The backhand determines the glove's weight, breathability and protection; the wrist and closure, how it holds on to your wrist. Here are all the fabrics, wrists, closures and backhands of N1 goalkeeper gloves.
Glove bodyFabrics
LightnessBreathabilityStructure
Airflex Pro
Lightness9.5
Breath.9.0
Struct.6.5
Breathprene
Lightness9.0
Breath.9.5
Struct.6.5
Neoprene
Lightness8.0
Breath.7.0
Struct.7.5
Windstopper
Lightness7.0
Breath.7.5
Struct.8.5
Confort+
Lightness7.0
Breath.8.0
Struct.9.0
Airprene
Lightness10
Breath.10
Struct.6.0
Air Mesh
Lightness9.0
Breath.10
Struct.5.0
FabricAirflex Pro
Premium · ultralight
Lightness9.5/10
Breathability9.0/10
Structure6.5/10
Seamless one-piece body in Airflex Pro: a latest-generation premium technical fabric that's ultralight, stretchy, breathable and durable. It feels like a second skin, with total freedom of movement and a precise fit to the hand.
It makes the glove easy to put on and take off and keeps your hands cooler, drier and quicker even in the most intense moments of the match. Built for high performance, with support, control and confidence in every save.
Ultralight and stretchy
Breathable: cool, dry hands
Easy on and off
Seamless, second-skin feel
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want maximum lightness and mobility
Seamless one-piece body in Breathprene: a new-generation technical fabric developed for maximum breathability, lightness and thermal comfort.
It acts as a breathable membrane that promotes airflow and wicks away moisture, keeping hands dry and stable at high intensity. It follows the hand's natural movements with functional stretch and high durability, with no stiff spots.
Maximum breathability
Light and stretchy
Holds its shape under heavy use
Precise fit without stiffness
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who sweat a lot or play in the heat
Seamless one-piece body in neoprene: a light, durable and flexible material that offers a precise fit and consistent stability. It wraps the hand evenly and comfortably, with a second-skin feel.
Its controlled stretch gives freedom of movement and direct contact, while keeping a firm, responsive structure in every action. It provides lasting comfort and durability under heavy use without adding bulk.
Precise, stable fit
Controlled stretch
Durable under heavy use
No extra bulk
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want a firm fit and feel
Windstopper is a high-performance technical fabric that offers thermal protection, moisture control and lasting comfort in adverse conditions. It works as an effective windbreak and helps keep hand temperature stable.
At the same time it's very breathable, lets sweat escape and prevents overheating, with fast drying. It also resists water and snow, which makes it ideal for training and playing in the cold or unsettled weather.
Confort+ is a high-performance technical fabric that adds structural reinforcement, comfort and breathability to the glove body. It combines flexibility and durability so the hand moves naturally without losing support.
It's very breathable, reduces moisture buildup and keeps hands drier. Its level of reinforcement gives more stability in the catch and more security in firm catches and saves, without reducing mobility or feel.
Structural reinforcement
Flexible and breathable
More stability in the catch
Durable and comfortable
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who prefer a reinforced, stable glove
Airprene is a latest-generation technical fabric developed for maximum lightness, breathability and flexibility. Its ultralight structure feels like a feather on the hand and allows natural, quick, continuous movement.
Very stretchy and soft, it adapts to the shape of the hand without stiffness, with enough durability for intense training and pro matches. What sets it apart is extreme ventilation: it prevents heat and moisture buildup and keeps hands dry and light.
Maximum lightness
Extreme ventilation
Very stretchy and soft
Stands up to intense training
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want a reinforced glove without the weight
Air Mesh is an open-structure technical fabric developed for maximum breathability, lightness and internal ventilation. It allows constant airflow that helps remove moisture and control hand temperature.
Extremely light and flexible, it gives a comfortable, low-bulk fit without affecting feel or control. It's ideal in areas that need extra ventilation to keep hands dry and cool.
One-piece tubular wrist, built as an extension of the backhand, that gives a natural, firm fit at the wrist.
It makes the glove easy to put on and take off, even on super-snug models, and has an extra support elastic for stability, comfort and security throughout the match.
Natural, firm fit
Easy on and off
Extra support elastic
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want a clean, snug wrist
WristTubular with V-Notch
Flexible opening
One-piece tubular wrist, as an extension of the backhand, that gives a firm, comfortable and natural fit around the wrist.
It has a V-Notch side opening that makes the entry more flexible, reduces material tension and makes the glove easier to put on and take off without losing a precise fit. A support elastic keeps the wrist stable in every action.
V-Notch side opening
Less strain putting the glove on
Precise, stable fit
Extra support elastic
Ideal for: Snug fit with easy entry
Wrist9 cm elastic
Support
The 9 cm elastic wrist gives a firm, comfortable and secure fit at the wrist, with stability in every goalkeeping action.
Its width spreads pressure evenly, with no pressure points and no loss of mobility. Controlled stretch keeps the glove stable in intense movements, falls and repeated actions, and gives confidence when catching and coming for high balls.
9 cm of support
Even pressure, no discomfort
Stable on falls and dives
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want a well-supported wrist
FitClosures
Closure360º System
Double strap
360º fit system with a double elastic strap and two velcro points. Closing and adjusting happen on the backhand, without interfering with the extended palm.
It ensures a firm, precise and secure closure with the palm completely free: the hand keeps its natural mobility and the direct contact surface with the ball is increased.
The Sirius 2.0 offers an exclusive system with three closure options to suit each goalkeeper's style: a traditional latex strap with double hook-and-loop fastening, a double-wrap elastic strap with velcro, or strapless, thanks to an ergonomic construction that fits the wrist like a second skin.
Whichever option you choose, the system ensures a firm, stable and comfortable fit with total freedom of movement.
Latex strap with double hook-and-loop
Double-wrap elastic strap
Strapless
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want to choose how their closure feels
The Hera 2.0 offers two closure options to tailor the fit to each goalkeeper: strapless, using the ergonomic wrist for a firm fit and a lighter, freer feel; or with a double-wrap elastic strap and velcro, for more support, compression and security.
Either way, the system provides stability, comfort and freedom of movement, and you decide how the fit feels on the pitch.
Strapless: light, free wrist
Double-wrap elastic strap: more support
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who switch between freedom and support
The closure uses a double-wrap elastic strap with a velcro point, developed for a firm, stable and comfortable fit at the wrist.
The double wrap reinforces stability in intense movements and keeps the fit precise in fast, repeated actions, with the right support for more control and confidence in saves and when coming for high balls.
Elastic double wrap
Firm, adjustable fit
Support in repeated actions
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want a firm, adjustable wrist
ClosureNatural latex strap
Extra surface
The natural latex strap closure has two velcro points for a firm, secure and comfortable fit at the wrist.
As well as fastening, the strap acts as a functional extension of the palm and creates an extra ball-contact area the goalkeeper can use in specific actions. The two velcro points let you adjust the fit and spread pressure to prevent shifting during intense movements.
Two velcro points
Extra ball-contact area
Even, adjustable pressure
Ideal for: Goalkeepers who want support and more grip surface
Quick guideWhich wrist and closure should you choose?
Free, light wristTubular · 2x1 strapless
Snug fit with easy entryTubular with V-Notch
Maximum support9 cm elastic · Double-wrap strap · 360º
Choosing how to close it every day3x1 System
Extra grip surfaceNatural latex strap
ConstructionBackhands by model
BackhandZeus 2.0 · Injected silicone
Airflex Pro
The Zeus 2.0 UGT+ II backhand is built without rigid coatings, to keep the glove's natural flexibility and total freedom of movement.
SILK CONTROL™ technology applies raised injected silicone inserts across the backhand: they reinforce impact zones and create a more stable, precise surface for punching, with better directional control and force transfer. A modern, technical and striking design.
BackhandSirius 2.0 · 3D natural latex + Punch Zone
Airflex Pro
Seamless one-piece Airflex Pro backhand, integrated with 3D natural latex panels whose reliefs follow the hand's movements for better ergonomics and comfort.
The punching zone has 3D injected gel points (3D Rubber Punch Zone) for more accuracy, control and protection when coming for high balls, without losing flexibility.
BackhandSirius 2.0 · 3D synthetic latex + Punch Zone
Airflex Pro
Seamless one-piece Airflex Pro backhand, integrated with 3D synthetic latex panels with reliefs that follow the hand's movements.
The punching zone features 3D injected gel (3D Rubber Punch Zone) for more accuracy, control and protection when coming for high balls, without compromising flexibility or mobility.
Available on
Sirius 2.0 SSG
BackhandHera 2.0 · Punch Zone 3D + silicone
Airflex Pro
The Hera 2.0 backhand is a seamless one-piece Airflex Pro build: an ultralight, stretchy and breathable structure that follows the hand's natural movements.
The punching zone has 3D injected gel (3D Rubber Punch Zone) for more precise, protected punches. On the fingers it adds raised injected clear silicone that reinforces the structure and creates a subtle finish inspired by circuits and connections: the technical, minimalist identity of the Hera 2.0.
The Scorpius 2.0 UGT+ II backhand is a seamless one-piece neoprene build: light and flexible, with a precise fit and natural freedom of movement.
It features a 3D Punch Zone with raised injected gel on the impact zone and the side of the backhand, for more protection and security when punching. The palm wraps around the side of the backhand and increases the latex surface in contact with the ball.
The Ares 2.0 UGT+ II backhand is a seamless one-piece Breathprene build: a very breathable, light technical fabric with a precise fit and thermal comfort.
It features a 3D Punch Zone with injected gel on the impact zone and the side of the backhand, and the palm wraps around the side to increase the latex surface in contact with the ball. Superior breathability, a second-skin feel and reliable protection.
The Horus 2.0 backhand combines thermoregulating Windstopper fabric with 3D natural latex panels with ergonomic reliefs for comfort and stability.
The punching zone features a 3D Rubber Punch Zone with raised injected gel for more accuracy, control and protection when coming for high balls. A very robust glove, ready for the toughest conditions.
The GEA UGT+ II backhand combines Airprene, an ultralight, stretchy and very breathable fabric, with 3D natural latex panels with ergonomic reliefs.
Although it's a reinforced glove with lots of latex on the backhand, Airprene keeps it surprisingly light and flexible. The result is a balanced backhand with support, impact absorption and stability without losing mobility.
The Cronos DUO Grip backhand combines Confort+ fabric with 3D natural latex panels with ergonomic reliefs for comfort and stability.
Despite its reinforced construction, Confort+ keeps it flexible and free-moving, and the natural latex panels add impact absorption, protection and firmness in the most demanding situations.
The Cronos SSG PRO backhand combines Confort+ with 3D synthetic latex panels with ergonomic reliefs.
It stays flexible despite the reinforced construction, and the synthetic latex adds impact absorption, protection and more resistance to wear and frequent use.
Available on
Cronos SSG
BackhandStarter · 3D synthetic latex
Air Mesh
The Starter line backhand combines Air Mesh, a light and very breathable fabric, with 3D synthetic latex panels with ergonomic reliefs.
The panels add structure and protection and make the glove tougher for frequent use, while Air Mesh keeps it flexible and thermally comfortable. Protection, durability and comfort for goalkeepers who are still learning.
Available on
Starter
QuestionsFAQ
Which goalkeeper glove fabric is the lightest?
Airprene and Airflex Pro are N1's lightest. Airprene also offers extreme ventilation, even in reinforced gloves.
Which glove is best for cold and rain?
The Windstopper backhand, which acts as a windbreak, resists water and snow and stays breathable. Paired with a UGT+ II or Contact Grip palm.
What is a reinforced glove?
A glove with more structure on the backhand (3D latex panels or a reinforcing fabric like Confort+): it gives more protection, stability and impact absorption.
Which closure gives the most wrist support?
The 9 cm elastic wrist with a double-wrap strap, or the double-strap 360º system. If you prefer a free wrist, look for a tubular wrist or a strapless closure.