Simms SolarFlex® Guide Glove — UPF 50+ Fishing Sun Gloves Built for Guides & Hard Use
Built for anglers who live on the oars, on the poling platform, and on the water all day, the Simms SolarFlex Guide Glove is the brand’s most durable, guide-grade option for serious sun protection and high-friction performance. This updated version brings major upgrades where it matters most: a refined palm layout that eliminates exposed stitching to reduce seam blowouts, plus a tough-yet-dexterous AX Suede® 10W-90 palm designed for grip, control, and long-term abrasion resistance.
From rowing whitewater runs to grabbing leaders at boatside or poling the flats, these gloves are purpose-built for repeated contact with wet gear, gritty oar handles, push poles, line, and leader material. The back of hand uses a lightweight, breathable UPF 50 stretch textile to keep heat in check while protecting skin from harsh UV exposure. A half-finger fourchette pattern improves dexterity for knots and rigging while guarding against line burn when stripping or managing fish boatside.
Why Guides Choose the SolarFlex Guide Glove
Maximum durability in high-wear zones for oars, poles, leader grabs, and deck work
UPF 50 sun protection to help prevent sunburn on hands and wrists
Enhanced grip + controlled slip when wet for confident rowing and fish handling
Reduced seams + low-profile build to minimize wear against oars and poles
Dialed dexterity for rigging, knots, fly changes, and line management
Key Features
AX Suede® 10W-90 palm: abrasion-resistant, durable, and dexterous with a proven balance of wet grip and controlled slip (ideal for poling the flats
UPF 50 lightweight stretch fabric on back of hand for breathable sun coverage
Improved palm design reduces exposed stitching to help prevent seam failures
Half-finger fourchette pattern for enhanced feel and protection from line burn
Reduced seaming + low-profile construction to limit friction wear against poles/oars
If you’re looking for UPF fishing gloves that can handle constant boat work and aggressive use, the SolarFlex Guide Glove is the tool. It’s ideal for fly fishing guides, drift boat rowers, saltwater flats anglers, and anyone who wants sun-safe coverage without giving up control, comfort, or performance.
