Fairtex Boxing Gloves | The Complete Buyer’s Guide for Muay Thai, Boxing, and MMA

Sale alert: Up to 60% off for Black Friday at FitZone360 LTD. Sizes 6–16 oz, curated for bag work, pads, sparring, and fight prep.

Why Fairtex?

Fairtex builds in Thailand with dense, protective padding, tight stitching, and real-leather shells on core models. Wrist stability is strong, thumbs sit naturally, and break-in is short. The hand compartment suits Muay Thai: easy to open for clinch, solid for parries, and balanced on kicks-and-catch drills.

Quick picks by use-case

Prices shown are typical ranges. Your Black Friday sale may reduce these further. Target price band provided: $85–$105 USD.

• Everyday training: Fairtex BGV1 (Velcro, Thai style)
  Compact profile. Versatile for pads, bag, and light sparring. Recommended in 12 oz for lighter users or pad rounds, 14–16 oz for general training.
• Sparring comfort: Fairtex BGV14 (Velcro, longer cuff)
  Softer face feel out of the box. Good knuckle dispersion and wrist line for partner work.
• Lace-up stability: Fairtex BGVL3 (Lace-up, classic)
  Tighter wrist cinch and centered fist alignment. Best when you have help lacing or want maximum lock-in for long sessions.
• Anatomical fit for hitters: Fairtex BGV9 (Velcro, Mexican style)
  More straight-line punchers like the firmer front end and fist closure. Excellent for bag and pad volume.

Weight and size guide (6–16 oz)

Pick by purpose first, bodyweight second.

• 6–8 oz: Youth, pad speed, competition-style mitts for drills. Not for sparring.
• 10–12 oz: Bag and pad work, skill drills, smaller hands.
• 14 oz: All-round training. Some can spar in 14 oz if gym rules allow.
• 16 oz: Standard sparring weight in many gyms. Safer for partners and shoulders on long rounds.

If you’re under 60 kg and mostly on pads, 12 oz works. 60–85 kg doing mixed training, 14 oz. Over 85 kg or dedicated sparring, 16 oz.

Velcro vs. Lace-up

• Velcro: Fast on/off, convenient for solo training and class rotations. Wrist support is strong on modern Fairtex cuffs.
• Lace-up: Best fit and wrist lock. Preferred for fight camps or when a coach can lace you. Choose if you chase maximum stability and uniform pressure.

Bag, pads, sparring: one glove or split?

• Bag/pads: Slightly firmer padding extends glove life and protects knuckles on volume.
• Sparring: Softer impact on your partner with more forgiving foam.
  If you train 4+ days per week, split into bag/pad gloves and sparring gloves to keep foam response consistent and hygienic.

Materials and build

• Shell: Genuine leather on core lines for durability, with select synthetics on value models.
• Padding: Multi-layer foam tuned for shock spread without a “brick” feel.
• Hand compartment: Thai profile aids clinch and catching kicks without collapsing wrist line.
• Origin: Handmade in Thailand on flagship models.

Fairtex vs. the competition

• Twins: Plush hand feel and very cushy sparring impact. Twins often feels rounder and more pillowy. Fairtex feels slightly denser and quicker on pads.
• Venum: Broad range and modern looks. Padding varies by line and factory. Fairtex offers more consistent Thai-style ergonomics and clinch friendliness.
• Yokkao: Fashion-forward and light in hand. Fairtex generally wins on long-term durability and stitching consistency in day-to-day gym abuse.
• Rival: Excellent wrist systems and tech features popular with boxers. For Muay Thai clinch and kick defense, Fairtex remains the default pick.

Why buy from FitZone360 LTD

• Fast fulfillment with UK/EU stock for minimal downtime between sessions.
• Price-match mindset on like-for-like items during Black Friday.
• Warranty support and responsive customer service.
• Simple returns window for unused gear in original condition.
• Regional delivery: UK and EU shipping from local inventory reduces customs friction.

Edit the bullets above with your exact SLA, return window, and terms.

How to choose your Fairtex glove in two steps

1. Pick purpose: bag/pads vs sparring vs all-round.
2. Pick weight: 12 oz (speed/pads), 14 oz (all-round), 16 oz (sparring).

Care and hygiene

• Air dry fully after sessions. Open the cuff and remove wraps promptly.
• Use glove deodorizers or plain newspaper to pull moisture.
• Wipe salt off the leather with a damp cloth, then dry.
• No washing machines or full soaks. Condition leather lightly every few months.

FAQs

What size should I get?
12 oz for pad speed and smaller hands. 14 oz for all-round training. 16 oz for sparring and larger athletes.

Velcro or lace?
Velcro for convenience and solo training. Lace for maximum wrist lock and the cleanest fit when you have help.

Do Fairtex gloves need break-in?
Short break-in. The foam settles within 2–4 sessions. Clinch mobility stays good.

Do they smell over time?
All gloves will if left damp. Dry fully after use and rotate pairs if you train daily.

How do I clean them?
Wipe inside with a slightly damp cloth, let dry, then use a mild spray designed for gloves. Lightly condition leather.

Bag and sparring with the same glove?
Possible, but foam softens quicker. If you train often, keep a bag pair and a sparring pair.