Which headgear?

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by HellSpawn86, Nov 30, 2010.


  1. HellSpawn86

    HellSpawn86 "My heart goes out to you!" Full Member

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    I used to spar without headgear or those that didn't cover much of the cheeks and nose opting to see and move better. Now that I'm holding an office job I can't really risk getting bruised and I really like the winning headgear that cover the nose. The only thing is that the winning headgear is a bit pricey and I'd rather spend the money after I getting some other needs taken care of first.

    In the meantime I've found these similar head-gears' for affordable prices so I wanted to see if anyone here has tried them or would recommend any of them?

    http://store.titleboxing.com/face-protector-head-gear.html
     
  2. ElGalloNegro

    ElGalloNegro Member Full Member

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    I have the Everlast Facesaver. It is very good for protection for the temples, cheeks, head, mouth area but not for the chin. Definitely recommended for sparring.
     
  3. Slacker

    Slacker Big & Slow Full Member

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    I've been looking at headgear with the bar, for the same reason. Office job. Who wants a broken nose from their favorite hobby? Not me.

    Winning is superior because it comes sized, instead of a "one size fits most", which keeps it from moving around. The OSFM options can move on your head, allowing punches in and the bar/guard to come back and damage the nose.

    From the research I've done:

    Winning FG 5000:
    Pros: Seems to be the best quality, is used by pros like Pacquaio
    Cons: Cost
    Cost: $370.00
    http://winning-usa.com/headgear.html


    FightGear:
    Pros: Comes sized
    Cons: (don't know anything about them)
    Cost: ($89)
    http://www.ringside.com/Face-Saver-Headgear/productinfo/DFSH/


    Of the OSFM headgear:

    Cleto Reyes
    Pros: Said to be good padding
    Cons: The bar is metal and headgear is heavy. They felt like Darth Vader.
    Cost: ($150 +/-)
    http://www.proboxingsupplies.com/cleto_reyes_facesaver_headgear-p-172.html?pcat_id=17


    Everlast FaceSaver:
    Pros: Reviews say padding and fit are good.
    Cons: Large. Probably made in a sweatshop in China.
    Cost: $99
    http://store.titleboxing.com/titleboxing-everlast-facesaver-headgear1.html



    Let me know if you get a chance to try them out, I'd be curious to hear a review from someone who has actually used it.

    I'm leaning towards saving for the Winning headgear. I only have one brain and one handsome face, and they are priceless.

    :lol:
     
  4. Dish

    Dish Member Full Member

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    ok, how about a maximum head protection headgear, for those of us who have been concussed and want to preserve our brains?
     
  5. HellSpawn86

    HellSpawn86 "My heart goes out to you!" Full Member

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    Unfortunately no boxing headgear will save you from concussion. They are only good from saving you from cuts and bruises.

    You can try sock-em bop-em inflatables :D (just kidding)
     
  6. thequester

    thequester New Member Full Member

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    I got a fairtex hg4 for sale. sparred in it about 5 times. looks brand new. $75obo plus shipping
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  7. cheech

    cheech Well-Known Member Full Member

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    get the ones with the velcro strap. I hate people trying to find the hole.
     
  8. KillSomething

    KillSomething Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    that's what she said.

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