Best gardening gloves & protective gear according to redditors
We found 61 Reddit comments discussing the best gardening gloves & protective gear. We ranked the 44 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 61 Reddit comments discussing the best gardening gloves & protective gear. We ranked the 44 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Real.
Imagine having your hips grabbed by someone with these, tips slightly digging into you as the pull you down. Imagine how much you'll loose it~
https://www.amazon.com/HAODE-FASHION-Fingertips-Handers-Planting/dp/B071RYH84R/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1543273623&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=gardening%2Bgloves%2Bwith%2Bclaws&dpPl=1&dpID=41%2B0Y9iTeWL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
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Garden Genie Claws
It is. It folds up and its used to sit on while picking weeds. Some let you adjust the height as well. It just sucks ass bending over in the same place for 10 minutes to get all the weeds.
https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Garden-Foldable-Kneel-Bench/dp/B01MTQYRZN
Ooh! Ooh! This sounds fun. I put some time into this when I should have been working, so I hope it helps.
1) Pruners - $20.49
This will be your most used tool. Eventually, you can upgrade into Felcos or Bahcos, but right now just get these Coronas. They're honestly a better size for hobby gardeners (fit right in your pocket), and the're very high quality for the price.
2) Your First Gardening Book - $17.06
Gardening Without Work by Ruth Stout. It's simple and gives you a general plan that really does work very well. It's a must for beginning gardeners, imho. You can find just about any other information you need on the internet (for now). Very little maintenance required, including fertilizing, weeding, applying pesticides, etc. (In a nutshell, the main step involves putting down an 8" layer of mulch...).
If you want to go with a more traditional raised bed setup, you should buy Mel Bartholomew's Square Foot Gardening. It's a fantastic back yard gardening book, as well, but the methods are kind of pricey and less sustainable. Still, it's a great system for growing a lot of food in limited space and it was the first book I used.
3) Indestructible Garden Trowel - $15.99
This will be your second most used tool. This particular model is about as indestructible as it gets short of this bad boy. You'll use it for digging holes for transplanting, mostly. Don't buy a cheap one or it will bend or break or both.
4) Fertilizer - $7.83 + $11.06 = $24.26
I chose cottonseed meal because that's what Ruth Stout recommends using (the rest of the nutrients in her system come from the giant mounds of mulch). Apply as she indicates.
I also added some Fish Emulsion Liquid Fertilizer because I love the stuff. It's a great way to add some extra nitrogen (and just a little P & K) mid season to your veggies or even to your compost pile when it gets carbon heavy. The stuff I have right now stinks, but the plants love it and it's easy to apply if you have a watering can.
Make sure you tailor your fertilizer to whatever system you're using, though. Don't fertilize like Ruth if you're not using her mulch based system. If you're using Square Foot Gardening, you won't be fertilizing at all, but you will be using lots of peat, vermiculite, and (different kinds of) compost. Etc, etc, etc.
5) Work Gloves - $10.97
These are specifically for women, but there's a button to switch to men's if that's you. You won't wear them all the time, but you'll be happy you have them when you need them. Notice that this comes with 6 pairs of gloves. I misplace gloves all the time, so having several is handy (hehe).
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Total: $88.77
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Notes:
The other reason there are no seeds on my list is because I don't recommend buying them on Amazon. I've had bad experiences every time I've tried it. If you need seeds, go with a good seed dealer, like Johnny's Selected Seeds, Burpee, etc, or find a good nursery in your area.
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TL;DR: Pruners, a book to get you started, a durable trowel, fertilizer that is specific to your growing plan, and some gloves. Enjoy!
Ah I see. Well here are some things on my list, I think it's different from gardener to gardener.
seed starter with heat
Kevlar sleeves for prickly plants and tomatoes that make me itch
seed stamp for planting
square foot gardening book
knee pads
garden clogs
gloves I go through gloves like crazy!
plant markers
gardening set just some basic tools
bucket organizer
of course there are lots of other things that you might want like seeds, tomato cages, kits for building your own raised beds they are all available from amazon, so it really depends on what you like and want to grow. I don't know if this helps you any? Maybe plan out your garden and what you want to grow then you'll know what you need?
https://www.amazon.com/Garden-Genie-GGUNIRGT-Gloves/dp/B01LOJRXE6
I have bursitis in both knees and desperately require them. I wear them for everything and have had good luck with Venum Kontact EVO pads but they don't last very long. I am currently testing out a pair of old lady gardening kneepads. They are super comfy but don't stay in place as well.
Venum: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R0ZD0MI
Old Lady: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T1PDF9J
[These type of gloves] (https://www.amazon.com/15196M-Seamless-Nitrile-Coated-Gloves/dp/B00558V31M/ref=sxin_3_ac_m_rm?ac_md=9-4-bml0cmlsZSBjb2F0ZWQgZ2xvdmVz-ac_d_rm&keywords=Nitrile+gloves&pd_rd_i=B00558V31M&pd_rd_r=3bbf679c-92de-444c-ac20-3ce21183f350&pd_rd_w=nvXL7&pd_rd_wg=IqTWd&pf_rd_p=d1a6ea92-24ed-409e-8e33-97dc5a8de815&pf_rd_r=1GBKKFCNVYCE95FMJY45&qid=1567127595&s=gateway) work great for me, but I have to change them every 2-3 months of use. I like to cut the fingertips off mine, my crewmates keep them on.
Amazon has them.
Extra cutting boards are pretty good to have in the house.
Protection gloves are a must for gardening. Or, Digging claws
I smollified this link for yall. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071RYH84R
Better, right?
I see your single claw, and raise you.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XPZQYB9/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_469_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=9J1C5APR6VVA21ACKTHD&dpPl=1&dpID=71s-2NodutL
I've been considering getting knee pads. I think it'll make stealth considerably more comfortable.
I’ve been using these $12 gloves from Amazon and love them. Suede palms, touch screen compatible. OZERO Gloves
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPZQYB9?th=1&psc=1
Something like this. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00558V31M I've grabbed some pretty jagged stuff and not had any cuts. You can get them at Walmart and whatnot as well.
Now when you said no patter or logo you meant for just the knitted right?
these may do the trick.
I have a friend who is a gas utility mechanic who works on meter installs/repair and uses a mat like this. He says he says they're worth every penny and more especially as most meters are in areas with rocks and concrete more often than grassy lawns.
Gorilla Grip Original Premium... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L6PT53B?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
something like these https://www.amazon.com/Sleek-Garden-Sensitivity-Gardening-Restoration/dp/B07GXZ7QT2/ref=alp_dpwidget_a_w_?th=1&psc=1&smid=A1T2S38PAJOJ51
Found this online https://www.electricianmentor.com/best-knee-pads-for-construction/ I never liked the knee pads, couldn't really find any that fit me, I'm not a regular sized person. I always use something like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CL7XPGY/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07CL7XPGY&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=f52e26da-1287-4616-824b-efc564ff75a4&pf_rd_r=YEBVR1DF5VJ61DM5VST7&pd_rd_wg=5j8fb&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&pd_rd_w=Z9WFO&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pd_rd_r=ba1979d9-c505-11e8-a797-fb4807d2b29c
Nitrile garden gloves. I've had my 3 pack for years. I just turn them inside out, wash with dish soap, then leave them in the sun to dry. Good as new. It is just part of my after gardening hand wash routine now. Takes a minute and you have a fresh pair every time. These are women's but I've loaned them out to a few big guys who had no fit problems.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004W8RKR2?pc_redir=1396737682&robot_redir=1
:D reminds me of when I got started almost exactly.
I have that exact sluice and still use it for test panning when I do test pan. I also bought a 48" Keene hand sluice, which I use all summer long for classifying the material from my dredge.
Each person has their preference in gloves. I do not like to spend a lot of money on gloves. But need something that still has grip when my hands are wet. I like these types of gloves personally. They will last around 2 weeks 8-10 hours a day in the water with the dredge.
I would say bring some Jet Dry or Dish Soap if you get super fine gold it will float right out of your pan. Extra tweezers and maybe snuff bottles.. You will eventually decide which kind of pan you prefer, I personally have come to the conclusion 1 LARGE Green pan, and one smaller black pan. Throw some lead shot into that paydirt and practice bending over in awkward positions because when you are panning at a creek or a river its never ideal unless you just get in. For shoes I buy whatever pair of shoes are $10 at walmart because they're going to get destroyed.
Good luck!
It sucks when your work doesn't provide good tools. That said, they're pretty cheap if you want to grab yourself a couple pairs.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B06XPZQYB9 ?
hey man welcome to bushcrafting so far you have a pretty decent list but i'd like to give you suggestions from what I learned throughout the years.
knife- good choice for chopping and batoning but too much blade to use whittling and making small cuts. generally you want to use either large blade/small blade or axe/ small blade combos.
backpack- 65L is very overkill unless your doing 5 day+ with clothing for every day. I would suggest something in the range of 45L max.
compass- do you know the area your going to or do you really know how to use it? I know every person says to just have one just in case but if they already know their terrain or dont even know how to use the dang thing its just wasting space.
ferro rod- generally stay away from things like multi use gear. also just from my experience you want a long rod (5"+) for more surface area to generate more sparks for an easier chance to catch fire.
pillow- I would not use hammock pillows for on ground sleeping. they're extremely small and have almost no support on the count of your body is in a curling position in a hammock. I would suggest something like an inflatable pillow for you to adjust for your support and then covering it with something like a shemagh or t-shirt.
first aid- your going to get more cuts, scrapes and burns so I would buy extra of that stuff, but I would also add some quick clot just for the off chance of having a serious injury out in the field. and also some moleskin for your feet and pain relievers. and dont forget sunscreen.
now for some additions for your gear loadout.
saw and stay away from those stupid hand chainsaws
cooking vessal
cowhide gloves
Again; welcome and I hope you enjoy yourself and grow with your errors out in the field.
Linkage!
...Also less than $5
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06Y6K82L6?psc=1
1 pair of left and right clawed (for fiteen bucks, so you're still getting a nice hard fucking)
Back rollsor dowels with a board on top, add yoga mat for padding/grip and boards on the side so it stays straight
Bottom of a office chair with a seat added directly on the wheels (bad idea prob, but it's still and idea, lol)
One of those seats with wheels for kids or this board
a garden seat or wagon
Dual wield
For those of you (like me) who always wanted to be Wolverine.
$13.98?
Can I get a "hell yeah"
Edit: also available in Chinese knockoff version for $4.99
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0722JV8FC?psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/JustForKids-Genuine-Leather-Gloves-Garden/dp/B0009JTS78/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=work+gloves+kids&qid=1569560980&s=gateway&sr=8-4
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