Vola Hand Guards SL WC

Designed for alpine competition, Vola’s SL WC Hand Guards are intended for skiers competing in special slalom races, whether they are juniors or experienced athletes. These unisex hand guards meet a specific need: to reduce the risk of impact with the gates during high-speed runs. Their closed, rigid structure fully covers the hands and wrists—the areas most vulnerable during competition.

A Closed-Shell Design for Special Slalom Protection

The structure of the SL WC Hand Guards features a fully enclosed shell made of high-strength polypropylene, a material capable of absorbing violent impacts while withstanding the extremely low temperatures encountered on competition courses. Unlike open-style hand guards, this full-coverage design envelops the entire hand and wrists, significantly reducing the exposed area during contact with slalom gates. The rigidity of the assembly ensures that this protection remains intact even under repeated high-speed impacts, without deformation or cracking of the material.

A universal mounting system compatible with competition poles

These guards are sold in pairs and come with a complete set of hardware for direct installation on the vast majority of slalom poles. The included mounting system is compatible with both carbon and aluminum poles, making it easy to integrate them into various equipment setups without requiring any special tools. Installation is straightforward and does not require any specific technical skills.

Technical Details of the SL WC Hand Guards

A few additional features are worth noting to help guide your choice based on the intended use:

• One size fits all: only one size is available, suitable for standardized competition use.
• Red color: a highly visible shade that makes them easy to spot on the course.
• Compatible with carbon and aluminum poles: fits the two most common types of poles used in special slalom.
• Sold in pairs with all necessary hardware: no additional accessories are required for initial installation.

Vola’s SL WC Hand Guards are designed specifically for special slalom competition, engineered to reduce the risks associated with impacts against the gates without compromising freedom of movement on the poles.