{"product_id":"aftco-solblok-fingerless-sun-protection-fishing-gloves","title":"AFTCO Solblok Fingerless Sun Protection Fishing Gloves","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKeep Your Hands in the Fight, Out of the Sun\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AFTCO Solblok Fingerless Sun Protection Fishing Gloves are built for anglers who spend long hours on the water under direct sun. With UPF 50 rated fabric covering your hands, fingers, and wrists, you get serious UV protection without sacrificing the feel and dexterity you need to rig, cast, and fight fish all day long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Dexterity Without Sacrificing Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ¾ finger coverage design gives you the best of both worlds — your fingertips stay free for tying knots, baiting hooks, and handling tackle, while the rest of your hand stays shielded from harmful UV rays. The synthetic leather palm adds a confident grip on rods, reels, and leaders, even when your hands are wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSun Damage Adds Up — These Don't Let It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost anglers don't think about hand sun protection until it's too late. Hours of reflected UV off the water accelerates skin damage on the backs of hands and wrists — areas that are constantly exposed and rarely covered. The Solblok gloves close that gap with lightweight, breathable UPF 50 coverage that you'll forget you're wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy the Solblok Beats Going Bare-Handed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPF 50 rated — blocks 98%+ of harmful UV rays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¾ finger coverage keeps fingertips free for precision tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic leather palm for a secure, non-slip grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and breathable — won't overheat in warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAFTCO quality construction built to hold up to repeated use on the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Pick If...\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou fish in sunny, open-water conditions regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want hand protection without losing feel on the rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're prone to sunburn on the backs of your hands and wrists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a glove that works for both rigging and fighting fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a trusted fishing-specific brand, not a generic sun glove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Fishing Techniques\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for offshore trolling, inshore flats fishing, kayak fishing, surf fishing, and freshwater bass or trout fishing on open water. Any technique where you're exposed to direct sun for extended periods benefits from the Solblok's UPF coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunny days, tropical and subtropical climates, summer fishing, and any situation with high UV index or strong glare off the water. Also effective on overcast days where UV still penetrates cloud cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater inshore and offshore anglers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlats and sight-fishing guides and clients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKayak anglers with constant sun exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurf and pier fishermen in open conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater bass and trout anglers on open lakes and rivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPF 50 sun protection fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¾ finger coverage for dexterity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic leather palm for enhanced grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight, breathable construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in Medium, Large, XL, and 2X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.8 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVendor: AFTCO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModels \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#3399cc;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGLOVESB-M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGLOVESB-L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLarge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGLOVESB-XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eXL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGLOVESB-2X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTackle Express Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize up if between sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you're on the border between Medium and Large, go Large — the synthetic leather palm fits snugger when new and will break in with use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair with a sun shirt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine the Solblok gloves with an AFTCO UPF sun shirt for full arm and hand coverage on long offshore or flats days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse after saltwater use:\u003c\/strong\u003e A quick freshwater rinse after each trip keeps the fabric and synthetic leather palm performing longer and prevents salt buildup from stiffening the glove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I tie knots and bait hooks while wearing these?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the ¾ finger coverage design leaves your fingertips exposed so you retain full dexterity for tying knots, threading bait, and handling small tackle without removing the gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these work for both saltwater and freshwater fishing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. 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