Boxing and Multiboxing Shoes

A shoe for pivoting

In boxing, everything starts with the footing: you move on the balls of your feet, pivot to transfer the force from your legs to your fists, and dodge with a lateral step. The boxing shoe is therefore light, with a thin and flexible sole that allows you to feel the floor and pivot easily while gripping the ring mat. It is high-top, to support the ankle during quick movements and changes of stance.

The rest of the gear

Boxing also includes:

• Gloves.
• Protective gear.
• Clothing.
• Punching bags.
• Accessories.
• Bags.

All things boxing can be found on the boxing page.

High-top or mid-top

The high-top shoe, like the adidas Speedex, Box Hog Classic, or Everlast Powerlock, wraps around the ankle and provides maximum support: it’s the choice of boxers who compete or practice intensively. The mid-top shoe, which offers more freedom, is suitable for training and for those looking for mobility. The adidas Box Hog, versatile and sturdy, is one of the most popular in clubs, with a Wide version for larger feet and a children’s version. The Adizero and HVC prioritize lightness.

Multiboxing and maintenance

Multiboxing shoes, like the Metal Boxe Viper, are designed for disciplines where you strike with your feet, such as savate boxing, one of the few disciplines where you kick while wearing shoes: their toes are reinforced. Leather, like that on the Punch Rexton or Leone, molds to your foot and lasts. Reserved for the gym, boxing shoes should not be worn on asphalt as it wears down the thin sole and dirties the ring, and they should be left to air dry after each session.

Good deals

Great bargains can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearances, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The key events of the year follow a consistent order: Black Friday in late autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Which shoe to choose for English boxing?

A high-top, light shoe with a thin and grippy sole that allows for pivoting on the front of the foot, like the adidas Box Hog or Speedex. The high cut supports the ankle during quick movements in the ring.

Can you use English boxing shoes in French boxing?

In French boxing, you kick with your foot: the shoe needs to be stiffer, with a reinforced sole and a protected toe. Multiboxing models, like the Metal Boxe Viper, are suitable for those who alternate between punches and kicks.

What size to choose for boxing shoes?

The boxing shoe should fit snugly without pinching the toes, so the foot doesn’t slide inside during pivots. You take your usual shoe size, and half a size up if wearing thick socks.

Is there a specific boxing shoe for women?

Women’s models, like those from Nike, are built on a narrower last at the heel and forefoot, which improves support. Smaller sizes also suit young boxers who are just starting out.

How to make boxing shoes last?

After each session, take them out of the bag, loosen the laces widely, and let them dry in the air, away from a radiator. Cleaning the sole helps maintain its grip on the ring mat.