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Competition Gloves are gloves used for sanctioned amateur and professional bouts. Most professional MMA bouts in 4 ounce gloves, and while some Amateur bouts require 6oz (most are okay with 4oz). These focus on protection of the fighter's hands and uniform padding that does not break down and maintains it's shape throughout a bout. They are typically manufactured from top grade leather and the highest quality foam padding for shock-absorption and durability.
Bag Gloves are used when training on a Heavy Bag, Punch Mitts, Double End Bags, and even when shadowboxing. They are generally constructed for continual day to day use, as opposed to fight gloves, so are more durable for use in the gym. A good bag glove provides a high degree of protection for a fighter's hands from the constant pounding they take while training and can range in weight from 4 ounce to 8 ounce in MMA. These usually come in sizes from Junior to XL.
Training Gloves are generally used for sparring. They are made with a multi-layer padded foam system like a competition glove, yet offer more weight and softer padding for safety. Sparring day after day, round after round in the gym can take its toll on a fighter if he doesn't use proper sparring gloves. Most sparring gloves are between 6 to 8 ounces.
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