Boxing gloves Rival RFX Guerrero Sparring HDE-F Red (laces)

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

No.

There are not really any women's boxing gloves. Boxing gloves are unisex, but women usually simply choose a lighter boxing glove (read: smaller size). These are available in various color combinations.

Women generally have somewhat narrower hands than men, so it is better not to choose an overly heavy boxing glove. We have made a separate selection within our range of boxing gloves that are more suitable for women due to their fit.

View our selection women's boxing gloves

Yes.

These boxing gloves are made of 100% genuine cowhide leather.

Oz stands for the English word ounce. An ounce (abbreviated as oz) is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States, the United Kingdom, and other countries that follow this system. One ounce is approximately equal to 28.35 grams.

For boxing gloves (and MMA gloves), this refers to the weight(the size) of the gloves. The larger the gloves’ padding, the higher the oz.

No.

Actually, there is no difference.

There are brands that focus more on boxing, while others focus more on kickboxing and thai boxing. 

There are some minor differences, but in practice, you can use boxing gloves for kickboxing and kickboxing gloves for boxing.

Rival boxing gloves, like almost all other boxing gloves, are not sized according to “normal” sizes, but by weight, expressed in ounces (oz).

The table below is a guideline, and you can always choose a heavier boxing glove for more padding, protection, and more intensive training.

Most women choose a 12 oz or 14 oz Rival boxing glove, while men generally choose 14 oz or 16 oz.

Yes.

Although modern systems with hook-and-loop fasteners that come close to matching a lace-up closure are available today, a traditional lace-up closure remains the best way to properly close and secure a boxing glove.

Lace-up boxing gloves are usually fastened with a single lace that crosses both sides. The lace is then pulled tight so that the gloves fit snugly.

The ends of the laces are then tied around the wrist section of the lace-up boxing glove. Boxing gloves with a lace-up closure are otherwise usually nearly identical to gloves with an (easier) hook-and-loop closure. 

Advantages of lace-up boxing gloves:

• Snug, secure, and comfortable fit around the wrist
• Usually padded wrists for increased comfort
• The cuff around the wrists feels more streamlined and less bulky
• No risk of hook-and-loop fasteners scratching opponents

Disadvantages of lace-up boxing gloves:

• Requires another person's help to lace up
• Slower to put on and take off, so not ideal for shorter training sessions
• Lace ends can cut opponents

Rival Boxing Gear was founded in Canada in the early 2000s and has since experienced steady growth in the martial arts world, with a focus on classic boxing. The company was founded by Russ Anber, a prominent name in the boxing world.

Anber, a respected boxing trainer and coach, had an in-depth understanding of what fighters needed to improve their skills and excel in the ring. With this background and expertise, he aimed to produce high-quality equipment that would meet fighters’ needs.

RS1 Ultra 2.0:

• More than 40 mm (1.75 inches) of high-quality, layered foam padding

RS11V Sparring:

• Extra-thick, 50 mm foam padding, specially designed for intensive sparren

RS2V:

• Multi-layer foam padding;

RS100 Professional:

• Layered foam construction

RFX-Guerrero HDE-F:

• Multi-layer inner foam padding (HDE-F)

RFX-Guerrero SF-H:

• Low-density foam inner padding (SF-H)
• Quilted horsehair padding layer

RS80V Impulse

• Molded low-density foam padding

Rival boxing gloves are known for their snug, ergonomic fit.

This is especially true of the sparring gloves, which are designed to provide a safe and comfortable feel, with an emphasis on wrist support and knuckle protection.

As soon as you put on the Rival boxing gloves, you notice that the inner lining adapts to your hands and envelops them, so to speak, regardless of the glove weight you choose. This is a unique feature of Rival, with a special foam-like inner lining.

They may feel tight at first, especially with handwraps. However, this ensures that after the “break-in” period, they offer an excellent fit for narrow, regular, and wide hands alike. 

They are known for their padding that is suitable and safe for both you and your training partner.

Every Rival boxing glove comes with a unique size chart which you should consult carefully.

Some fighters find them too tight at first, but over time (during the break-in period), they become increasingly comfortable.

Yes.

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

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

Yes.

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

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