Combat sports protections on private sale

Adult mouthguard, gel or for children

The mouthguard is required in most impact sports, both in competition and sparring: it protects the teeth and lips, and distributes the shock transmitted to the jaw. The thermoformable model softens in hot water and then takes the impression of the upper arch; the better it fits the teeth, the better it stays in place during exchanges. The gel mouthguard Metal Boxe, flexible right out of the box, is suitable for those new to boxing. The Kwon model for children, shorter in length, is designed for smaller jaws: an adult model, being too long, would trigger gagging.

The rest of the equipment

The private sales for combat sports also include:

• Boxing gloves.
• Boxing shorts.
• Shoes.
• Kimonos.

All the offers are gathered on the combat sports page.

Protective cup with integrated slip, sliding or female

The protective cup protects the lower abdomen from poorly placed knee and kick strikes. The slip cup Metal Boxe, sewn into an elastic slip, stays in place during movements and high kicks; its extra cup version provides a more encompassing shell for practitioners of Thai boxing and kickboxing. The adidas Pro cup, more compact, slips into fitted underwear or shorts. Female fighters wear a women's cup, which has a flatter shape that protects the pubic area without hindering walking. All are worn under the shorts, against the body.

Foot and thigh guards: absorbing leg strikes

As soon as the legs strike, two areas need protection. The foot first: the foot guards Metal Boxe made from injected foam cover the instep, where the impact occurs, to protect both the striker and their partner in full contact or kickboxing; they are chosen according to shoe size, with an elastic that leaves the toes and heel free. The thigh next: the thigh guard Leone, a company founded in Milan in 1947, integrates its foams into a fitted short that protects the outer and inner thigh from repeated low kicks during training rounds.

Wrist support and prolonging your gear's life

The wrist guard RDX, to slip on and tighten with a hook-and-loop strap, stabilises the joint during work on the bag and with pads, when the sequence of strikes tires the wrist. It complements hand wraps without replacing them. To last, textile protections should be washed after a few sessions, at thirty degrees, and then air dried, not left in the bag. The mouthguard should be rinsed in cold water after each training session and stored in a ventilated box; a cup can be cleaned with soapy water, and its slip can be machine washed once the shell is removed.

Frequently asked questions

What protections for a woman starting boxing?

A mouthguard and a women's cup right from the first opposition class, then a protective chest guard with a shell when glove training begins. In Thai boxing or kickboxing, shin guards and foot guards complete the gear.

What size mouthguard should I choose?

It should cover the upper arch up to the first molars without overflowing at the back of the mouth. Adult and junior sizes follow the length of the jaw: between the two, a teenager should first try the junior size.

At what age should a child wear a mouthguard?

As soon as they practice contact opposition exercises, regardless of age. In children, dental development is quick: regularly check that the mouthguard is still in place and replace it when it becomes too short.

Can you box with braces?

Yes, as long as you wear a mouthguard designed for braces, which is bulkier and not heat-moulded, allowing space for the appliance. Consult with the orthodontist before returning to sparring.

Is the cup essential in Thai boxing?

Yes: knee strikes and kicks, even accidental ones, often target the lower abdomen. It is required in competition and recommended from the first training session with a partner, for both men and women.