Amara synthetic leather on the palm extends to the cuff to protect skin against blisters and reinforce the wrist when putting the gloves on. Palm design features silicone accents for even better grip and control plus small vent holes for breathability. Open-finger design leaves your fingers free for high-dexterity tasks like tying knots, working a camera or handing an opened beverage to your oarsman/woman. Never loose the pair with the Pairing Snaps on the wrists. Nylon/spandex material extends a little farther past the wrist to pair with long-sleeves for ultimate sun protection.