9 best boxing gloves manufacturers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The oldest type of martial arts is classic boxing. Its longevity is due to its simplicity and accessibility for all classes of society. Boxing gloves are becoming the most expensive piece of equipment. It should be noted that today many different martial arts are officially functioning in Russia, where gloves are required. Therefore, it is necessary to choose taking into account the specifics of a particular sport. Before starting to get acquainted with the main selection criteria, it should be noted that boxing gloves are hand protection, first of all for its owner. So it is necessary to save with this criterion in mind. The recommendations of our experts will help to clarify the situation with the choice.

How to choose boxing gloves

Varieties. Boxing is a versatile sport where athletes spend a lot of time in training, both with partners and with equipment. And, of course, competition becomes the maturity test. Therefore, there are several types of gloves for their intended purpose.

1. Bags and wall pillows are used to hone the percussion technique. These static opponents are best handled with projectile gloves. There are models with thin upholstery, which are called “pancakes” or “cue balls”. Their main task is to practice the strike technique. The second option for shell gloves are models with a reinforced impact surface. With their help, the force of the blow is emphasized.
2. Sparring gloves are required to train with a partner. They feature a soft and thick padding layer that makes striking safe for both fighters.
3. Lacing gloves are used by young (and not only) athletes who compete in the professional ring. For example, for lighter weight categories (up to 66 kg), models are made weighing 8 ounces, and heavier fighters use 10 ounce equipment.
4. Experts advise novice boxers to purchase universal gloves. In them, you can practice blows on bags, hit on the paws, work in pairs. Not every young athlete will grow up to real competitions, so at the initial stage it is not worth spending a lot of money on expensive equipment.

Glove design. Experts believe that good gloves should allow you to comfortably squeeze the palm into a fist, correctly and easily orient the thumb. An additional advantage of the design will be reliable protection of the impact part of the glove.

Stuffing. The most important part of a boxing glove is padding. Each model has its own filling option. For example, the versatile training gloves are shock-absorbing. The common property of padding for all types of gloves is durability. All basic qualities must be maintained for at least 1 year.

Wrist fixation. All boxing gloves are attached to the wrists. For this, fixation methods such as lacing or Velcro are used. It is easier and faster for beginner boxers to handle models with Velcro. But it must be wide and durable. Professionals give preference to lacing, and you cannot do without the help of a coach or partner.

Materials. The upholstery material plays an important role in boxing gloves. Products made of genuine leather have the maximum service life. Products from high-quality leatherette are not much inferior to them. It is worth avoiding gloves that are decorated with artificial film material.

Dimensions. Unlike clothes or shoes, boxing gloves are not produced in the usual sizes for us. The weight of the athlete is taken as a basis. Traditionally, the weight of gloves in ounces (oz) is used to determine the appropriate model. There are boxing gloves with the designation 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 oz. The adult line starts at 12 oz and is recommended for fighters under 60 kg. If you fall into the category over 100 kg, you must stock up on 18 oz gloves. In the training process, different options are often used. But the larger the glove, the safer it is to box in it.

We have selected 9 of the best boxing glove manufacturers for our review. Their products are well known to Russian athletes. When compiling the rating, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic boxers were taken into account.

Rating of the best manufacturers of boxing gloves

Nomination	a place	manufacturer	rating
Rating of the best manufacturers of boxing gloves	1	Winning	5.0
	2	Sabas	4.9
	3	Cleto reyes	4.8
	4	Hayabusa	4.7
	5	Ultimatum boxing	4.6
	6	Fairtex	4.5
	7	RDX	4.4
	8	Twins specials	4.3
	9	Revgear	4.2

Winning

Rating: 5.0

The Japanese company Winning has accumulated a wealth of experience. Since 1937, the company has been making boxing gloves by hand using traditional technologies. Quality materials, hand molding and the high level of craftsmanship of the workers result in durable products. Experts point out that even after five years of intensive use, the gloves can serve as training equipment. The consumer is offered various options for colors and standard sizes. The brand wins our ranking for its commitment to the classic method of making products.

Russian boxing fans find the purchase of Winning gloves a profitable investment. They are guaranteed to last for many years, which will eventually recoup the costs.

Advantages

• handmade;
• quality materials;
• strict quality control;
• variety of colors.

disadvantages

• high price.

Sabas

Rating: 4.9

Another well-known manufacturer prefers hand-made boxing gloves. In North America, where there is an outrageous interest in this sport, the Sabas company makes equipment in small quantities. The products are sold out very quickly, which makes them liquid even in the secondary market. The experts appreciated the workmanship, strength and durability of the gloves. The brand becomes the silver medalist in our rating, since it is rather difficult to purchase its products in Russia. This is confirmed by the discussion of athletes on thematic forums.

For Russian boxers, the price of Sabas gloves is considered quite high. But interest in the inventory remains high due to its high quality and unique performance characteristics.

Advantages

• handmade;
• high quality;
• liquidity in the secondary market;
• durability.

disadvantages

• high price;
• difficult to acquire in Russia.

Cleto reyes

Rating: 4.8

The legendary Mexican company Cleto Reyes was founded by the failed boxer Cleto Reyes Castro. Due to bad gloves, he was forced to end his career ahead of schedule due to his injuries. The passionate desire to make a safe inventory was soon put into practice. Already in 1945, the championship fight took place in Cleto Reyes gloves. Mohammed Ali appreciated the properties of gloves, thanks to this legendary athlete, the brand gained worldwide fame. Later, the Mexican inventory was used by Mike Tyson, Konstantin Tszyu, Denis Lebedev and Conor McGregor.

The experts gave the brand an honorable third place for reliable hand protection and high quality leather. Of the shortcomings, boxers note minimal upholstery in the front and a controversial style.

Advantages

• glorious history;
• worldwide popularity;
• high quality;
• reliable hand protection.

disadvantages

• minimal upholstery in the front;
• controversial style.

Hayabusa

Rating: 4.7

Hayabusa's symbols are speed, agility and a drive to win. Therefore, a soaring falcon flaunts on the brand logo. The manufacturer specializes in the production of sportswear and equipment used by fans of martial arts. Such athletes as Alistair Overeem and Sam Stout brought glory to the brand. The experts included the brand in our rating for its combination of durability and comfort. The special design allows the skin of the hands to breathe, regulating moisture during training or combat. For finishing, the manufacturer uses natural leather or leatherette.

Domestic martial artists praise Hayabusa products for their comfort, quality workmanship, and reliable wrist protection. The disadvantages of gloves include their small size and difficulty in taking them off the hands.

Advantages

• high strength;
• comfort during training;
• wear resistance;
• elasticity.

disadvantages

• small size;
• difficult to handle.

Ultimatum boxing

Rating: 4.6

The Russian company Ultimatum Boxing was founded in 2012. The banker Sergey Ivanyutin is considered to be the founder of the company; the idea of ​​his own production of gloves was prompted by the absence of high-quality equipment for boxers on the Russian market. A young team of designers, engineers, technologists and boxers started making professional equipment. In addition to boxing gloves, the manufacturer's catalog contains helmets, paws, training bags and bandages. Striving for high quality and durability did not go unnoticed by experts who included the brand in our rating.

Users in the reviews speak out flatteringly about the quality, convenience, and beautiful appearance. The disadvantages include the high price and lack of goods in stores.

Advantages

• high quality;
• durability;
• quality materials;
• fist clenches easily.

disadvantages

• high price;
• shortage of gloves in the stores of the country.

Fairtex

Rating: 4.5

The story of the creation of the Fairtex brand is very instructive. The company was founded in Thailand by Phil Wong. To promote its products, the company opened a training camp in 1975. Since Thai boxing is the No. 1 sport at home, the equipment began to be sold at an accelerated pace. And when the same camp was opened in the USA, Fairtex products became world famous. Boxing gloves were supplied to the Russian market in 2008. The assortment includes equipment for different types of martial arts, from boxing to MMA.

The brand gets into the TOP-6 of our rating for good wrist protection, versatility, high-quality leather. Among the shortcomings, one can note the rustic colors, besides, gloves are worse for classic boxing than for Muay Thai.

Advantages

• compact size;
• reliable wrist protection;
• wear-resistant leather;
• versatility.

disadvantages

• rustic colors;
• tailored for Thai boxing.

RDX

Rating: 4.4

The British company RDX has been producing sports equipment and equipment since 1999. To take a leading position in the world market, the company has equipped itself with modern equipment and adopted the latest developments. The assortment of the manufacturer includes boxing gloves, pears, paws and helmets. The brand regularly sponsors international competitions IBF, WBA, WBO. The RDX boxing gloves were used by such famous athletes as Roy Jones, Floyd Mayweather and Wladimir Klitschko. Experts believe that the popularity of gloves is not only in the advertising campaign, but in the technology of air foam. Therefore, the equipment is comfortable and functional.

Domestic boxers are satisfied with the design, durability and workmanship. The main disadvantage is the high price.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• strength;
• durability;
• unique technology.

disadvantages

• high price.

Twins specials

Rating: 4.3

Martial arts fans are praising Twins Specials boxing gloves. They are especially good when working in sparring. Gloves combine durability and secure wrist restraint, yielding to the leaders in the rating only in comfort. Experts explain the rather high prices for products by the use of genuine leather for external decoration. But even with intensive use, the equipment remains in good condition for many years. The Thai manufacturer relies on classic technologies, offering the consumer a wide range of sizes and colors.

Russian athletes praise Twins Specials products for their good quality, versatility, and variety of colors. Of the minuses, there is a bad Velcro and a high price.

Advantages

• versatility;
• wear resistance;
• variety of colors;
• quality materials.

disadvantages

• high price;
• unreliable Velcro.

Revgear

Rating: 4.2

The largest manufacturer of equipment for MMA, boxing and fitness is the Canadian company Revgear. The experts highly appreciated the firm's striving to popularize martial arts, including it in our rating. The manufacturer's catalog contains all the necessary equipment and equipment, from boxing gloves to rings. The company provides sponsorship assistance to both experienced and novice athletes. The founder of the brand is the jiu-jitsu fighter Paul Rivling, who experienced a shortage of quality equipment.

In the reviews, domestic users praise Revgear gloves for high-quality workmanship, stylish appearance, and strong leather. The disadvantages include high prices and a modest assortment in Russian stores.

Advantages

• high-quality manufacturing;
• variety of outfit and equipment;
• sponsorship for athletes;
• stylish appearance.

disadvantages

• high price;
• a modest assortment in stores in Russia.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.