Top Ten headgear

The Top Ten brand originated in martial arts and is a brand of Budoland, a leading manufacturer of martial arts equipment. Budoland was founded in 1992 by Peter Kruckenhauser in Germany. 

Top Ten is known for its equipment for kickboxing and boxing, among other disciplines, and is used worldwide at various championships, including the Olympic Games. 

They are, among other things, the official head and equipment sponsor of WAKO and ITF.

Depending on the design, headgear provides extra coverage around areas such as the forehead, cheeks and ears. A proper fit and clear visibility are important for training equipment to be practical.

More facial coverage does not mean that all types of head injury are prevented. Headgear does not guarantee protection against concussion and is not a reason to sparren harder or without restraint. Check the intended use and the training or competition rules.

We usually do two things in our showroom:

1. Quickly shake your head from side to side
2. Tap all sides of the headgear. Preferably use a slightly sliding technique to force friction.

If the headgear barely moves or does not move at all and does not pinch at the same time, you have the right size!

The Top Ten Avantgarde has a pre-shaped design with ventilation openings. Compare the fit and the openings around the face, as well as the shape. Before competing, check whether the specific version meets the current requirements.

In semi-contact competitions, the two participants are distinguished by the colors red (Hong) and blue (Chong). Headgear, gloves, and safety kicks must be in these colors so that the referee can award points correctly. The Avantgarde is available in both required competition colors.