BURTONO Sports Team · Updated July 19, 2026

Sports Glove Material Checklist for OEM Sampling

Quick overview

Compare PU, microfiber, leather, mesh, Lycra and insulation for custom sports gloves, including common uses and buyer checks.

Material Knowledge

Use this quick checklist when preparing an OEM sports glove sample. It compares common materials by use and buyer concern, so you can lock the palm, back fabric, lining, padding and trim before issuing a sample brief. For a fuller decision framework by glove zone and product line, see our Sports Glove Material Selection Guide for OEM Buyers .

Practical sample checklist

Confirm palm material, back material, lining, padding, wrist closure and trim before the first sample.

Ask whether the material is suitable for the target market, use case and expected retail price.

For small-batch custom orders, avoid changing too many material zones at once.

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