Rival RS11V, Hayabusa T3 or Twins BGVL3 - for the serious martial artist, all-rounder, and Muay Thai fighter

Three gloves. Three boxers. Three answers to the same question: which one is right for me? The Rival RS11V, the Hayabusa T3 and the Twins BGVL3 are each the best choice - but not for everyone. No ranking, no winner. Just honest advice, as we also give in our showroom in Waddinxveen.

Do you recognize yourself in one of the three profiles below? Then you’ll know which glove is right for you.

The Loox figures in this guide combine the published customer reviews for the color variants shown below. The averages are rounded to one decimal place.

The Sparrer - Rival RS11V

You spar several times a week. You want a glove that protects your hands, keeps your wrists stable, and still feels like new after many rounds. You don't want a break-in period and want to be able to train right away.

The Rival RS11V Evolution is our best-selling boxing glove - and that's no coincidence. Rival Boxing Gear was founded by people who had stood in the ring themselves. Russ Anber, the man behind the brand, trained world champions and knew exactly what a sparring glove should do: protect your hands, stabilize your wrists, and never get in the way.

The 50 mm layered foam padding is the result of years of R&D. Not too hard, not too soft - the balance serious boxers recognize after the first round. The V-Strap Wrist Lock 2 system is a double diagonal hook-and-loop closure that you tighten with one hand. Both sides of the cuff are pressed evenly, similar to professional taping but without a trainer's help. And the Indestructible Super Rich Microfibre is not standard synthetic leather - it is a unique microfibre that withstands intense daily training without tearing, fading, or losing its shape.

For boxers with narrower hands, there is also the unique 16 oz - S variant. Available nowhere else in the Netherlands. With a Loox score of 5.0/5 based on 91 published customer reviews, the market speaks for itself.

Complete your sparring set

The RS11V is built for the ring - and the rest of your kit deserves the same level. The Rival HG30 headgear is designed as one system with the RS11V: same philosophy, same level of protection, same brand. The Rival Intelli-Shock knuckleguards go under your gloves and absorb the remaining impact on your knuckles - ideal for boxers who train daily. And for grip and stability on the mat: the Everlast Elite 2 boxing shoes in black.

The all-rounder - Hayabusa T3

You want one glove for everything. Bag training on Monday, pad work on Wednesday, light sparring on Friday. You don't want to think about which glove to bring to the gym - you simply grab the T3.

Hayabusa is a Canadian brand founded in 2006 with one goal: to make the best boxing equipment in the world, built on biomechanical research. The T3 is the result of that obsession. Every detail has been carefully considered - from the anatomical thumb placement that helps prevent injuries to the XT2® antibacterial lining that combats odors after intense training sessions.

The Dual-X closure is the most advanced hook-and-loop system in this segment. Two interlocking wrist straps support your wrist from both sides - comparable to professional taping, but without needing help from a trainer. There is room for 450 cm handwraps. The splinted support structure keeps the wrist in an anatomically correct position on impact, helping prevent long-term injuries.

The 5-layer foam composition is deliberately versatile: firm enough for sparring, comfortable enough for hours of bag training. No break-in period. Comfortable from the start. Named the best boxing glove by Men's Health. With more than 20 color options - from the iconic Trophy black-gold to the sleek Carbon Black - you'll always find a model that suits you.

Complete your Hayabusa set

The T3 deserves a complete kit at the same level. The Hayabusa Strike boxing shoes are designed around the same biomechanical principles - lightweight, stable, and instantly comfortable. The Hayabusa T3 headgear Carbon Black pairs seamlessly with the gloves and offers the same premium protection for your head. And for your wrists: Fight2Win V2 handwraps - 450 cm of elasticity, the standard in our showroom.

The Muay Thai fighter - Twins BGVL3

You come from the Thai tradition. You know what real quality is. You don't want synthetic materials, gadgets or marketing stories. You want a glove made by people who understand what Muay Thai is - and who have proven its worth for decades.

Twins Special was founded in Bangkok and has been supplying equipment to the best Muay Thai gyms in the world for more than 40 years - from Lumpinee Stadium to the top gyms in Amsterdam and Rotterdam. The BGVL3 is their most iconic model. Virtually unchanged over all those years, because there is nothing to improve on a design that works.

100% cowhide, handmade in Thailand, double-stitched. The perforated palm provides ventilation during long pad-training sessions. The wide hook-and-loop closure with a long cuff provides maximum wrist stability - and can even be fastened with one hand. The polyurethane foam padding has a carefully selected density: firm enough for serious sparren, yet comfortable enough for hours on the pads.

It needs a break-in period. That is not a drawback - it is the hallmark of genuine leather. Once broken in, it molds to your hand and feels like a second skin. That is something no synthetic glove can ever match. With a Loox score of 4.7/5 based on 18 published customer reviews, the BGVL3 is the highest-rated leather boxing glove in our range.

The complete Muay Thai set

Muay Thai is a complete sport - hands, legs, head. The Twins SGL7 shin guards are the best-selling Muay Thai shin guards in our range: the same craftsmanship, the same philosophy as the BGVL3 - handmade in Thailand by Twins Special, tested at Lumpinee Stadium. The Twins PML21 punching mitts are the ideal training partner for the BGVL3 - built for the powerful punches and elbows of Muay Thai, with a thick foam layer that absorbs blow after blow. And for the complete Thai look: the Twins TTBL Rusty kickboxing shorts, handmade in Thailand with the same attention to detail as the gloves.

About the Twins PML21 punching mitts

The Twins PML21 are professional curved punching mitts, designed for intensive Muay Thai and kickboxing training. The curved shape follows the trainer's natural movement and optimally absorbs the force of heavy punches. The 100% cowhide leather outer surface is identical to that of the BGVL3 - meaning both products offer the same durability and feel. The thick layered foam padding protects the trainer's hands during hard combinations, while the sturdy hand strap provides control when catching kicks and knee strikes. A mitt that will last for generations in the toughest gyms.

Still unsure?

Visit our showroom in Waddinxveen. There, you can purchase all the models in person. Our team members train themselves and know exactly what to recommend. They’ll help you based on your training and goals.

Do you spar seriously and want maximum protection? → Rival RS11V.
Do you want one glove for heavy bag work, pads, and sparring? → Hayabusa T3.
Are you coming from Muay Thai and want the real deal? → Twins BGVL3.