So, the other day I wanted to get back into boxing, and I figured, first things first – I needed some gloves. I didn’t have any since I left my old pair back in my hometown.
I started off by hitting up a few local sports stores. I mean, who doesn’t like to see things in person, right? I walked into the first store and asked around about boxing gloves. The guy there pointed me to a wall filled with all kinds of gloves. It was a bit overwhelming, to be honest. I saw some from like, 22 bucks, and others that were way up there, over 80. I tried a few on, some felt okay, some felt like they might fall apart after a few hits.
After that, I decided to check out another store. This time, I tried to get a bit more info from the staff. I asked this lady, “Hey, what’s the deal with the price differences?” She explained that the more expensive ones are usually made from better materials and last longer. But then she said something interesting – the more expensive gloves aren’t just about lasting long, they’re about performing well for a long time. The cheaper ones? Well, they’re more about being easy to break in and comfy at first but don’t expect them to hold up for years, you know?
I did a bit of my own digging online, too. It’s like, there are these three groups: the top-notch ones, the ones in the middle, and the cheap ones. Big names like Grant and Winning are in the top tier, of course. Then you’ve got this middle ground with a bunch of brands I’ve seen around like RDX and Venum. And honestly, a lot of people were saying, especially for someone just starting or getting back into it, that the middle-tier gloves are a solid bet. You get decent quality without breaking the bank.
I found some online stores selling gloves, too. Lots of variety there, from kids’ sizes to the pro stuff. I even saw a pair of RDX gloves for kids – cute and tiny. Prices online were pretty much in line with what I saw in the stores, maybe a few bucks cheaper here and there.
Here’s a little list of what I looked at:
- RDX Boxing Gloves: Around 28.99, seemed popular.
- Liberlupus Boxing Gloves: These were about 25.99.
- Dripex Boxing Gloves: Also around 28.99, looked pretty sturdy.
- DEFY Boxing Gloves: A bit cheaper at 22.99.
- Sanabul Essential Gel Boxing: These were 29.99, and I’ve heard good things about the gel padding.
- Venum Elite Boxing Gloves: These were pricier, about 80.00, but they look and feel premium.
In the end, I went with a pair from the mid-tier range. I figured, it’s a good balance, right? If I get really serious, maybe I’ll invest in those top-tier ones later. But for now, these should do just fine. Plus, they felt pretty good when I tried them on, and that’s what matters, I guess.
So yeah, that’s my little adventure in finding boxing gloves. It’s not just about the price, it’s about what you need and what you’re willing to spend. And hey, it’s always fun to learn something new, even if it’s just about boxing gloves!
