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Petzl CORDEX Plus Gloves - Lightweight, Breathable Leather - Tan - M

Petzl CORDEX Plus Gloves - Lightweight, Breathable Leather - Tan - M

The Cordex Plus is Petzl's heavier-duty belay and rappel glove, with a double layer of leather on the palm, fingers and thumb crotch. Built for frequent lowering, long rappels and intensive rope handling.

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What we liked

  • + Double layer of leather in high-wear areas (palm, fingers, thumb crotch) for extended life under intensive use
  • + Abrasion-resistant stretch nylon over the knuckles protects the back of the hand while keeping it flexible
  • + Neoprene cuff with Velcro closure and a reinforced carabiner hole for carrying the gloves on a harness

Trade-offs

  • - The extra leather adds bulk and warmth, so it gives up some fingertip feel against the lighter standard Cordex
  • - The most expensive pair in this guide, which is hard to justify for occasional gym belaying

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