Official Size Guides
Find your fit.
Thai fightwear sizing is consistent between brands, but it does not match European or American sizing. Worn a Thai brand before? Order the same size. New to it? These guides give you the real measurements for shorts, gloves and shin guards from everything we stock. Better fit. Better movement. Better rounds.
Still not sure? Message us with your height and waist measurement and we will tell you exactly what to order.
Shorts sizing
Muay Thai Shorts
Waist and leg measurements for Twins, Fairtex, Raja, Top King and every other brand we carry, across traditional, retro and performance cuts.
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Glove sizing
Boxing & Muay Thai Gloves
Find the right glove weight for your body weight, your training and whether you are sparring or hitting the bag.
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Shin guard sizing
Shin Guards
Size by your height and shin length, using the individual measurements for each brand.
Explore the size guideHow Thai sizing works
Most Muay Thai brands follow the same sizing. If you have worn shorts or gloves from another Thai brand before, order the same size here. A Large in Twins is a Large in Fairtex, Raja or Top King.
If this is your first pair, do not go by your jeans size. Thai sizing is its own system and it runs smaller than European and American sizing across the board. Take a waist measurement and check it against the chart.
Shorts especially should be loose. The wide cut and high leg split exist so nothing restricts your kick, and a pair that fits snugly standing still will fight you the moment you throw a teep.
Shorts
Sizing carries across brands, so if your Twins are a Large, your Fairtex and Raja will be a Large too. What does change is the cut. Traditional Thai styles sit lower on the hip than retro or performance cuts, so the same size can feel different between styles even though the number is right. Check the shorts size chart and browse all Muay Thai shorts.
Gloves
Weight matters more than hand size for most people. Thai gloves run narrow in the hand compartment, so if you have wide hands or wrap thickly, go up in weight rather than forcing a tighter glove. See the glove size chart or browse all Muay Thai gloves.
Shin guards
Shin guards should cover from below the knee to the instep with no gap. Too short and you take kicks on bare shin, too long and the guard rides up when you check. Sizing runs by height as well as shin length, so use the shin guard size chart and browse all shin guards.
What glove weight do I need?
Glove weight is measured in ounces and refers to padding, not size. Heavier gloves mean more protection for your hands and your partner's head, but slower hands. Use your body weight as the starting point.
| Body weight | Bag & pad work | Sparring |
|---|---|---|
| Under 55kg | 8oz to 10oz | 12oz to 14oz |
| 55kg to 65kg | 10oz to 12oz | 14oz to 16oz |
| 65kg to 80kg | 12oz to 14oz | 16oz |
| 80kg to 95kg | 14oz to 16oz | 16oz |
| Over 95kg | 16oz | 16oz to 18oz |
How to measure yourself
Three measurements cover almost everything. Take them before you order rather than guessing from your jeans size.
Waist
Measure around where the shorts will actually sit, which for Thai shorts is on the hips rather than the natural waist. Keep the tape snug but not tight.
Hand circumference
Measure around your knuckles with your hand open, excluding the thumb. Useful if you are between glove sizes or have particularly wide hands.
Shin length
Measure from just below the kneecap to the top of your foot. Shin guards should cover that whole span without the instep pad bunching.
Sizing questions
What size Muay Thai shorts should I order?
If you have owned Thai shorts before, order the same size. Most Muay Thai brands follow the same sizing, so a Large in Twins is a Large in Fairtex, Raja or Top King.
If this is your first pair, measure your waist and use the size chart rather than guessing from your normal clothing size. Thai sizing runs smaller than European and American sizing, and shorts are meant to sit loose so the leg split does its job.
I've never bought Thai gear before. Where do I start?
Measure your waist and take your height. Send those to us and we will tell you exactly what size to order across shorts, gloves and shin guards. It takes us two minutes and it is far cheaper than shipping a return back to Thailand.
What size gloves should a beginner buy?
If you are only buying one pair, buy 16oz. Most gyms require 16oz for sparring, and a 16oz glove is perfectly usable on the bag and pads even if it feels heavy at first. Buy a lighter pair later once you know what you actually train.
Do I need hand wraps under my gloves?
Yes, every session. Wraps support your wrist and knuckles, and they absorb the sweat that would otherwise rot the inside of your gloves. Wraps also add bulk, so factor them in when choosing glove size. Browse hand wraps.
Do sizes differ between Twins, Fairtex and Raja?
Sizing is broadly consistent across the Thai brands, which is why ordering your usual Thai size works. Where they differ is in cut and shape rather than the size label, so we still list charts brand by brand. If you are ordering an unfamiliar style, check the chart for that brand.
What if I order the wrong size?
Get in touch and we will sort it out. But the easier route is to message us before you order with your height and waist measurement, and we will tell you what to buy. It takes us two minutes and saves you weeks of shipping.
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