Home  
Site Partners: SpotterGuides Veloce Books  
Related Sites: FlagMarshal.com MarshalsGuide.com Your Link Here  

Go Back   TenTenths Motorsport Forum > Racing Talk > Marshals Forum

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 23 Oct 2013, 11:07 (Ref:3322105)   #1
F1Stuie
Rookie
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
United Kingdom
Wigan
Posts: 19
F1Stuie should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Gloves, gloves and gloves!

This subject may have been brought up in the past but I'm putting it out there anyway.

After having a pair or two of welders gauntlets for the past year as a newbie marshal I want to get a new pair of gloves for the new season next year, however I have found welders gauntlets to be clumsy and also not waterproof or warm in the inclement british weather. What do people have and feel as the best all round glove for marshalling in regards to being weatherproof, having thermal properties just in case of a car fire and also being able to use them in an incident condition such as being able to pick up small sharp debris up from the track to pulling a pin out of an extinguisher.


I'm looking at either Ringers or Southcombe gloves but just wanted to know if anyone had any better suggestions.
F1Stuie is offline  
__________________
Closer you are to death, the more alive you feel.
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 11:20 (Ref:3322109)   #2
Robin_D
Veteran
 
Robin_D's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
British Antarctic Territory
Warwickshire, UK
Posts: 1,469
Robin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridRobin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridRobin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the grid
I've got the Southcombe extricators, and they are brilliant. 3 years use of them so far and they've got years left in them. They can pretty much cope with anything apart from extreme wet. They also do a non structured fire glove which is also pretty good.
Robin_D is offline  
__________________
Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne? Here? In a women's prison? At three o'clock in the morning? With my reputation? Oh well, penal correctitude it is then.
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 11:40 (Ref:3322114)   #3
deadsquirrel
Veteran
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
United Kingdom
Deepest Warwickshire
Posts: 1,261
deadsquirrel should be qualifying in the top 10 on the griddeadsquirrel should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
You're probably not going to get a single pair of gloves that covers all your requirements.

Welders gauntlets are often recommended as they have a number of useful properties.
1. They are easy to get off your hands - you might pick up something really hot and just shaking your hand should part you from the glove.
2. They are cheap - why not carry two pairs on wet days for a welcome change when they get wet.

They also have some poor properties - you don't have fine finger control, they can get a bit sticky in warm weather.

BUT, if you choose to go for a closer fitting glove, say Ringers, then you must accept the risk that if you pick up something hot, or get hot liquid (oil) on them, you're susceptible to a burn. Also, sharp items will certainly get through the Mechanix gloves.

For wet weather, you can sometimes retract your hands into your coat arms and keep gloves dry. Or, keep them off and inside your coat - on the basis you will use the 5-10 seconds it takes to put them on to assess whatever incident you're about to deal with.
deadsquirrel is offline  
__________________
Everybody, sooner or later, sits down to a banquet of consequences. Robert Lous Stephenson
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 11:58 (Ref:3322120)   #4
Robin_D
Veteran
 
Robin_D's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
British Antarctic Territory
Warwickshire, UK
Posts: 1,469
Robin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridRobin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridRobin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the grid
Quote:
Originally Posted by deadsquirrel View Post
You're probably not going to get a single pair of gloves that covers all your requirements.
The Southcombe's are as good as.
Robin_D is offline  
__________________
Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne? Here? In a women's prison? At three o'clock in the morning? With my reputation? Oh well, penal correctitude it is then.
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 15:02 (Ref:3322150)   #5
JimW
Veteran
 
JimW's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
United Kingdom
Worcestershire, UK
Posts: 3,362
JimW should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridJimW should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridJimW should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridJimW should be qualifying in the top 3 on the grid
All-leather gardening gloves from Town & Country. Tried all sorts of others and came back to these.

Then I discovered http://www.cuttergloves.co.uk/. Their goatskin work gloves seem to be just right. Dexterity and reasonable protection. £8.23 (unless you have XL hands).

Jim
JimW is offline  
__________________
Life is not safe, just choose where you want to take the risks.
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 15:22 (Ref:3322159)   #6
MagnetON
Admin
Veteran
 
Join Date: Mar 2002
MagnetON
Dublin
Posts: 12,022
MagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameMagnetON will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Fame
Ringers Extrication Long-Cuff, although I love my pair of Ringers Roughneck Insulated (which are thermal insulated and waterproof except under the most extreme conditions).

Get them from Nimbus Motorsport but contact them and tell them you're a marshals and found them on Tenths and they should give you a good price.
MagnetON is offline  
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 17:09 (Ref:3322195)   #7
F1Stuie
Rookie
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
United Kingdom
Wigan
Posts: 19
F1Stuie should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
I'm just as confused again which way to sway. I really like the properties of what the southcombe gloves are made up of, especially if fire fighters use them, but I know some men who swear by their ringers.
F1Stuie is offline  
__________________
Closer you are to death, the more alive you feel.
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 17:49 (Ref:3322214)   #8
nate93
Racer
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
United Kingdom
Tattershall, Lincolnshire
Posts: 180
nate93 should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Second vote for ringers - I've got a pair of long cuff and a pair of barrier 1 extrication. Had both about 3 years and both look like new.

Not the cheapest in the world, but very good gloves and a very helpful supplier.

Only yesterday nimbus were advertising their marshals discount on facebook, so definitely worth contacting.

Have had both ringers and southcombe, and in my mind I'd have ringers...
nate93 is offline  
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 18:14 (Ref:3322222)   #9
Shelagh
Pit Lane Hooter
Veteran
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
England
Gnosall, Stafford
Posts: 2,443
Shelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the grid
Gloves inside gloves.

One to keep your hands dry and outer for protection.
Shelagh is offline  
__________________
Too old and too past it - now if only I could remember what "it" is!
But I do know I'm now Mrs Turnbull.
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 20:21 (Ref:3322292)   #10
Slipstick
Racer
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
United Kingdom
N. Staffs
Posts: 359
Slipstick should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Quote:
Originally Posted by Shelagh View Post
Gloves inside gloves.

One to keep your hands dry and outer for protection.
And I though it was just me that wore my pink Marigolds under my welders gloves when it's really wet. Not exactly macho but more comfortable than cold wet hands .

Mind you I'm nearly always flagging these days and I find Sealskinz work best then.

Steve
Slipstick is offline  
Quote
Old 23 Oct 2013, 21:03 (Ref:3322310)   #11
Robin_D
Veteran
 
Robin_D's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
British Antarctic Territory
Warwickshire, UK
Posts: 1,469
Robin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridRobin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridRobin_D should be qualifying in the top 5 on the grid
Quote:
Originally Posted by Shelagh View Post
Gloves inside gloves.

One to keep your hands dry and outer for protection.
Whilst this is a good idea, it's not great for dexterity.
Robin_D is offline  
__________________
Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne? Here? In a women's prison? At three o'clock in the morning? With my reputation? Oh well, penal correctitude it is then.
Quote
Old 24 Oct 2013, 08:42 (Ref:3322493)   #12
Steve Fox
Racer
 
Steve Fox's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
United Kingdom
S.W.London
Posts: 459
Steve Fox should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
I have several gloves, AWS do a welding gauntlet style glove that has a proban lining, they can be flicked off if needed and seem to last ages, a pair of sparco nomex work gloves if I need to be flagging or playing at PC, some HI Viz ones for the night races and some leather gardening type gloves if it rains, they are short cuffed so that they go inside the sleeves of my rain coat so that the rain doesn't run down my arms and into the glove, under that glove (and it's dry spares) I have medical gloves to keep my hands dry. Keep the "rain gloves" in the pocket of my rain coat so I know where they are.
Steve Fox is offline  
__________________
You see a washing line full of ladies underwear blowing in the wind?
Do you notice how it swings lazily back and forth, without direction or meaning?
That's your flagging that is.
Quote
Old 24 Oct 2013, 09:34 (Ref:3322503)   #13
yellowspanner
Racer
 
Join Date: Sep 2009
Wales
Dorset
Posts: 201
yellowspanner should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
I wear the Southcombe extricators both at work and on circuit. Excellent protection but only passable at keeping you warm and dry. Hands in pockets between sessions do that and I'd rather be safe.
yellowspanner is offline  
Quote
Old 24 Oct 2013, 11:09 (Ref:3322523)   #14
Greem
Veteran
 
Greem's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
United Kingdom
Posts: 5,067
Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!Greem is the undisputed Champion of the World!
I've got some basic Ringers for general stuff (dextrous enough to allow me to use them while flagging or acting as PC, including report writing), several pairs of el cheapo rigger's gloves for dirty/sharp/hot things (rather more clumsy but I don't care if they get wrecked and they're easy to flick off), and a pair of hi-viz SealSkinz for really really poor wet or cold weather. I originally bought them for cycling but they're great for trackside use too!
Greem is offline  
__________________
Walk a mile in someone else's shoes.
When they realise you have, you'll be a mile away and you'll have their shoes.
Quote
Old 24 Oct 2013, 14:14 (Ref:3322592)   #15
Nimbus Motorsport
Rookie
 
Join Date: Jun 2013
United Kingdom
Wetwang, East Yorkshire
Posts: 5
Nimbus Motorsport should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
We are still running our Marshal offers, as always on the whole range of Ringers from the basic Ringers Authentics to the top of the range CE rated Extrications used by the Fire Brigade.

Here is the range of gloves and their specs to help you decide which gloves you think would be best for your needs.






9 times out of 10, we have the gloves in stock and they are at your door the next day.

Hope this helps F1Stuie. We will keep an eye out for this thread to answer any questions .

Chris
Nimbus Motorsport

Last edited by MagnetON; 24 Oct 2013 at 15:12. Reason: Note: These guys are very "pro-marshal", so this shouldn't be reported as "advertising".
Nimbus Motorsport is offline  
Quote
Old 25 Oct 2013, 06:02 (Ref:3322823)   #16
Shelagh
Pit Lane Hooter
Veteran
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
England
Gnosall, Stafford
Posts: 2,443
Shelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the grid
Quote:
Originally Posted by Robin_D View Post
Whilst this is a good idea, it's not great for dexterity.
I was being a smart a**e but hopefully helpful. I have never been able to flag wearing gloves and have had more cold, wet hands than you can shake a stick at!!!!

OK - maybe once or twice when it has been snowing, I have worn them.
Shelagh is offline  
__________________
Too old and too past it - now if only I could remember what "it" is!
But I do know I'm now Mrs Turnbull.
Quote
Old 25 Oct 2013, 12:33 (Ref:3322908)   #17
Woolley
Race Official
Veteran
 
Woolley's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2002
England
Wolverhampton, England
Posts: 12,446
Woolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of FameWoolley will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Fame
Quote:
Originally Posted by Shelagh View Post
I have never been able to flag wearing gloves and have had more cold, wet hands than you can shake a stick at!!!!
Shouldn't that be 'shake a stick with'?
Woolley is offline  
__________________
Bill Bryson: It is no longer permitted to be stupid and slow. You must choose one or the other.
Quote
Old 25 Oct 2013, 14:18 (Ref:3322935)   #18
SouthportFC Fan
Racer
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Wales
Southport
Posts: 467
SouthportFC Fan should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridSouthportFC Fan should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridSouthportFC Fan should be qualifying in the top 5 on the grid
Gloves !!

Hmmm, now let me think !!

Incident marshals - welding gloves are possibly the best option, cheap enough to have a spare pair, but not very 'cool' looking when your mates/mum spot you on TV at a BTCC meeting (if selected !!).

Flag marshals - any that will allow you to not drop the yellow flag when I'm having to go trackside in your sector.

Post Chiefs - any that will stop the ink running onto your fingers given all the reports for 'four wheels off' you'll need to write next year and will allow you to use a telephone or radio.

I/Os - Need to look really cool, give you the dexterity to hit that radio button first time, be suitably coloured so that it's clear what you're pointing at, but don't clash with flag colours, be sufficiently battlescarred to look like you've been involved with loads of incidents, but most importantly, still allow you to whip out that pork pie from your pocket at the opportune time to wake up the next post !!

Trainees - all of the above, because, given the manning levels we have at some meetings, you may need to do any one, or even all, of these jobs !!!

SouthportFC Fan is offline  
__________________
Over 60 and still playing with cars !!
Quote
Old 25 Oct 2013, 14:21 (Ref:3322936)   #19
SouthportFC Fan
Racer
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Wales
Southport
Posts: 467
SouthportFC Fan should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridSouthportFC Fan should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridSouthportFC Fan should be qualifying in the top 5 on the grid
Quote:
Originally Posted by Woolley View Post
Shouldn't that be 'shake a stick with'?
I've 'lighted' and flagged with Shelagh at Le Mans Post 70 in the past, and it is 'shake a stick at' for some of the drivers !!!
SouthportFC Fan is offline  
__________________
Over 60 and still playing with cars !!
Quote
Old 25 Oct 2013, 14:24 (Ref:3322937)   #20
Shelagh
Pit Lane Hooter
Veteran
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
England
Gnosall, Stafford
Posts: 2,443
Shelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the grid
Steve, thanks for making me smile while passing on good advice.

Woolley - I wondered who might pick up on that phrase. You get the prize. XXXXX
Shelagh is offline  
__________________
Too old and too past it - now if only I could remember what "it" is!
But I do know I'm now Mrs Turnbull.
Quote
Old 25 Oct 2013, 17:09 (Ref:3322988)   #21
numbersix
Pie On 'ere
Veteran
 
numbersix's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
England
Smaug. Desolation of.
Posts: 1,650
numbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Famenumbersix will be entering the Motorsport Hall of Fame
Don't bother with gloves when flagging. I have a zippo handwarmer in each pocket. Lovely.
numbersix is offline  
__________________
Why is there no such thing as cat-flavored dog food?
Quote
Old 26 Oct 2013, 18:00 (Ref:3323362)   #22
Shelagh
Pit Lane Hooter
Veteran
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
England
Gnosall, Stafford
Posts: 2,443
Shelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the gridShelagh should be qualifying in the top 3 on the grid
Quote:
Originally Posted by SouthportFC Fan View Post
I've 'lighted' and flagged with Shelagh at Le Mans Post 70 in the past, and it is 'shake a stick at' for some of the drivers !!!
And I've also acted as a downspout on Poste 70 while holding out the SC board.

You have to love it to do it - marshalling that is.
Shelagh is offline  
__________________
Too old and too past it - now if only I could remember what "it" is!
But I do know I'm now Mrs Turnbull.
Quote
Old 26 Oct 2013, 18:26 (Ref:3323374)   #23
F1Stuie
Rookie
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
United Kingdom
Wigan
Posts: 19
F1Stuie should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Thanks everybody for the great advice. I've still not decided yet but I've got some time yet before next season, plus hopefully get them for Xmas. :-)
F1Stuie is offline  
__________________
Closer you are to death, the more alive you feel.
Quote
Old 2 Jan 2014, 09:24 (Ref:3349614)   #24
Nimbus Motorsport
Rookie
 
Join Date: Jun 2013
United Kingdom
Wetwang, East Yorkshire
Posts: 5
Nimbus Motorsport should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Happy New Year all, hope you all had a good Christmas!

We are just posting on here to make you aware that we are not holding a stand at Autosport Show this year. Since most Marshals do tend to get their gloves from us at Autosport, we are continuing with the same show offer on the Authentic Gloves.



Thank you all, we hope you all have a safe and happy 2014 .

Chris
Nimbus Motorsport
Nimbus Motorsport is offline  
Quote
Old 2 Jan 2014, 10:01 (Ref:3349621)   #25
The Fat Clerk
Veteran
 
The Fat Clerk's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2004
Northern Ireland
Bishopscourt
Posts: 3,697
The Fat Clerk should be qualifying in the top 10 on the gridThe Fat Clerk should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Just ordered mine, very helpful chap.
The Fat Clerk is offline  
__________________
Comments made are personal and don't reflect any club or Motorsport UK policy.
"Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Gloves Boomerang1980 Marshals Forum 13 29 Mar 2011 19:54
gloves jaysalv Marshals Forum 19 23 May 2009 20:23
Best Gloves? deadsquirrel Marshals Forum 30 27 Jun 2007 16:56
Gloves Garry Holmes Marshals Forum 15 24 Oct 2005 18:41
Gloves! JonJ Marshals Forum 8 25 Nov 2004 19:00


All times are GMT. The time now is 05:00.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Original Website Copyright © 1998-2003 Craig Antil. All Rights Reserved.
Ten-Tenths Motorsport Forums Copyright © 2004-2021 Royalridge Computing. All Rights Reserved.
Ten-Tenths Motorsport Forums Copyright © 2021-2022 Grant MacDonald. All Rights Reserved.