What are the best boxing shoes money can buy?
For those who want to up their game in boxing and start seeing better results, there are some things that you will need to invest in.
Everyone who gets into boxing will spend most of their boxing gear budget and time considering the gloves they are going to use when they get into the ring, but this isn’t the only kind of gear you need.
Shoes for boxing are an essential piece of boxing gear and something you need to take seriously, so BBN asked a host of professional boxers what their 'sole' choices are:
Anthony Fowler, WBA International super-welterweight champion: "Nike Hyperko, I prefer."
Shakan Pitters, Ultimate Boxxer and English light-heavyweight champion: "Nike Hyper KO boxing boots, great for comfort and low sole more comfortable on the ring canvas."
Ace Adam, unbeaten super-middleweight: "The best one's I've found are my Michael Jordan's for comfort and my Adidas because they're comfortable with good grip."
Kieran Gething, Welsh Area super-lightweight champion: "The best boots for me have been Nike. I’m disappointed in that as I’ve always ran as Adidas being the best brand but just how firm the base is but still really comfortable and flexible. Nike are the top dogs."
Chris Evangelou, International Masters welterweight champion: "For me, Adidas were always the most comfortable to train and fight in. Always good value and look nice. Or if you prefer low cut ankle boots then Adidas Mat Wizard 3 also look good."
Johnny Garton, former British welterweight champion: "I like Mizuno boots, they're a bit expensive so I only wear them on fight night. For training, I wear Nikes, very comfortable and last a while."
Monty Ogilvie, Celtic Area featherweight title contender: "I had a old pair of everlast wore all my amateur days where amazing. Don't know of they make them kind now. I wear nike now."
Bradley Rea, Unbeaten middleweight: "I’ve tried them all, but always end up coming back to Nikes eventually."
Ekow Essuman, English welterweight champion: "Everyone has to have started off with the Adidas Box Hogs, right? I've worn loads of boots but theres two main ones that have stuck out to me – the Nike Hyper KO's and the Reebok new boots. Everyone soon realises boots can look nice but not suit your style, but for me the best around boots are Reeboks – with their flat soles."
Jonathan Walsh, Unbeaten super-lightweight: "Nike boots, 100% the hyper KO are properly my best!"
Jazza Dickens, IBF & WBO European featherweight champion: "I’ve had many decent boots – the Asics wrestling boots, Nike hyper KO, and Adidas ChampSpeed were all good, but how your going to move can be altered by your boots."
Raza Hama, Unbeaten featherweight: "The best boxing boots money can buy are made by Mizuno. Although they’re expensive, their boots are great quality. They’re comfortable, light and easy to move around in. You can’t wear them daily to train as the grip runs out fast. But they’re definitely worth paying the price for."
What’s So Important About Boxing Shoes?
In boxing, having protection for your body is vital and wearing the wrong shoes may cause you more issues than you’d considered.
It is important that in boxing, all of your boxing gear is tailored to the match and will offer your protection without weighing you down.
Boxing shoes are incredibly important as they can influence your balance, control, and focus when in the ring. Wearing shoes for boxing that are too tight, too loose or are simply uncomfortable can cause a lot of issues.
Shoes for boxing are going to provide you with a good grip so you can stay balanced during a match and focused on your fist work, ensuring that you get your punches in at the right time.
Where Can I Find Boxing Shoes?
There are actually a lot of options when it comes to shoes for boxing which could be why many boxers are stuck wearing a pair that is no longer good for them.
As there are a lot of options, it can take a long time to find the right pair of boxing shoes and this is something people do not want to give up when training.
Luckily, the ShoeAdvisers boxing shoe list has all of your needs covered.
This is a detailed review of various kinds of shoes for boxing, allowing you to find the right pair for your needs without taking too much time away from your training. Time must be spent on trying on boxing shoes to see whether they fit and the design is right for you, but luckily this review has done all of the hard work for you. There are a lot of outlets online that sell shoes for boxing and you can get some good deals if you act fast.
What Other Boxing Gear Do I Need?
As well as finding the best pair of shoes for boxing, there are some other essential pieces of gear that you cannot go into the ring without.
This includes finding gloves that fit you well and offer the protection you need, as well as pads and other training tools.
There is no denying that shopping for boxing shoes can be one of the most difficult parts of getting prepared for this sport, as there are a lot of options out there. However, by creating solid guidelines and a list of requirements for your shoes for boxing, you will be able to easily narrow down your options to find the best ones. It is important that all the boxing gear you own fits you well and offers protection, or else
there is no point in using it. You want to make sure that you feel comfortable and stable before going into the ring, so you can focus on landing your punches and blocking any incoming hits. As long as you prepare yourself with the right gear, you will be able to breeze through training and start seeing some real progress within your boxing career.
Do I Need Boxing Shoes?
If you are currently training for a fight or tournament, then you should invest in some quality shoes for boxing. If boxing is merely a hobby and something that you do in a fitness class, then boxing shoes
may not be at the top of your shopping list just yet. However, if you are planning on taking boxing more seriously then you will need to have the right gear for it.
Boxing shoes should protect your feet, while also having a good grip to keep you balanced in the ring.
You will only see boxing progress when you’re prepared.
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