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MARTIAL AND THAI BOXING HELMET - how to choose a closed protective training boxing helmet with nose protection, which is better

A high-quality boxing helmet minimizes injuries in the bloodiest types of martial arts. He will not save from knockdown and knockout, but he will insure against something. Namely:

  • dissections (especially when elbows, knees and legs are used);
  • fracture and bruised nose;
  • fractures and ear injuries;
  • bruise on the head;
  • blow (lowers its strength).

Good enough reasoning to get right down to picking the right defense, right?

How to choose a boxing helmet

Decide what exactly you need it for. And then find out what kinds of helmets are there by purpose and type of activity.

Open type helmet for face protection

Minimal head protection. Your face, completely open to the enemy, is ready for adventure. Strikes and other damage can be hampered by your agility, but not by an open model. There is a big difference between sparring and competition. The opponent will not spare you.

These helmets are used in competitions and come in only two colors: blue and red.

Features:

  • thickened striking surface;
  • enhanced protection of the upper part of the head - the crown;
  • protection of the auricles.

Open-type protective helmets are lightweight or reinforced.

Where will fit:

  • for boxing competitions (lightweight);
  • for kickboxing, muay thai, combat sambo, hand-to-hand combat (reinforced).

Open models must be certified for use in tournaments or approved by the relevant sports federations.

Mexican helmet

Equally in demand for boxing sparring and amateur boxing fights. Sometimes top professional boxers do not disdain such a means of protection.

Features:

  • sparring helmet with a softened blow in the nose area;
  • protruding cheek pads;
  • improved protection against good "side" impact, prevention of fracture or bruising of the nasal septum;
  • protection of the brow ridges from incisions, and the zygomatic part of the face from bruises.

What are they suitable for:

  • for boxing sparring;
  • for fights of amateur athletes.

Bumper helmet

The secret of this type is the metal structure of the bumper with the base. The plate itself is deeply hidden under a layer of filler, and thanks to the rigid frame, the kinetic energy of the impact into the nose area is transferred to the entire helmet. Agree, it's better to just get a head shake than a broken nose :)

Features:

  • protection of the nose even from a good direct blow;
  • maximum shock absorption to the head;
  • open chin (the only thing that remains open in this helmet).

Where and by whom they are used:

  • experienced professional boxers (who regretted their multiple broken nose);
  • "White collars" (office workers), for whom a presentable appearance is important even after tough workouts;
  • exclusively for boxing sparring (due to the limited view of the lower part, you will not see the kick).

Closed helmet for boxing and mixed martial arts

In models of closed face protection, the impact surface in the jaw area is on a soft plastic base. The impact is not scattered throughout the helmet, but is absorbed by the shock-absorbing padding. Like the Mexican, it protects almost all parts of the face.

Features:

  • improved chin protection;
  • the jaw fixed in the helmet itself (it will not be shifted to the side, which will save from bruises and grinding).

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Visor Helmets

There are three types of them:

  • with a metal visor;
  • with a plastic visor (transparent, opaque);
  • helmet-mask of Kudo.

Took all types of helmets, there are two types:

  • removable,
  • non-removable.

They are based on a closed model, on which a visor is sewn. But depending on the type of martial arts, the basis is open.

Features:

  • protection from absolutely any blow to hands or feet;
  • the visor takes on the entire blow, dampens it and scatters it all over the helmet, the face remains intact;
  • an opaque visor sometimes interferes with the view.

Note: At first, beginners will find it difficult to breathe in the Kudo helmet-mask. Over time, this feeling will disappear.

Where are used:

  • in martial arts close to the maximum full contact (army hand-to-hand combat);
  • wherever all types of punches are used (arms, legs, elbows, knees), and on the hands of fighters, gloves like a shingarda 4 or 7 ounces.

These helmets were designed to avoid a truly bloody slaughter!

!!!Important!!! Check visor fasteners before any use. Do not wear it if the rope securing the guard is torn, loose, or torn. Upon impact, the visor will bend and the entire force of the impact will bend it and damage the face.

Choosing a helmet by material

Main materials used in helmets:

  • Genuine Leather,
  • artificial leather (polyurethane),
  • vinyl,
  • combined materials.

Models made of genuine leather are of the highest quality and durable, because leather will last longer. The main advantage of natural leather is that it holds the seams more reliably and the surface will not crack. Stop at it if you seriously decide to go in for sports of a level higher than amateur.

Less expensive faux leather products are a great alternative for recreational athletes. They are chosen by amateurs who spar up to 3 times a week.

Vinyl helmets are the lowest quality and cheapest. These will not withstand tight work and will begin to disperse at the seams due to poor quality. A normal choice for beginners who have come to their first training.

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Helmet lining

Interior material is an important criterion. There are two types of linings:

  • sliding (natural or artificial leather);
  • non-slip (suede, fabric or mesh lining).

Based on my experience, I strongly discourage the use of helmets with a sliding pad. In sparring or fighting, no matter how firmly the helmet is sitting, it shifts from sweat and even a weak blow. With a good side impact or clinch, it will twist completely.

Added to this is sweat dripping from the forehead, getting into the eyes and distracting from the fight, in which it is important to concentrate. At one of these moments, it is easy to miss a beat.

Conclusion: The lining should not slip, and it should have excellent absorbency !!!

Helmet filler

Almost all helmets in the budget and mid-price segment use multi-layer foam or polyurethane foam. In the more expensive ones, the foam is combined with a gel filler.

Helmet fixation

The helmet adjustment is divided into several groups:

  • occipital part,
  • chin (models with an open chin),
  • top part.

The most important part of the adjustment is the occipital. The most practical are Velcro. Especially double or triple. Helmet with Velcro is easy and quick to take off even with gloves, and with laces you will have to ask the coach or sparring partner for help.

The upper part of the helmet can also be adjusted with laces or Velcro, but you only adjust it once when you adjust the size to your head.

The chin is also worth paying attention to. It is often fastened with Velcro, although the most practical fastex fastener is introduced in the models of helmets from Ultimatum Boxing. There is a suspicion that it will last as long as possible.

Helmet care

If the lining is smooth, wipe the interior with a damp cloth or damp cloth after each workout. If the lining is in suede or fabric, just dry the helmet.

Never subject it to deformation. This often happens when you carry it in a bag incorrectly.

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