Key Features:
– Limited Fairtex x GLORY Edition
– Luxurious white cowhide leather
– Multi-layer core for knuckle protection
– Ergonomic fit and flexibility
– Handcrafted (Made in Thailand) More info
Fairtex x GLORY BGVG1 Boxing Gloves with Thumb Lock
Heavy padding shouldn't get in the way of a firm fist. The Fairtex x GLORY BGVG1 was created in a collaboration between Fairtex and the kickboxing organization GLORY. It's made for competition, boxing and kickboxing.
The key feature is the redesigned padding with a thumb lock. It makes it easier to form a fist without sacrificing protection.
The outer layer is premium genuine leather, and the padding is multi-layer foam. The glove follows the natural shape of the hand and fits snugly.
The glove closes with a hook-and-loop strap that supports the wrist. One glove carries the GLORY print, the other the Fairtex logo. Every pair is handmade in Thailand.
Technical specifications
Model
Fairtex x GLORY BGVG1
Material
Premium genuine leather
Padding
Multi-layer foam
Thumb
Thumb lock
Closure
Hook-and-loop strap
Print
GLORY on one glove, Fairtex on the other
Use
Competition, boxing, kickboxing
Sizes
8, 10, 12, 14, 16 oz
Colour
Black, white
Made in
Handmade in Thailand
Size chart
Choose your size by your body weight. Values are approximate.
Athlete's weight
Recommended size
up to 50 kg (110 lb)
8 oz
51–65 kg (112–143 lb)
10 oz
66–75 kg (146–165 lb)
12 oz
76–85 kg (168–187 lb)
14 oz
over 85 kg (187 lb)
16 oz
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What size (oz) Fairtex x GLORY BGVG1 boxing gloves should I get?
Pick your size by body weight using the chart above, for example 12 oz for 66–75 kg. The values are approximate. If you're between two sizes, message us via the contact page and we'll help you choose.
What does the thumb lock do on the BGVG1 gloves?
The thumb lock is redesigned padding around the thumb. It makes it easier to form a fist without reducing protection. It also helps prevent injuries.
Are the BGVG1 gloves suitable for competition and training?
Yes, they're made for competition, boxing and kickboxing, as well as everyday training. Just check the rules of your event's organizer before a fight.
How do the BGVG1 gloves fit on the hand?
They fit snugly and follow the natural shape of the hand. The redesigned padding makes it easy to form a fist. If you prefer a looser fit, keep that in mind when choosing your size.
Are the Fairtex x GLORY BGVG1 gloves you sell genuine?
Yes, we're an official Fairtex retailer and only sell original products. You'll find warranty and returns information in our terms and conditions.
Caring for boxing gloves, hand wraps and gel gloves
Gloves are ruined by moisture, not by punches. Sweat stays in the padding, breaks the material down from the inside and creates an odour that is very difficult to remove. Poor care shortens the lifespan considerably, while a few minutes after training extends it. Always check the instructions for the specific product as well, the manufacturer's guidance takes precedence over general recommendations.
How to dry boxing gloves after training
Right after training
Take the gloves out of your bag, don't leave them in there overnight.
Undo the velcro and open the gloves as wide as they will go.
Wipe the lining out with a dry cloth or kitchen paper.
Stand them opening down so the moisture can drain out.
At home
Dry at room temperature, ideally somewhere with moving air.
Expect full drying to take up to a whole day, depending on the material.
Training daily? Rotate two pairs, a single pair won't dry in time.
Never dry gloves on a radiator, in direct sun or with a hairdryer. Heat dries out the leather, warps the foam padding and damages glued seams.
What to do about smelly boxing gloves
The smell comes from bacteria multiplying in damp padding. There are three steps and each one solves something different.
1. Removing the moisture
Put a bamboo charcoal moisture absorber inside the gloves.
Leave it in between sessions, it draws the remaining moisture out of the padding.
Air the pouches out in the sun once a month, which regenerates them.
2. Dealing with the bacteria
Spray the lining with a sports equipment spray, ideally after every session.
Let it dry and don't close the gloves up straight after spraying.
3. Prevention
Always train in hand wraps or gel gloves, they absorb the sweat instead of the padding.
Wash wraps and gel gloves after every use, otherwise the smell goes straight back in.
Once the smell has soaked into the padding, it is practically impossible to get out. Prevention is the only thing that reliably works.
How to wash hand wraps
Wraps are your gloves' first line of defence. They catch the sweat before it reaches the padding, but only if they are clean and dry.
Washing
Wash them after every session, not after the third one.
Fasten the velcro and put them in a mesh laundry bag, otherwise they tangle.
Wash cycle up to 40 °C, delicate or sports programme.
No fabric softener, it clogs the fibres and the wraps stop absorbing sweat.
Don't use bleach, it breaks down the elastic fibres.
Drying and storage
Dry them unrolled, hung up or laid out flat.
Not in the tumble dryer, heat destroys the elasticity.
Only roll them up once they are completely dry, a damp rolled wrap will go mouldy.
Store them rolled rather than crumpled, they go on faster next time.
Keep at least three pairs in rotation. One on your hands, one in the wash, one dry in your bag.
When to replace them: the wrap has lost its stretch and no longer tensions as you wind it · frayed edges · the velcro doesn't hold · odour that stays after washing.
Gel gloves and inner gloves
Gel gloves take less abuse than textile wraps. The gel insert is sensitive to heat and to the strain of a washing machine.
Cleaning
Hand washing in lukewarm water with a little delicate detergent is the gentlest option.
In the machine, only in a mesh bag, on a cold or delicate cycle up to 30 °C.
Never bleach or fabric softener.
Don't wring or twist them, the gel separates from the backing.
Drying
Dry flat at room temperature.
Never in the dryer, on a radiator or in the sun.
Heat makes the gel soften, deform and lose its cushioning.
Gel gloves don't replace wraps for hard training and sparring. They don't stabilise the wrist the way a properly wound wrap does.
When to replace them: the gel has hardened, cracked or is peeling away · the insert slides off the knuckles · the fabric has stretched and the glove no longer stays put.
Outer material care
Genuine leather
Wipe with a damp cloth after training, this removes sweat and salt.
Treat with leather conditioner every two months.
Without care, leather dries out, hardens and cracks at the seams.
Synthetic leather and PU
A damp cloth is enough, no conditioner needed.
Don't use harsh cleaners or alcohol, they attack the surface layer.
Velcro
Clear lint and hair out of it regularly, otherwise it stops holding.
Keep it fastened in storage so it doesn't clog up.
Choosing the right glove type for your training
Most gloves aren't ruined by poor care but by the wrong use. Each type has different padding and a different purpose.
Sparring gloves – softer, bulkier padding that protects your partner. They wear out fast on the bag.
Bag gloves – firmer, more compact padding that stands up to thousands of strikes on hard surfaces.
Training gloves – the compromise for everyday training, technique, pads and light sparring.
MMA gloves – open fingers, minimal padding. Not a substitute for boxing gloves.
Competition gloves – for fights only, the least padding and the shortest lifespan.
Sparring gloves used on the heavy bag are the most common reason padding flattens prematurely.
Kids' boxing gloves
The care routine is the same, children just don't remember it on their own, so set up a routine after training.
Check the size every season, gloves that are too small pinch and restrict wrist movement.
Don't buy significantly larger ones in advance, the glove has to fit around the fist.
Put a moisture absorber in the bag, children's gear stays in there the longest.
What to avoid
Washing machine and dryer for gloves – this ruins the padding and the shape beyond repair
Radiators, direct sun, hairdryers, car heating
A closed sports bag overnight
Storage in a cellar, garage or any other damp space
Training without wraps or gel gloves
Sharing gloves between several people
When to replace boxing gloves
You feel your knuckles on impact, the padding no longer cushions
The padding has flattened and feels hard or uneven
Cracks in the material, seams coming apart
The velcro no longer holds the wrist firmly
The odour stays even after cleaning and drying
How long gloves last depends on how often and how hard you train, the type of impact and the material. Poor care shortens it considerably.
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