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The Gimmickery of Goalkeeping Gloves
(to answer the “gimmickery” of KEEPER BALM) Of course, most goalkeepers didn’t wear gloves when the first pair were worn, probably 200+ years ago. They were only used because it was really cold, and the gloves (most likely leather or wool) were worn solely to brace the impact of the ball hitting the keeper’s cold…
Read MoreThe KEEPER BALM Wrinkle-Effect
Humectants. That’s why they wrinkle. Good quality foam latex is used for goalkeeper gloves because it mimics human skin in many ways. In fact, goalkeeper gloves are like a “2nd skin“ that is intended to protect your hands from high-velocity shots and grip the ball. Like your skin, high-quality foam latex is also susceptible to environmental elements.…
Read MoreHow to remove odor & stink from goalkeeper gloves
How To Remove Odor / Stink from Goalkeeper Gloves There are a half-dozen “remedies” related to removing bad odors from goalkeeper gloves, but there is only 1 true way to do it, but you should understand first, WHY THEY STINK. BACTERIA Bacteria are single-cell organisms that are neither plants nor animals. They usually measure a few micrometers in…
Read MoreKEEPER BALM makes my gloves oily.
Wash your gloves. If you’ve been using KEEPER BALM® regularly, and your gloves begin to feel oily, you need to wash them. KEEPER BALM is a formula that prevents
Read MoreVaseline Bad for Goalkeeper Gloves
Petroleum jelly is detrimental to your goalkeeper gloves. KEEPER BALM is better. Read more to learn why.
Read MoreQ: What is KEEPER BALM and why do I need it?
Stop spitting on your gloves. KEEPER BALM is better. Saliva contains sodium (a mineral) that gradually fills the pores and absorbs the natural moisture of the latex, thereby drying out the latex.
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