4 or 5 mm thickness suit, that said, this is so cheap and if you get it on prime with free returns... Anyway, I'd guess Medium so you're not wrestling too much to get it on. It does need to be fairly tight and in contact with the skin to work properly, mine has a spot in the small of my back that doesn't contact so it makes a cold spot, which seems to be typical of low-cost wetsuits, but at this price I can't complain too much.
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Then buy large i bought my glove size however, you want them to be very fitted so you may want med. they really help!!'
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I am 27, so I can't speak for younger swimmers, but I was a beginner and these really helped my stroke and also REALLY worked out my arm muscles. I have the mediums and I am very happy with them! I also have a pair of fins that help with kicking and building those leg muscles which are also helpful for beginners. With the paddles, you may want something to keep the legs afloat since pulling is normally arms only. I think Speedo sells something for between the legs!