Sun Gloves
- Low stock - 5 left
- Backordered, shipping soon
- Free NZ Shipping on Orders $200+
- Easy 30-Day Returns
- Best Price Guaranteed
Prevent sunburn while maintaining paddle-feel.
Sunscreen just washes off — and once it’s gone, your hands are left exposed to hours of UV. By the end of the day, the backs of your hands are red, raw, and stinging. It’s a painful cycle that adds up over time, even on cloudy days.
At Canterbury Kayaking, all our coaches wear Rasdex Sun Gloves religiously. Why? Because they block the sun exactly where it matters — without sacrificing grip, feel, or dexterity.
Made from lightweight neoprene, they shield the backs of your hands while leaving your palms and fingers bare for a natural paddle feel. Whether you’re racing, touring, or just out for a play, these gloves keep your skin healthy and happy.
- Waterproof, 1.5mm neoprene protects skin from sun, wind, and spray while remaining flexible and light
- Open-palm design enables skin contact with your paddle for maximum feel and control
- Open ends allow you to operate items with dexterity without removing gloves, such as zippers, toggles, food, and fishing lines
- Velcro® fastener and finger loops ensure your gloves stay in place for a customized and secure fit around your wrist
- Individual finger pockets provide a better and more secure fit
- Made in New Zealand
- Material: 1.5mm neoprene
- Fastening: Velcro
Size Guide
- To get the best fit, measure the width of your hand at the knuckles.

Size Chart
| Size | Hand Width (mm) | Hand Width (in) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 75 | 2.9 |
| M | 85 | 3.3 |
| L | 95 | 3.7 |
Shipping Rates
- Orders $200 and over (excluding kayaks) are eligible for free shipping within New Zealand.
- Orders under $200 will incur an $8 shipping fee.
- We do not charge extra for rural delivery.
Order Processing (1-2 days)
- We aim to process orders within 1 business day.
- Orders are normally onboard the courier within 2 business days.
- During peak times, such as holidays and sale events, please allow an extra day for order processing.
Delivery (1-5 days)
- Orders ship via NZ Post or Aramex Couriers.
- Most orders ship from our headquarters in Christchurch. If stock is not available at our Christchurch location, your order will ship directly to you from our brand partners in Rotorua and Rangiora.
- Please allow up to 7 business days to receive your order.
Order Tracking
- Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive an email with tracking information.
- If you have not received a confirmation email within 48 hours, please check your junk folder.
Pick-Ups
- We do NOT offer pickups (with the exception of kayaks and paddles).
- Customers enrolled in a Canterbury Kayaking kayak course or guided trip may choose to pick up their order at their upcoming kayak course or guided trip.
Kayak Shipping
- If you're unable to pick up your kayak in Christchurch, please contact us for a shipping quote specific to your location.
International Delivery
- We offer international shipping to Australia only.
- Orders $500 and over (excluding kayaks) are eligible for free shipping to Australia.
- Orders under $500 will incur a $35 shipping fee.
Returns Eligibility
If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, you may be eligible for a return based on the following terms:
- Returns must be initiated within 30 days from the date of delivery.
- Items must be unused and in the original packaging.
- Climbing equipment, such as carabiners, prusiks, and slings, are non-returnable.
Refunds
- Returned orders will be processed as a refund.
- If you wish to exchange an item, you must let us know before returning your item(s) to us.
Return Process
To initiate a return, please follow these steps:
- Contact us to request a return. Let us know your order number and which items you'd like to return.
- Courier your items back to our Christchurch address.
- We will inspect your items and process your refund or exchange within 5 business days.
Damaged or Defective Items
If you receive a damaged or defective item, please contact us with details and pictures. We will work with you to resolve the issue.
Price Matching
If you find the same item at a lower price on another online retailer's site within 7 days of your purchase, we will match the competitor's advertised price, including any applicable shipping fees.
Our price match policy includes the following conditions:
- The item must match in style, size, and color.
- The item must be new. We do not match prices on seconds, used merchandise, or products sold by wholesalers or liquidators.
- The competitor must have the item in stock on their website.
- The competitor's price must be clearly displayed on their site for verification and should not require a sign-up. First-time purchase discounts and personalized coupons are excluded.
- The website must be an authorized distributor of the brand.
- The price must be listed in New Zealand dollars.
- During Canterbury Kayaking promotions, discounts can be applied either through a price match or a Canterbury Kayaking promotion, but not both.
Price Adjustments
If an item you purchased from Canterbury Kayaking is marked down within seven (7) days of the original order date, Canterbury Kayaking will adjust the price of the item once. Please note that any promotional pricing is for a limited time only and cannot be honored after the sale has ended.
Great kit for older skin on the back of my hands. Should have had some years ago.... Take out the second and third finger loops, but. They only crease and annoy my fingers.
Excellent product.
No more sunburned hands!!
Keep the sun and wind off and the warmth in. Fantastic product.
These light weight gloves are perfect for protecting the hand from painful sunburn whilst spending hours out on the water. I typically suffer from cold hands however they provide a layer of protection from wind without feeling bulky.
These make a big difference in those cold paddles. Keeping the exposed parts of your hands protected without loosing the feel of the paddle. Highly recommended