The softer the palm, the better the grip, but they will deteriorate quicker. Some companies have developed palms that incorporated additives making the glove soft, yet more durable. They are generally marketed as "titanium, dura, etc…"…These types of palms offer a nice compromise between durability and grip.

The rougher the palm, the more durable. Generally rough profile palms have a higher rubber to latex ration (if they have latex at all). They will perform well indoors, but will not offer the grip of a higher priced palm. These type of palms are very good for beginning keepers. teaching them to focus on technique rather than relying on the stick ability factor of a goalkeeper glove. ideally these gloves are god for astro turf and hard surface playing, check out the Selsport Abrasion impact goalkeeper glove.
Goalkeeper Gloves are designed in different levels of thickness. A number of Goalkeepers prefer a thinner palm, offering more feel on the ball, thank that of a thicker palm. The thickness of the palm is measured in MM.

Super soft latex’s usually perform better when damp, and will last longer. Moisten the palm an hour before play, this only really applies to match style gloves with a thicker palm, like the Wrappa Classic, Selsports number one selling match glove…

Most Goalkeepers, make the habit of not washing gloves after training or a game, then wonder why they fall apart and rot, ideally you should wash in warm water with very mild detergent, and leave to drip dry,alternatives to detergent are glove wash, Selsport,s glove wash is one of the most innovative on the market, and should least a good few washes…

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