Rocks Edge Gloves
Zip Line Gloves Made for the Adventure Industry
Rocks Edge Gloves were made for people who spend their days working on zip lines, ropes courses, and aerial adventure parks.
Instead of adapting a generic work glove to the job, Rocks Edge Gloves are designed around what guides and operators actually need: protection, grip, dexterity, comfort, and durability.
Choose from heavy-duty Pro Series guide gloves or economical Client Gloves for participants.
Why Use Gloves Made for Zip Lines?
Working around wire rope, trolleys, carabiners, belay equipment, and braking systems puts different demands on a glove than normal yard or construction work.
A good zip line glove needs to protect your hands without making it hard to clip equipment, handle hardware, tie knots, or perform other tasks.
Rocks Edge Pro Series Guide Gloves
The Rocks Edge Pro Series is built for guides, instructors, technicians, and other professionals who put their gloves through heavy use.
The palm uses layers of goat and cow leather with Kevlar backing and stitching. High-wear areas get added reinforcement, while a 4-way stretch Spandex back helps maintain flexibility and airflow.
Features include:
- Triple-layer leather reinforcement at palm stress points
- Double leather reinforcement on finger stress points
- Kevlar stitching and middle-layer backing
- 4-way stretch Spandex back
- Extra knuckle padding
- Carabiner attachment loop
- Color-coded sizing
- Sizes XS through XL
Full Finger or 3/4 Finger?
Full Finger Pro Gloves provide more fingertip coverage and are a good choice for guides who want added protection and warmth.
3/4 Finger Pro Gloves leave the fingertips exposed for more dexterity when working with knots, carabiners, ropes, and other equipment.
The basic construction is similar, so the choice comes down to the type of work your staff does and how much fingertip dexterity they want.
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Rocks Edge Client Gloves
Your participants probably do not need the same glove your guides wear every day. Rocks Edge Client Gloves give zip line and adventure park operators a more economical option for guest use.
They feature a full suede leather palm and fingers with a breathable mesh back. Color-coded wrist trim also makes it easier for staff to identify sizes during gear-up. Client Gloves are available from XS through XL, including sizes that work well for younger participants.
They are a practical choice for:
Some operators don't use participant gloves, while others include a new pair with admission or offer them for sale.
Guide Gloves vs. Participant Gloves
If you are buying for an operation, you may need both.
Choose Pro Series Gloves for:
Guides, instructors, technicians, staff, rappelling, and frequent use.
Choose Client Gloves for:
Guests, campers, students, occasional users, and operations purchasing gloves in larger quantities.
Using a heavier professional glove for staff and a lower-cost glove for participants can help you put your equipment budget where it matters most.
What About Hand Braking?
Gloves can help protect the hands, but the glove should match your braking system and operating procedures.
For zip lines that use hand braking, Rocks Edge also offers a leather Hand Brake Strap designed to work with the gloves. The strap provides an additional wear surface and can help extend glove life.
Rocks Edge 3/4 Finger Pro Gloves and Client Gloves are not intended to serve as stand-alone hand-braking gloves.
Designed With Adventure Professionals in Mind
Rocks Edge Gloves were developed specifically around the needs of the zip line and aerial adventure industry. That matters when your staff may wear gloves for hours at a time and repeatedly handle cables, ropes, carabiners, trolleys, and other equipment.
Challenge Design Innovations knows that environment because we design, build, inspect, train, and equip zip lines, challenge courses, and aerial adventure parks.
Rocks Edge products are available through our equipment division, High Country Hardware.
Rocks Edge Gloves FAQs
What are the best gloves for zip line guides?
Look for gloves that balance hand protection with enough dexterity to work with carabiners, ropes, trolleys, and other equipment. Rocks Edge Pro Series Gloves were designed specifically for professional zip line and adventure park use.
Are Rocks Edge Gloves good for rappelling?
Yes. The Pro Series is designed for professional zip line and rappelling use, with reinforced leather in high-wear areas and materials selected to help handle friction and repeated use.
What sizes are available?
Rocks Edge Pro and Client Gloves are available in sizes XS through XL. Color-coded wrist trim helps staff identify sizes quickly.
Can I buy Rocks Edge Gloves in bulk?
Yes. Bulk quantities are available for commercial zip line tours, adventure parks, camps, challenge courses, and other programs.
Need Gloves for Your Staff or Participants?
Whether you need a few pairs for guides or gloves for an entire adventure park, High Country Hardware can help you choose the right Rocks Edge model and quantities for your operation.
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