Choosing the right boxing gloves - we reveal how it works.

Info 1: Searching for clues in the operational area – which boxing gloves fit.

With boxing gloves on your hands, it is like shoes on your feet - it is not always easy to find the right model. Many factors play an essential role in the selection. First, you should think about the purpose of your gloves. Are you looking for a pair for the fitness area and individual exercises on the sandbag, or do you want to approach it professionally? The choice of material is also a decision criterion for many because not everyone appreciates the natural properties of genuine leather and instead opts for the high-performance counterparts made of artificial leather. The strength of your gloves is usually hidden on the inside. Different paddings give the boxing gloves fundamentally different damping properties, which each athlete appreciates differently. Since boxing has its origins in England, you usually must deal with the ounce weight. An ounce corresponds to 28.35 grams, and boxing gloves, particularly for competitions, are only accepted with a weight permitted by the regulations. From the fashion sector, a size specification is omitted for most boxing gloves.

Info 2: Big hands need boxing gloves with a sure instinct.

Size does not always bring us advantages. Anyone who wears shoes over size 46 certainly knows the problem. Boxers often face a similar problem, what to do with the big hands? We recommend boxing gloves with special paddings, which are made up of several layers. The initial tight fit of imitation leather and genuine leather models widens with the frequency of wear. Many athletes treat their new boxing gloves to a round of sandbag training and punch the boxing gloves into their ideal fit. Especially models with a multi-layer padding and additional molded part on the inside promise an individual adjustment. Due to the extra stability of the separate layers, they shape themselves and adapt perfectly to the structure of your hand. Our recommendation for huge hands is the TOP TEN boxing gloves “4select”, available in artificial leather and leather models.

Info 3: Challenges in sparring place special demands on your boxing gloves.

Is constantly sparring a physical challenge for you? Then it would help if you had boxing gloves that share your passion for the extreme. You can easily strengthen your condition and endurance by pimping your “normal” boxing gloves. Use a weight cuff, which can simply be slipped over the boxing glove. So, you save yourself the purchase of heavy boxing gloves, and you can easily make your training varied. If you want to face a real partner with more padding on your hands in a practice fight, it is worth buying sparring boxing gloves with a correspondingly high ounce weight. The extra weight is hidden in the extra padding, so even the most challenging practice fights don't lead to severe injuries. The ounces of your boxing gloves are always closely related to your body weight outside of the competition area. The higher this is, the higher your clout. Accordingly, boxers should choose their boxing gloves for full-contact sparring, taking their weight into account: 12 oz boxing gloves up to 60 kg, 14 oz boxing gloves up to 70 kg, and 16 oz boxing gloves up to 80 kg body weight. With 18-ounce models, all heavyweight athletes do not take unnecessary sparring risks.

Info 4: A little more protection, please: boxing gloves with wrist support.

No risk, no fun has no place in boxing. Safety is the top priority in training and competitions. Especially those who train frequently or are about to fight don't want to expose themselves to the risk of injury unnecessarily. Athletes recovering from a hand injury also need extra safety on their hands. Boxing gloves with XLP or wrist control system manage the balancing act between a sporty model and the highest safety guarantee. Both models have additional stabilization for the wrist. While the XLP models have padding on the inside of the boxing gloves over the joint, wrist control boxing gloves manage to increase stability with a specially shaped pad. Which boxing gloves you trust more is a matter of taste. We carry numerous boxing gloves with both systems in our shop.

Info 5: A touch of success is in the air. Boxing gloves with a professional feel are on the rise.

Even if your sporty path has only just begun, it is worth getting a taste of the professional atmosphere in advance. Professional boxing gloves make you want more and act like a motivational boost right from the start. With their lacing system, they can be adapted to the shape of your hand down to the smallest detail. In contrast to the models with Velcro, outside help is necessary. The bands are then sealed with tape, especially for competitions. Professional boxing gloves also have a lot to offer when it comes to padding. In addition to high-quality foams, experts in boxing still like to rely on tradition. Although horsehair no longer makes up the bulk of the glove padding, it is often used as additional material in the professional sector.

With the proper perspective, choosing your boxing gloves is no problem. Anyone who would like detailed advice can rely on the knowledge of our Budoland experts. Real martial artists are at your side with advice and action by e-mail or telephone.