• Brown belay glove, back view, with reinforced fingers and adjustable wrist strap
  • Pair of brown belay gloves showing the reinforced palms and backs
  • Brown belay glove palm with leather reinforcement and stitched grip panels
  • Brown belay glove, angled back view, with reinforced fingertips and wrist strap
  • Belay glove cuffs with adjustable straps and yellow pull loops
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Outdoor Research

Direct Route II Glove – Unisex Belay Gloves

Direct Route II Glove – Unisex Belay Gloves

£45.00
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Color: Brown
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Durable hand protection for long days at the crag

The Outdoor Research Direct Route II Glove combines a goat leather palm with reinforced suede overlays for the demands of belaying, abseiling and hauling gear. Breathable stretch-knit fabric supports comfort and dexterity, while a secure wrist closure lets you fine-tune the fit.

Pull them on for ropework at the base of the route, adjust the hook-and-loop closure and get ready for the next pitch. When it is time to climb, clip them to your harness using the dedicated loop so they stay close for the next belay.

Reinforced where it matters

  • Goat leather palm: provides a durable handling surface for repeated ropework.
  • Cow split-suede palm overlays and Kevlar stitching: reinforce the construction for long-term wear.
  • Minimal fingertip seams: reduce seam bulk and support durability in high-use areas.
  • Stretch-knit outer: combines 95% polyester with 5% spandex for flexibility and breathable comfort.
  • Highly breathable knit cuff: helps maintain comfort during warm days at the crag.
  • UPF 50+: provides sun protection on covered areas.

A practical fit for ropework

  • Unisex sizing: designed for a range of wearers.
  • Gusseted wrist entry: helps with putting the gloves on and taking them off.
  • Hook-and-loop wrist closure: adjusts for a secure fit.
  • Harness/car abiner clip loop: keeps the gloves accessible between uses.
  • Low-profile pull loop: assists with pulling the gloves on.

For belaying, abseiling and hauling gear

Choose the Direct Route II for rope handling on climbing trips and long sessions at the wall or crag. The reinforced palm helps protect hands from abrasion during ropework, without making rope-burn prevention guarantees.

Technical specifications

  • Product reference: 287689
  • Outer and cuff: 95% polyester, 5% spandex knit
  • Palm: Goat leather
  • Palm overlay: Cow split suede
  • Reinforcement: Kevlar stitching
  • Fabric performance: Durable and breathable
  • Sun protection: UPF 50+
  • Sizing: Unisex
  • Closure: Gusseted wrist entry with hook-and-loop adjustment
  • Attachment: Harness/carabiner clip loop
  • Weight: 119 g / 4.2 oz
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