[pct-l] Gloves and sun protection

[Donna Saufley]

I've seen a few people use light "flaps" to protect their hands.  They look
like big round mitts, only there is only fabric on the topside to shield
hands from the sun. There is a loop (or a few) to hold the mitt onto the
hand.  The underside of the hand, and all the fingers, are exposed, so you
can grip trekking poles or whatever with your hand without the encumbrance
of gloves or mitts.  These "hand flaps" (my term for them) seem lighter and
cooler than even cotton gloves.  

Protecting your hands from the sun is a really good idea.  They're one area
of your body that gets exposed throughout your life, and a spot where skin
cancers can result, especially after a lifetime of outdoor activities.  

L-Rod

-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of Susan Alcorn
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2008 8:31 AM
To: pct-l at backcountry.net
Subject: Re: [pct-l] Gloves and sun protection

I've sometimes worn loose-fitting cotton gloves (cheap-o ones for
gardening).  They offer sun protection and my hands don't sweat in them.
Because the air in some sections is often low in moisture and my hands are
naturally dry anyway, I sometimes put on lotion first. If they don't work
for you, the minimal investment means you haven't lost much. 
Be sure whatever sunscreen you use is protective against both UV-B and UV-A.
During my last visit, my dermatologist recommended Neutrogena with helioplex
(this is not a paid commercial!). 

Happy PCT trails,
Susan Alcorn

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