The Freedom of Fingerless

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The Freedom of Fingerless
Whitewater Fishing’s new Merino Wool Fingerless Glove provides warmth without surrendering dexterity or that all important “feel”
MUSKEGON, Mich. (December 9, 2025) – What are the top three things you can do wearing Whitewater Fishing’s new Merino Wool Half-Fingered Glove?Play the alto saxophone outside on Christmas Eve. (Think Kenny G.)Write a manifesto on a traditional keyboard in an unheated garage.Fish in cold conditions with authority, dexterity, and that critical “feel”
Mostly, the new Merino Wool Half-Fingered Glove is getting traction for being outstanding handwear for anglers who demand warmth and comfort without sacrificing dexterity or sensitivity.Crafted with ultra-fine 19.5-micron 60g merino wool, these gloves deliver a soft, natural feel while offering superior warmth without the bulk. Designed with colder conditions and versatility in mind, the naturally moisture-wicking and antimicrobial properties of merino wool help regulate temperature—keeping your hands dry and fresh for cold weather excursions. Moreover, merino wool is known to warming properties even when wet.Its single-layer 3-inch cuff provides extended coverage to lock in heat and seal out the cold, while the fingerless design offers the ideal balance of warmth and dexterity. Whether you’re handling a rod and reel, the wheel, tying knot, or operating trolling motor remote, these gloves ensure tactile precision without sacrificing comfort.
What is Merino wool?It’s a superfine natural fiber that’s sheared from Merino sheep. Originally from Spain, Merino sheep are now raised in South America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United States.Key to Merino wool of the highest quality is the diameter of its fibers, measured in microns (one millionth of a meter). For example, routine merino wool measures in the low 20’s, whereas Whitewater’s Merino Half-Fingered Glove comes in at 19.5 microns. That means more of Merino wool’s beneficial properties per square inch of material. (To give you an idea of how fine that is, human hairs average between 50 and 100 microns.)Temperature RegulationMerino wool adapts to your body’s needs. It provides warmth when it’s cold and offers breathability when required. The material naturally regulates based on the weather conditions.Odor ResistanceMerino fabric alone offers native antimicrobial properties. This comes from a sheep’s ability to produce natural wax (sheep grease) that repels water and prevents the accumulation of bacteria, mold, and fungus.Moisture WickingSpecialty fabrics and treatments, including some of those from Whitewater, are purposed for wicking moisture off your skin. Merino wool? It naturally lifts perspiration off and away, as it does for sheep.ElasticityUnlike conventional wool, Merino wool offers a degree of elasticity. Meaning, the fabric holds its shape.SoftnessThis is the no-brainer. Instantly feel the softness with one touch of the fabric. This translates into maximum comfort against your skin.Available in sizes Small, Medium, Large and XL. MSRP is $39.99.