Considering a purchase of amateur boxing gloves, but not sure what to look for or where to look? First things first: get to know the product. Amateur boxing gloves differ from those used by professional prizefighters. The amateur-style gloves are normally blue or red in color, with a white section covering the "scoring area" of the knuckles, to help ensure that the judges can clearly see the contact and accurately score the punch.
Typical weights for the amateur gloves are eight, twelve and sixteen ounces, and many amateur fighters will use the heavier gloves for training and wear the lighter gloves for actual bouts. Amateur gloves are available in hook-and-loop closure, or for those who prefer a more snug and customized fit, lace-up styles are also available. Look for gloves that have enough area in the knuckle region to accommodate hand wraps.
This is a specialized product that may not be available in your local sporting goods store, so the web is going to be your best help in purchasing amateur boxing gloves. Websites at which you are used to shopping, such as Amazon and eBay, carry the gloves, but you may also wish to consult specialty retailers like Ringside.com or Titleboxing.com, which may have more in-depth information and a larger selection. Amazon is good for product reviews, as well, so check those out before you buy.
Major brands for amateur boxing gloves are Rival, Title and Adidas. The Title website carries its own brand, but also several others. After you have decided on a brand, it can be handy to use a comparison-shopping site like Shopbot, Bizrate or Roboshopper to find the best deal. Don't forget to purchase associated equipment that you will need, such as mouth guards and hand wraps. Happy shopping!
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