Boxing shorts at Black Friday
The Black Friday boxing shorts brings together shorts from every combat discipline: English boxing Metal Boxe One, Water and Pro Line, adidas Aiba and training, Thai boxing Metal Boxe Lumpunee and King Pro Boxing Demon, kickboxing Metal Boxe Mirror and Extrem, Joma Combat, MMA shorts Fightnature and children’s Thai shorts Kwon Clubline. Cuts designed for punches, kicks, and knees.
The shorts from each discipline, at reduced prices.
Boxing: a long short with a high waistband
In boxing, only the fists strike, and only above the waist: the shorts are therefore long, loose, and worn high, with a wide waistband that marks this limit for the referee. The Metal Boxe One, Water and Pro Line Military feature this cut, which falls just above the knee and covers the top of the thighs without hindering footwork. The short adidas Aiba, designed for Olympic boxing, bears the name of the former international amateur boxing federation; in amateur competitions, boxers wear red or blue attire according to their assigned corner. The training shorts from adidas, which are simpler, accompany sessions of sack and rope.
Other combat sports
Combat sports for Black Friday are also available:
All combat sports are gathered on the combat sports page.
Muay Thai: short and split satin
The Muay Thai shorts are very short and widely split at the sides: they free the thighs for knee strikes, circular kicks, and clinch work. Their wide elastic waistband often features Thai inscriptions, inherited from fighters in the country. The Metal Boxe Lumpunee pays homage to the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, inaugurated in 1956, one of the two historical temples of the discipline alongside Rajadamnern. The King Pro Boxing Demon plays with embroidery and shiny satin. The kids' Thai shorts Kwon Clubline, from the German martial arts brand, allow the younger ones to train in the same outfit as the adult club members.
Kickboxing and MMA: length and freedom of movement
The kickboxing shorts, like the Metal Boxe Mirror or the Extrem, designed for both Muay Thai and kickboxing, are slightly longer than the Thai shorts, with shallower splits: they are suitable for practitioners who alternate between disciplines. The MMA shorts, like the Fightnature, borrow from board shorts for their knee-length and stretchy fabric; they close with a Velcro strap and a cord, without a rolling elastic, and open at the sides for guard transitions on the ground. The Joma Combat, with side splits, remains versatile for cardio-boxing and physical preparation classes. In MMA, pockets and metal fastenings are avoided, as they are dangerous on the ground.
Finding the right size and caring for satin
A pair of boxing shorts should first be chosen based on the waist size, measured around the navel, where the waistband rests: it should stay in place without slipping during movement, without compressing the stomach upon exhalation. Some Thai shorts made in Thailand run small: in case of doubt, it’s better to take the next size up. For larger builds, the looser-fitting boxing shorts are more forgiving. The satin should be washed inside out, in cold water, on a delicate cycle, without fabric softener or tumble dryer, which dull its shine and peel prints. A flat drying in the shade preserves the elasticity of the waistband and the quality of the embroidery.
Frequently asked questions
Men's and women's boxing shorts: what's the difference?
Most boxing shorts are unisex; women’s cuts, when they exist, have a narrower waistband and a more defined waist. A female practitioner can wear unisex shorts by choosing the size according to her hip measurement.
Can boxing shorts be customised?
The name, nickname, or a flag can be embroidered or printed on the waistband or legs, as professional fighters do. It’s better to choose a pair of thick satin shorts, which can withstand embroidery without wrinkling.
What length of shorts for a child doing Muay Thai?
A children's Thai short, like the Kwon Clubline, stops mid-thigh like the adult version, with splits that allow for knee strikes. Choose it with a well-fitted waistband: shorts that slide down force the child to keep pulling them up.
Satin or polyester shorts: which to choose?
Satin, shiny and smooth, is the material for fights and galas: it glides on the skin and highlights the embroidery. Matte polyester, more resistant to frequent washing, is better suited for everyday training.
Are MMA shorts suitable for Brazilian jiu-jitsu?
Yes, for no-gi, the practice without a gi, where MMA shorts, stretchy and pocketless, withstand pulls and grips. In jiu-jitsu with a gi, however, it’s the gi pants that are required.
