Lace Up Boxing Gloves by Windy

Lace up boxing gloves give you a very tight and secure fit, which is why fighters pick them for pad work, sparring and fight camps. On this page you see the laced gloves from Windy, how they differ from velcro, which weight suits you and how to lace them.

All laced boxing gloves in this collection are handmade in Bangkok, Thailand. Many fighters search for boxing gloves lace up style because their trainer or gym prefers them. You choose between the Classic Lace-Up in leather and the Elite Series. Both work as Muay Thai lace up gloves and as lace up sparring gloves.

Do you mainly train alone on the bag and want to put your gloves on in seconds? Then our velcro boxing gloves are the more practical choice, and that is fine. Lace up gloves reward you most when someone can help you tie them.

Why choose lace up boxing gloves over velcro?

Lace up boxing gloves close along the full length of the cuff. The laces pull the glove around your wrist and hand evenly, so there is no strap that can shift or loosen during a round. Many fighters say the glove feels like part of the hand, which makes it easier to keep a tight fist and a straight wrist.

The trade-off is convenience. You need a training partner or coach to lace you up, and taking the gloves off between rounds takes longer. That is why laces are popular for sparring sessions, fight preparation and pad rounds with a trainer, while velcro is the logical pick for quick bag sessions and group classes.

Which Windy lace up boxing gloves suit you?

We make two laced lines, and the difference sits in the construction:

• Classic Lace-Up (leather): a small filling under the fingers helps you form a solid fist, and a long filling along the side of the glove adds protection where hooks land. The lace closure gives a firm, comfortable fit. Available from 8 to 18 oz, depending on colour, for pads, sparring and fights.
• Elite Series Lace-up: our most exclusive glove, made with our newest foam and high quality leather. It shapes closely around the hand and is also available with a velcro closure.

Train two or three times a week and want your first laced pair? Start with the Classic Lace-Up. The Elite Series makes sense when you train almost daily and want the most padding in a laced glove.

What weight lace up boxing gloves do you need?

The weight in ounces tells you how much padding the glove has, not how big your hand is. Use this as a starting point:

Not sure between 14 and 16 oz? Our blog on 14 oz vs 16 oz boxing gloves explains the choice step by step. For a fight, always check the rules of your event first. In many sanctioned bouts the organiser supplies or approves the gloves, so the laced pair you buy here is often the glove you train and spar with in the weeks before.

Are lace up boxing gloves good for sparring?

Yes, as long as you pick the right weight. A laced glove stays in place when you block, clinch and throw combinations, so you spend less time adjusting straps. For sparring we advise 16 oz for most adults, because the extra padding protects your partner as much as yourself.

Lace up sparring gloves are also a good way to get used to the feel of a fight glove. If you have a fight coming up, training in laces during the last weeks means nothing feels new on fight night.

How do you lace and tie laced boxing gloves?

Lacing takes a minute once you know the routine:

1. Wrap your hands first. Good hand wraps support your wrist and knuckles inside the glove.
2. Slide your hand in and make a fist, with your thumb in place.
3. Let your partner pull the laces tight from the bottom of the cuff to the top, crossing them evenly.
4. Tie the knot on the inside of the wrist, not on top, so it cannot hit your opponent or partner.
5. Tape over the knot. Most gyms and events expect this, because loose laces can come undone mid round.

After training, loosen the laces fully and let the gloves dry open. That keeps the leather in shape and the lining fresh for longer.

What else do fighters ask about lace up gloves?

Can I put on lace up gloves by myself?

Not properly. You can slide your hands in, but pulling the laces tight and tying them on the inside of the wrist needs a second person. Train mostly alone? Then velcro gloves save you time, and you keep a laced pair for sparring days with a partner.

Do I need to tape the laces?

Taping is common practice in gyms and at events, because it stops the knot from coming loose and covers it during contact. Use a few turns of standard athletic tape around the wrist over the knot. Check with your gym or organiser, as some have their own taping rules.

Are Windy lace up gloves made of leather?

Yes. Both the Classic Lace-Up and the Elite Series lace-up are made of leather and handmade in Bangkok. Leather moulds to your hand over time and lasts longer under daily use, provided you let the gloves dry open after every session.

Which sizes are available?

The Classic Lace-Up comes in 8 to 18 oz, depending on the colour. The Elite Series lace-up comes in 8 to 16 oz. Stock changes per size and colour, so check the product page for the sizes that are available right now.

Ready to train with laces? Pick the line that matches how often you train, choose your weight with the table above, and your lace up boxing gloves will feel right from the first round.