Odyssey · Golf Balls & Equipment
PEdALED Odyssey Waterproof Gloves
Skip until PEdALED clarifies waterproof treatment chemistry.
Waterproof coating details are absent, creating uncertainty about whether PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments were used.
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Material
unspecified waterproof coating on glove shell
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What PEdALED Odyssey Waterproof Gloves is made of, ingredients and materials
PEdALED Odyssey Waterproof Gloves use an unspecified waterproof coating applied to the glove shell, likely synthetic polymer or treated fabric. The actual chemistry is not publicly disclosed by the brand. This matters because waterproof treatments in apparel often rely on PFAS "forever chemicals" (PFAS) or other durable water repellents (DWRs); without material transparency, you cannot assess whether the gloves introduce persistent chemicals into skin contact or household wash water.
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Unspecified waterproof treatment may contain legacy PFAS-based durable water repellents or newer fluorinated alternatives. Skin contact and wash water leaching are plausible routes; brand silence prevents verification of lower concern chemistries.
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and microfiber shedding
Waterproof coatings degrade with use and washing, releasing microfibers and coating particles. Cycling gloves experience high friction and flex stress, accelerating breakdown and increasing inhalation or ingestion risk of coating fragments.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Waterproof and water-resistant textile treatments sometimes employ formaldehyde-based crosslinkers for durability. No test data or material safety data sheets are publicly available for this product, making assessment impossible.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester shell material
Polyester fabric may contain antimony catalyst residues from manufacturing. While typically minimal in apparel, gloves with direct skin contact warrant confirmation; brand does not certify antimony-free or low-antimony sourcing.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No specific recalls or testing results for PEdALED Odyssey gloves document heavy metal or restricted dye contamination. Standard polyester and nylon textiles in cycling apparel rarely trigger azo dye concerns, but certification (OEKO-TEX) is absent here.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Odyssey (the parent brand for PEdALED cycling products) does not publicly disclose waterproof treatment chemistry or commit to PFAS-free standards. No major safety recalls or formal certifications (e.g., OEKO-TEX, bluesign) are on record for this specific glove model. The brand's silence on fluorochemical use is a significant gap in consumer safety information and suggests either lack of sourcing transparency or reliance on conventional (possibly PFAS-containing) water-repellent coating coatings.
How it compares in its category
Most mainstream cycling gloves use one of three waterproofing approaches, Teflon-type coating membranes (Goretex-style, PFAS-intensive), polyurethane/neoprene linings (lower PFAS risk but less breathable), or wax/silicone treatments (minimal chemical hazard but less durable water resistance). Without disclosure, the Odyssey gloves cannot be positioned reliably against premium brands that certify PFAS-free water-repellent coating or budget alternatives using simpler coatings. This opacity places them in a middle tier of risk.
If you buy it
Wash gloves separately in cold water with mild detergent to minimize coating degradation and reduce microfiber/chemical shedding. Air dry completely; do not machine dry or expose to prolonged heat, which can compromise waterproof integrity and increase leaching. Inspect the coating quarterly for cracks, peeling, or loss of water beading; once degradation is visible, water will penetrate and the gloves should be replaced. Request material documentation from the retailer before purchase if possible.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Odyssey has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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