Protection

they're not actually going to protect your hand from the mallet haxors though are they?

They have a "Low Profile Airprene Knuckle Protection." But I doubt it. Especially when compared to hockey or lacrosse gloves.

I wear gloves (usually) for falling though (and they have a "Foam Padded Inner Palm" - oh la la!), and right now, 'cause it's really cold. I really hope hacking doesn't get so bad that everyone needs to be kitted up to protect themselves.