Rival boxing gloves

Rival boxing gloves are among the absolute top of the market — built by boxers, for boxers. No compromises on quality, no shortcuts in construction. This is gear for those who train seriously. Read more

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Rival offers different series of boxing gloves for every level — from recreational to world champion. Below you will find everything about the brand, the innovations, and each model.

Fight2Win is the official authorized retailer of Rival Boxing Gear for the Benelux and the EU.

About Rival Boxing Gear

Rival Boxing Gear was founded with one goal: to create the very best boxing gear in the world. From day one, Rival has focused on the high-end segment of the (semi-)professional boxing market—not on volume, but on quality.

The motto "By Boxing People For The Boxing World" is not a marketing slogan. Rival is led by people who box and train themselves and understand what a glove needs to do at the highest level. The result: gear trusted by top amateurs, professionals, gyms, and boxing coaches worldwide.

Fight2Win is the official authorized retailer and VIP partner of Rival Boxing Gear for the Benelux and the EU.

What makes Rival boxing gloves unique?

Rival has developed a number of innovations that have set the standard in the boxing world. Competitors have tried to copy them — but never come close to the original.

  • Angled Lace Track System — angled lacing for optimal wrist support and an authentic fight-night feel
  • Conic Design — conical fist construction that follows the natural fist position
  • Ergo Lace Track System — ergonomic lacing for a perfect fit
  • Ergo Strap System — hook-and-loop closure with an ergonomic angle
  • Ergonomic True Fist Construction — the glove follows the anatomy of a clenched fist, for maximum safety and comfort
  • Wrist Lock 2 — Rival's most advanced wrist lock, combining stability with freedom of movement

RS11V Evolution — the best-selling model

The RS11V is Rival’s absolute best-selling model—and that’s no coincidence. This glove combines exceptional protection, comfort, and ease of use in one package that suits virtually everyone.

Available in 7 colors. Made from Rival’s indestructible microfiber PU. The RS11V was Rival’s first glove with the innovative V-Strap Wrist Lock 2 system—a double-angled hook-and-loop closure that provides wrist support without restricting movement in any way.

Customers give the RS11V almost exclusively 5-star reviews. Its price-to-quality ratio is unmatched in this segment.

Unique features:

  • Wrist Lock 2
  • 15° Angle Cuff
  • AirFlow Control System

RS100 Professional — professionals’ favorite

The RS100 is the glove that (semi-)professional boxers and kickboxers choose time and time again. Those accustomed to the very best choose the RS100.

The key lies in the Ergonomic True-Fist Construction — a construction that literally molds the glove around your fist. The result is a snug, secure-fitting glove that feels like a second skin. Combined with the Angled Lace Track System for perfect wrist support and a genuine fight-night feel.

Available in 5 metallic two-tone color combinations.

Unique features:

  • Ergonomic True-Fist Construction
  • Angled Lace Track System

View all RS100 Professional Series gloves, accessories and boxing gear

Rival RS2V Super Sparring 2.0 — professional quality with hook-and-loop fastening

The RS2V is built for the toughest training sessions. Excellent protection, enhanced wrist support, and the angled  Ergo Xtreme Strap System make this glove unbeatable in its class.

What sets the RS2V apart: the glove is slightly more compact than the RS11V series. That’s not a disadvantage — many fighters specifically seek this more compact fit for greater control and maneuverability. Professional quality, hook-and-loop convenience.

Available in 4 colors.

Unique features:

  • Angled Ergo Xtreme Strap System
  • Conic Cuff Design

Rival RS1 Ultra 2.0 — the original Rival

The RS1 is where it all began. The OG. The glove that Rival was built on — and still the choice of true professionals.

The RS1 Ultra 2.0 is the evolved version of that original: new look, refined construction, but the same DNA. Designed with the professional in mind, from the first stitch to the last. The Angled Track — Rival’s signature design element — was first applied here and has since become the trademark of the entire line.

The perfect mix of comfort, protection, professional performance, and industrial durability.

Available in 5 colors.

Unique features:

  • Conic Cuff Design
  • Angled Ergo Lace Track System

Rival RFX Guerrero — the absolute top model

The RFX Guerrero is Rival's flagship. Built to withstand the toughest conditions of a professional, world-championship-level training camp — and that's no exaggeration.

This glove is based on the same fight gloves that Oleksandr Usyk wears during his world championship title fights. If it's good enough for the best boxer in the world, it's good enough for your training.

The RFX Guerrero is available in two versions:

  • RFX Guerrero HDE-F — multi-layered inner foam padding for maximum protection and shock absorption during the toughest sparring.
  • RFX Guerrero SF-H — low-density inner foam padding combined with a quilted layer of horsehair padding, for an exceptionally natural feel and superior fit.

A masterpiece of design, performance, comfort, and fit. For those who accept no compromises.

Unique features:

  • 15° Angled Lace Track

Also check out the complete RFX Guerrero Series, including matching headgear, bag gloves, and kidney and groinguards.

Rival RS80V Impulse — Rival's best budget top pick

The RS80V proves that Rival makes no compromises on quality, even in the budget segment.

Designed for a perfect fit and made from ultra-strong microfiber, the Impulse delivers Rival quality at a more accessible price.

Featuring Rival's signature Angled Hook&Loop Ergo Strap System for optimal wrist support. The breathable mesh in the palm speeds up drying between training sessions.

From beginner to advanced boxer: the RS80V is Rival's best value-for-money choice in this segment.

Available in multiple color combinations.

Unique features:

  • Rival's AngledErgoStrapSystem

Rival RS60V Workout Sparring — entry-level model for recreationalists

Sparring is one of the most intense and enjoyable parts of any boxing or kickboxing training session. The RS60V is Rival's answer for the recreational boxer who wants to spar without compromising on protection.

The RS60V Workout Sparring 2.0 is an updated version of the affordable bestseller — a fresh look, improved materials, and even better value for money.

Built on the same principles as Rival's professional sparring gloves: more than 40 mm of pre-formed foam padding, a spacious hand compartment for hand wraps, and a large striking surface for maximum protection. Fantastic fit at a recreational price.

Features:

  • High-quality synthetic leather
  • Tapered design
  • 40 mm thick, pre-formed PU foam
  • Updated Rival graphics
  • Hook-and-loop closure

What customers say about Rival boxing gloves

Rival boxing gloves consistently receive high ratings from our customers — from beginners to professionals.

What customers praise most:

  • The Wrist Lock 2 system of the RS11V: customers unanimously praise the combination of stability and wrist support that no other glove in this segment offers
  • The True-Fist construction of the RS100: praised for its perfect fit and the way the glove enables a natural fist
  • Consistent quality across the entire range: no surprises, no disappointments — every glove delivers what Rival promises

Fight2Win is an authorized retailer and VIP Partner of Rival Boxing Gear for the Benelux and EU. All models are well stocked as standard in virtually all weights and sizes in our webshop and showroom.

Rival boxing gloves, available directly from stock

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Frequently asked questions — Rival boxing gloves

What is the Angled Ergo-Strap System?

The key to the success of the Ergo Strap System lies in its simplicity: a conventional strap with a uniform width is replaced by a strap that is wider on the palm side of the wrist and measures 10 cm at its widest point, providing greater comfort, stability, and support for the wrist. It has since become an industry standard.

Innovation has always been at the forefront of Rival Boxing. In fact, our entry into the market was based on a revolutionary concept that set us apart from the rest of the industry.

Before Rival Boxing introduced the Ergo Strap System, most hook-and-loop boxing gloves used a conventional 5 or 7.5 cm strap to close the glove. This old type of closure did little more than that and offered no wrist support or stability. With a little ingenuity, a simple innovation; Rival Boxing redefined what “normal” is.

What is the Angled Ergo Lace Track System?

When Rival designed the very first sparring glove, Russ Anber (Founder & CEO) wanted to implement a number of very important things. He wanted to develop a glove that:

  1. Would perform as well as, or better than, any other sparring glove on the market.
  2. Top professionals could use round after round with complete confidence.
  3. Would last longer than anything they had ever used before.
  4. Would feature technology and a design that had never been seen before and that Russ had envisioned for at least 15 years.

This led to the creation of the "ERGO LACE TRACK SYSTEM". Using a deep, crisscross pattern around the underside of the wrist and a correct ergonomic angle of 15 degrees at the wrist, Rival created the absolutely perfect fit when lacing up a lace-up glove, while hiding the laces at the same time. This paved the way for the birth of the very first sparring glove from Rival Boxing Gear, the RS1.

This concept was so successful that Rival's entire high-end line was built around this outstanding design. The culmination of this ultimately came a few years later when Rival introduced the "Angled Lace Track" for professional fight gloves. Since then, the "Angled Lace Track" has also been introduced on the RS100 Sparring glove.

How does the Ergonomic True-Fist Construction work?

The RS100 sparring glove is one of Rival Boxing’s gems, thanks in part to the innovative and ingenious Ergonomic True Fist Construction system.

When you place your hand inside one of these boxing gloves, you can comfortably close your fist to achieve the most natural fist position, without experiencing uncomfortable pressure from the foam and without having to bend the glove before your hand locks into its natural punching position.

The principles of Ergonomic True Fist Construction allow you to freely open or close your hand without disrupting the glove’s hand compartment construction. Comfort, safety, and maximum performance are guaranteed!

Which professional boxers wear Rival boxing gloves?

Professional boxers who fight and train with Rival Boxing Gear:

  • Anthony Joshua (Former Heavyweight World Champion)
  • Vasiliy Lomachenko (Former multiple weight World Champion, Olympic Gold Winner)
  • Oleksandr Usyk (Undisputed Heavyweight Champion)
  • Keith Thurman (Former Welterweight World Champion)
  • Artur Beterbiev (Former Undisputed Light Heavyweight Champion)
  • Eleider Alvarez (Former WBO Light Heavyweight Champion)
  • Katie Taylor (Former Undisputed Lightweight Champion)
  • Amanda Serrano (Undisputed Featherweight Champion)
  • Oscar Rivas (Former WBC Bridgerweight Champion)
  • Cherneka Johnson (Undisputed Bantamweight Champion)
  • Shakur Stevenson (WBC Lightweight Champion)
  • Sebastian Fundora (WBC Super Welterweight Champion)
  • Xander Zayas (WBO Junior Middleweight Champion)
  • and many more
What does Feather-Lite mean?

Feather Lite simply embodies two principles:

  1. Maximum performance and protection
  2. The lightest possible materials

Rival Boxing Gear strives to apply the principles of Feather Lite to as many products as possible: providing our customers with maximum performance and protection combined with the lightest possible materials.

Rival strives to reduce the size and weight of materials while maintaining the same performance. This is to ensure efficiency. If we can find a lighter, thinner material that offers the same performance and durability as something heavier or more traditional, such as leather, we will. Innovation and attention to detail are the Rival way!

How do I maintain my Rival boxing glove?

To extend the life of your Rival boxing glove, it is important to take good care of it.

  • Always use clean handwraps, gelwraps, or inner gloves
  • Take them out of your bag immediately after training
  • Wipe the outside with a clean, dry cloth
  • Use a deodorizer to help your boxing gloves dry faster and more thoroughly on the inside
  • Store them in a cool, dry place with good natural ventilation
  • If necessary, use an antibacterial spray
  • For leather Rival boxing gloves: use leather grease/leather conditioner once a month to prevent cracking and drying out
Are Rival boxing gloves made of genuine leather?

No.

Not all Rival gloves are made of genuine leather. The RS11VRS2VRS100RS80VRS1 2.0 are made of microfiber,.

Microfiber a synthetic material consisting of extremely fine fibers (thinner than a hair), making it shape-retaining, durable, strong, and easy to clean.

The Rival models that are made of genuine leather. leather are the RFX Guerrero Sparring HDE-F (laces) andRS1 Pro Sparring 20A (laces) . These gloves are made of the finest.

Are Rival boxing gloves suitable for men and women?

Yes.

Rival boxing gloves are—as with most other brands—unisex and therefore suitable for both men and women. 

Women generally choose a smaller/lighter size of Rival boxing glove than men.

Can I use Rival boxing gloves for kickboxing & thai boxing?

Yes.

Rival boxing gloves are suitable for (Western) boxing, kickboxing, and thai boxing (Muay Thai).

They are also used in Krav Maga and MMA (stand-up fighting).

What does Rival’s Conic Design involve?

Rival Boxing pays attention to the smallest details in ergonomics and anatomy.

The wrist of the gloves with Conic Cuff Design is set at a 15-degree angle so that it follows the natural angle of a boxer's hand.

With that detail in mind, the Conic design has been incorporated into Rival boxing gloves. Take a look at the back of your hand: you’ll notice that the line from the top of your little finger to your wrist runs diagonally, and there’s another angle from your wrist to your forearm. Unlike most other manufacturers, our boxing glove design takes this into account.

Because the wrist of the boxing gloves with Conic Cuff Design is narrower than the edge of the glove that fits around the forearm, these gloves fit a boxer’s wrist better, providing maximum comfort, stability, and performance!