What size (kick) boxing gloves do I need?
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What size (kick) boxing gloves do I need?
Don't know which size boxing gloves suits you best? With the size chart below, you can easily see which size you should order!
| Body Weight | Boxing Glove Size | Good for |
| < 40 kg | 6 oz | Young boxers |
| 40 - 50 kg | 8 oz | Young boxers |
| 50 - 60 kg | 10 oz | Pads & heavy bag training |
| 60 - 75 kg | 12 oz | Pads & light sparring |
| 75 - 85 kg | 14 oz | Technique & sparring |
| > 85 kg | 16 oz | Sparring |
10 oz, 12 oz, 14 oz or 16 oz boxing gloves?
We are here to help you choose the right OZ for your boxing gloves. Whether you are looking for an all-round boxing glove or specific sparring gloves, we help you choose the right size when buying boxing gloves.
6 oz
Generally, 6 oz boxing gloves are for young athletes (juniors). (Up to 40 kg)
8 oz
Generally, 8 oz boxing gloves are for young athletes (juniors). (Up to 50 kg)
10 oz
The smallest boxing glove for adults, a good choice for pads and/or heavy bag training. 10 oz boxing gloves are suitable for someone with smaller hands who wants to improve their techniques. At KO Fighters, we recommend training with 10 oz gloves for a match, as these gloves are also used in competitions. (50 kg - 60 kg)
12 oz
12 oz boxing gloves are more used for pads and light sparring. Also excellent for technique training. The 12 oz boxing glove is the best glove to buy if you are unsure which size suits you best. (60 kg - 75 kg)
14 oz
14 oz boxing gloves are mostly used for sparring and are a very good "all-round" boxing glove. This size is good for sparring, pads, bag, and technique training. They are slightly lighter than the large 16 oz boxing gloves, so your arms get less tired when hitting the heavy bag or pads. (75 kg - 85 kg)
16 oz
16 oz boxing gloves are used for sparring. If you hit hard, have large hands, or weigh more than 85 kg, these gloves are essential for the safety of yourself and your training partner. They are bigger and safer because they have more padding. You should definitely use these gloves for sparring, but they also work excellently for pads. (More than 85 kg)
Important: This information and advice are only indicative. We recommend consulting your trainer who can choose the most suitable model for you.
