We're a team of boxing coaches, competitive fighters, and gear enthusiasts united by one mission: helping Australian fighters train smarter and safer.
BoxingGloves.au was born in a sweaty gym in Melbourne back in 2024. Our founder, after spending years coaching amateur boxers and watching too many beginners waste money on the wrong gloves, decided it was time for Australia to have a proper resource for boxing equipment guidance.
We've all been there—standing in a sports store or scrolling endlessly online, overwhelmed by the sheer number of boxing gloves available. Should you get 12oz or 16oz? Is synthetic leather really that bad? Do you actually need to spend $300 on Winning gloves when you're just starting out? These questions haunted us as beginners, and we know they haunt you too.
What started as a simple blog documenting our gear testing has evolved into Australia's most comprehensive boxing equipment resource. We've tested over 50 different gloves across every price range, trained with professional fighters who compete at the highest levels, and consulted with sports medicine professionals to understand the science behind hand protection.
Our approach is simple: we actually use the gear we recommend. Every pair of gloves on our site has been put through rigorous testing—heavy bag sessions, pad work, sparring rounds, and long-term durability assessments. We track how the padding holds up after 100 hours of use, how the velcro performs after months of daily training, and whether that "premium leather" actually lives up to its price tag.
We're not affiliated with any single brand. Our recommendations come from genuine experience, not sponsorship deals. When we say a $60 pair of RDX gloves punches above its weight class, it's because we've personally put them through their paces. When we recommend investing in Hayabusa T3s for serious intermediate fighters, it's because we've seen the difference quality makes in training longevity and injury prevention.
Beyond gear reviews, we're passionate about sharing the knowledge that took us years to accumulate. From proper hand wrapping techniques that actually protect your wrists, to understanding which glove weight suits your body type and training style—we're here to fast-track your learning curve. Boxing is a beautiful sport, but it's also one where the wrong equipment can lead to chronic injuries that sideline you for months.
Whether you're throwing your first jab in a suburban boxing gym or preparing for your first amateur bout, we've got your back. Welcome to the BoxingGloves.au family—now let's get you properly equipped.
Our team brings together decades of combined experience in boxing, Muay Thai, and combat sports equipment testing.
Former amateur boxer with 15+ years of coaching experience. NCAS Level 2 certified boxing coach based in Melbourne.
Competitive Muay Thai fighter and gear testing lead. Has tested over 40 different glove models in the past two years.
Sports journalist and recreational boxer. Brings 10 years of sports writing experience to our educational guides.
Certified strength and conditioning coach specialising in combat sports. Contributes training and nutrition content.
We don't just unbox gloves and write reviews based on first impressions. Every product on our site goes through a rigorous multi-week testing protocol:
BoxingGloves.au is an independent publication. While we earn affiliate commissions from Amazon when you purchase through our links, this never influences our recommendations. We recommend products we genuinely believe in, whether they're budget-friendly options or premium investments.
We've turned down sponsorship offers from brands that didn't meet our quality standards, and we've recommended affordable alternatives over expensive options when the performance justified it. Your trust is more valuable to us than any commission check.