Category Archives: Buyer’s Guides

What size boxing gloves should I buy? How to chose the right pair

What size boxing gloves should I get

What size boxing gloves should I get? This is a question we often receive. The answer depends on a few things, including your size, intended training and personal preference.   Boxing gloves come in a multiplicity of shapes, weights, sizes and types. You will hear about training gloves and bag gloves, 8oz competition or 16oz […]

Muay Thai Traditions – Mongkol, Prajet & Wai Kru

About Mongkol, Prajet & Wai Kru

The Ancient Muay Thai Traditions Of The Mongkol, Prajet and Wai Kru  Anyone who has been to Bangkok will know Thailand is a nation of contrasts. An extremely  modern nation full of very old, venerated culture and architecture. Muay Thai is very much part of that ancient tapestry. A centuries old discipline, dating back to […]

Ankle Support For Muay Thai – Why do Fighters Wear Ankle Guards?

Why do thai boxers wear ankle supports

A Guide To Ankle Support For Muay Thai:  Muay Thai is no joke. One of the roughest combat sports in the world. Not only devastating to your opponent but tough on your own body. Injuries are unavoidable but you can take precautions! One practical safety measure you can take, is wearing a Muay Thai ankle […]

How to find proper Headgear for Muay Thai – A Guide

Headgear for Muay Thai

Three Main Types of Boxing Headgear: Pros & Cons of Open Face Boxing Headgear Pros: Cons: Best for visibility No face protection Lightest weight Less padding so shots feel more intense Smallest target size Best for amateur competition Pros & Cons of Full Face Boxing Headgear with Cheek Protection Pros: Cons: High level of face […]

Boxing Mitts vs. Thai Pads – The reasons why you need both

Boxing mitts vs thai pads

Why You Need Boxing Mitts and Muay Thai Pads for Muay Thai Training Many people wonder about the differences between Muay Thai pads and boxing focus mitts. If you own one type, do you really need any other? The answer isn’t as simple as it may seem. It depends on the fighter, the coach or […]

Why use a Muay Thai heavy jump rope for training

reason to use a heavy rope

Should You Choose a Muay Thai Heavy Jump Rope? Jump rope is a staple of fight training everywhere. Regardless of your location, training level, or martial arts discipline, chances are you’re jumping rope! Most fighters worth their salt will put time in with a skipping rope. The skipping rope is a cheap tool. Easy to […]

Amateur Muay Thai Equipment – Fairtex VS. Nationman

Amateur Muay Thai Equipment Fairtex Compared to Nationman

Fairtex VS. Nationman : The Ultimate Match Up for Amateur Muay Thai Equipment With a vast range of products from both of these Muay Thai giants, it’s only a matter of time before Fairtex and Nationman go head to head. Their lines of amateur products are comparable though with some distinct differences. This comparison is […]

What do my Muay Thai Shorts say in Thai?

What do my Muay Thai Shorts say in Thai

Differences in fonts can make Thai lettering more beautiful (and difficult to read). See below for a few examples of our favorite sayings in different fonts and styles. Here’s a variety of Boon’s Thai boxing shorts that use the words “Muay Thai” in Thai lettering. Each short style uses a slightly different font to give […]

Cloth Shin Pads for Muay Thai : Comparing Nationman and Fairtex

Fairtex Nationman Cloth Elastic Shin Pads for Muay Thai (1)

Why use cloth shin pads for Muay Thai? In order to keep the sport as safe as possible, some amateur organizations (like IFMA) require fighters to wear cloth shin pads instead of fighting with bare shins. This lessens the impact and chance of serious injury. Fairtex SPE1 and Nationman cloth shin pads are both excellent […]

Get to know the brand: Top King Boxing

Top King Brand Review

Top King Boxing made its debut as a fight gear brand  in 2009. The founder’s experience may be linked to the brand’s rapid journey to success. He abandoned leadership at another well known Thai brand, to launch his own Muay Thai empire. Top King Boxing continues to excel with an innovative business strategy, eye-catching designs […]

 The Complete Guide to Muay Thai Heavy Bags 

Muaythai heavy bags

What is a Muay Thai Heavy Bag and Why Use it? Muay Thai is also called “the Art of Eight Limbs” because it uses punches, kicks, elbows and knee strikes. Like other martial artists, Muay Thai fighters use a heavy bag to sharpen their skills. But, training for this discipline requires unique bag shapes and […]

Traditional Muay Thai Gloves

Traditional muay thai gloves

Muay Thai gloves are the traditional boxing gloves used by Thai boxers. They are designed with lots of padding to protect your knuckles and hands during sparring and training. Muay Thai is Thailand’s national sport, with a history rich in culture and tradition.  Even though Thai Boxing is now one of the most popular martial […]

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