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Fairtex - Bag Mitts - Open Thumb - Black
£79.99 GBP
Product Details
Fairtex Open Thumb Muay Thai Bag Mitts – Black
The Fairtex Open Thumb bag mitts in black are made for bag work, fitness classes and technique drills. The open thumb gives you a natural grip and easy movement, and the padding protects your knuckles on the bag.
Key Features
- Open-thumb design for natural hand movement
- Lightweight padding for bag work and drills
- Easy to pull on and off between rounds
- Available in M, L and XL
Best For
Muay Thai, kickboxing, MMA and boxing: bag work, fitness classes and technique drills.
Sizing
Available in M, L, XL. Choose the size that fits snugly over your hand wraps.
Care & Hand Protection
Keep your mitts fresh and make them last with our guide: how to clean Muay Thai boxing gloves. Always train with Muay Thai hand wraps underneath. Protect your hands with our guide on how to look after your hands and wrists in Muay Thai.
About Muay Thai Gloves
Muay Thai gloves are designed specifically for the demands of clinching,
blocking, and close-range striking. Unlike traditional boxing gloves,
they feature a shorter cuff for increased wrist mobility and padding
distributed across the glove to protect both the knuckles and the back
of the hand.
These features make Muay Thai gloves ideal for pad work, bag training,
and sparring. If you’re unsure how they compare to boxing gloves, read
our
Muay Thai vs boxing gloves guide.
Choosing the Right Size
Choosing the correct glove size depends on your training style and goals.
- 10oz–12oz: Best for bag work and Thai pads
- 14oz–16oz: Recommended for sparring and partner drills
For a detailed breakdown, visit our
Muay Thai glove size guide to ensure the best fit and protection.
How to Choose the Correct Glove Weight?
Selecting the right glove weight is essential for proper protection and effective training. Here’s a simple guide:
8–10oz
Light gloves with less padding. Best for padwork, bagwork, and fast technical training. Not suitable for sparring.
12oz
A good all-round training glove. Balanced padding and weight. Ideal if you only want one pair for general use.
14oz
A step up in padding. Suitable for light sparring and partner drills while still usable on pads and bags.
16oz
The standard for sparring. Offers the most padding to keep both you and your training partners safe.
Quick recommendation:
For pad/bag work: 8–12oz
For mixed training: 12–14oz
For sparring: 16oz
Lighter fighters typically choose 10–12oz; heavier fighters 14–16oz.
Care & Maintenance
Proper care is essential for extending the life of your Muay Thai gloves.
After every training session, open your gloves and allow them to dry in a
well-ventilated area.
Using moisture-absorbing inserts can help prevent odor and bacteria buildup.
For step-by-step instructions, check out our
complete glove cleaning guide.
FAQs
What makes Muay Thai gloves different from boxing gloves?
Muay Thai gloves have shorter cuffs and more evenly distributed padding
to support clinching and blocking kicks.
What size gloves are best for sparring?
Most fighters use 14oz or 16oz gloves for sparring to reduce injury risk.
Which gloves are best for weak wrists?
Gloves with a secure wrist strap and a slightly longer cuff offer better
support for weak wrists.