The Best Gloves, Shin Guards, Cup and Mouthpiece for MMA, Kickboxing and Muay Thai Sparring

[@hard2hurt]

Check the video description for links to all the gear recommended in this video!

[@dandude5407]

Just bought a tac flashlight and I'm only 14 its destiny I become a bald man in the future

[@hard2hurt]

@@dandude5407 never stop dreaming!

[@dandude5407]

@@hard2hurt 🔦

[@jordanpacheco2091]

Is the bag big enough to fit a gi with all of that stuff for bjj after striking class?

[@chrishayes8197]

@@hard2hurt 11:33 it's that humility that earned my "All Notifications" click

[@sunegeri]

As someone who works for a contact lens manufacturer, I can confirm - putting your contact lens back on your eye after it’s been on the mat at your gym is a great recipe for eye infection. Don’t do it.

[@ashtar3876]

I assumed contacts would be great for ma's since i have glasses atm, good to know they aren't.

[@seanogfn1407]

joe rogan once talked on his podcast about a teenager training bjj who did that and his eye infection got so bad, he died from it

[@iamhereblossom1588]

I've done this before but of course I rinsed it and cleaned it with disinfecting solution.

[@te1va579]

Fun fact charles olivera has horrible vision and has even sayd he sees 3 people at the same time and he just punches the middle one but still the dude is a champion so just take those contacts out

[@aarondaank]

Guilty of this…. I was okay. But I don’t recommend it lol.

[@blogs-eh7gu]

This is fast becoming my favorite MA related channel on YT, I think Mike has an incredible way of reasoning things on MMA and the result is just wonderful! Keep it up man!

[@letsgojake.4078]

He has good takes and his comedy stuff is good too. I loved the Danaher bit.

[@philliphamilton2935]

@@letsgojake.4078 his Ramsey Dewey skit is fucking hilarious and he does a phenomenal job of imitating him

[@theGreektheNick]

A wrestler (somewhere in America I can’t remember where) actually died because his contact fell on the mat and he put it back in his eye which gave staff to his eye which moved to his brain and killed him. Do not put contacts that fell on the mat back in your eye

[@thebrucenasty]

that is wild. my dumbass did the same thing but I only got pink eye

[@carlosandres1835]

@@thebrucenasty gorgius

[@iamhereblossom1588]

was this without rinsing and washing in solution?

[@samarvir126]

I ain’t gonna get contacts ever

[@jaye2491]

"Clip your nails" really cannot be said enough. So so so important.

[@lilianathebean4500]

I really appreciate how straight forward you are, a lot of channels will beat around the bush when recommending anything and it's frustrating as hell. Love all your videos, keep up the great work

[@petro77vitch]

Loving the sense of humor (besides all the usefull information) you put in your vids. Can’t watch one without laughing. Keep em coming!

[@jayportland]

I bought the Diamond MMA Athletic Cup Groin Protector that Icy Mike recommended in this video. It’s brilliant!!! He is totally right about the cup. It just fits properly and is way more comfortable than the old shock doctor I used to have. I also purchased extra jockstraps so I can cycle them through the wash as I train 5 days a week. The extra jock straps came with the same micro fiber pouch that the whole kit came with.

[@TheKickboxerr]

How expensive were they for you? Here in the Netherlands if I want to order them they're €100+ for a cup+jockstrap

[@keeppoliticsweird1138]

"non of what we do is realistic" ... dropping a pearl here! worth the watch!

[@Ninjacob00]

Ngl I can listen to Mike ramble on about just about anything and not get tired of it

[@hard2hurt]

Me too!

[@hatecvlt7119]

This is my favorite channel honeslty. I love how blunt and real you come across. Thank you for being awesome

[@TheGreatHotDogConsumer]

got the venum shin guards as a result of your recommendation and man they are a massive upgrade to the crappy RDX neoprene ones i had before

[@soulja304]

Lmfaoooo thank you so much!! Just moved across the country to Vegas to start out my mma training to start a career hopefully! I’ve been super nervous considering this is the going to be the first gym I’m walking into but learning these small things have been very helpful

[@althill7407]

You're the bomb. You're one of the few people I come back to YT over Rumble for.

[@thesadanimations]

Im back again lol, hopefully to see the whole video this time.

[@hard2hurt]

When you're done go post a video!

[@hard2hurt]

I want to see your animation.

[@benjiboi6669]

I wish this channel was bigger cause this channels awesome

[@Ventus_the_Heathen]

I was wondering where this went! I needed those links hahaha

[@hard2hurt]

Tech-diff

[@jayportland]

I purchased the Revgear Travel Locker XL for my bride rather than the smaller Urban. What a great bag. She absolutely loves it!

[@migueltorres1949]

0:38 Icy Mike be dodging like Canelo Alvarez 🔥

[@hard2hurt]

Basically the same thing

[@CoachKussenVuist]

Mike, i used to hate lace ups too, however i now used elastic laces on them and its awesome! give it a try

[@quinnk8572]

Oh my gosh I couldn't agree with the Diamond MMA Cup more. AS a taller dude I get kneed in the groin a lot and you just can''t feel a thing with the diamond. Its definitely on the pricey side for a cup but if you're gonna spend more for any piece of gear a cup is proboblsy the best place to spend.

[@JimmyButler41]

Man that revgear sponsorships shining like a beacon

[@fleuryelite2170]

Your not lying about the most important gear, sparring yesterday got kicked in the nuts 2 times, first one i was able to walk it off, but minute later with harder kick to the nuts, dropped me and had me crying 😂 i can take a hit to the face no problem but a shot to the nuts hurt and made me realize i need a cup

[@shawntraverse3762]

100% agree Dimond MMA cup is a must and the best!

[@daveyboytellem]

The mints bro. Need a bowl of them at every gym

[@usarrr]

How bad is your eyesight? I was a track and field athlete; running (including passing a relay) and high jump was okay up to 4.50-5.00 degrees of myopia, but I could hardly find my step for a long jump or triple jump when I was a 3.00. Now I'm at 7.50 and I don't think it ever gets in my way during sparring or bag work, but it does render shadowboxing in front of a mirror useless. I also think you can learn something by watching others hitting the pads during your breaks, which I can't always do.

[@Secondhandtermite]

Thanks mike, i’ve got a charity fight coming up and needed a cup

[@matteobasl3769]

Ringside Apex flash gloves are my favorite pair of beginner sparring gloves

[@hi10ka82]

Can we please get the tyson fury vs Francis video. I have bit exited since the little tease kn the end of the mike tyson one. Pleasee

[@olemanshavadoo7893]

no joke about the diamond cup. my last fight my opponent kneed me in the nuts like 8 times. Ref never acknowledged it but i also never got hurt from it. my junk was safe.

[@irishninja9857]

Hey have you ever done a video on attacking someones guard? (Stand up not BJJ) I would be interested in seeing any tricks or tips you've picked up along the way, like combos you prefer to use to clear the hands and create an opening. Love the channel I wish I lived closer so I could train with y'all.

[@hard2hurt]

Umm... welcome to the channel, new guy! (I am terrible at BJJ. I hate it. I have very little to offer. I've shared maybe... 3 things about it ever and it's the only 3 things I know.)

[@irishninja9857]

@@hard2hurt Sorry, you misunderstood me. When I said guard I was referring to the hands and arms of a standing opponent not grappling. I don't know what else to call that besides a guard? In other words things like strikes to the arms and hands to create openings. Just for some context, I don't really want to give you my life story or anything, but Ive been doing martial arts for 22 years, in multiple disciplines, but I still try to take every opportunity I get to pick the brain of another martial artist. I want to absorb as much as I can from whomever I can every chance I get.

[@jackmeredith6705]

I use an appro mouth guard that fits to your teeth, and i love it

[@LaymensLameMan]

Love the product description for the nail clippers 😂

[@alexandre7634]

I prefer using laced gloves when sparring for avoiding cuts

[@tjones2221]

😂🤣😂 good video you got me with the clip your toenails.

[@loverofhumanity]

lmaooooooo 😂😂"you def don't need to post pictures of you in your bedroom wearing them". As a beginner, tips like that are super helpful.

[@rickymitchum3208]

Good video bro good content if I ever decide to go back in the market for any of these things I'll know where to come look

[@wingoreviewsboxingandmma3667]

I like Winning and Fly boxing gloves and I wear Twins SGL-10S and Top King Pros in my shins.

[@honestjohn6418]

Revgear kicking shield is the best damn kicking shield on God’s green earth. Rival 16oz sparring gloves are my favorite and Fairtex 10oz angular sparring gloves are my favorite for mitt work and Top King shin guards. That’s my recommendation round up

[@jvillazl2.055]

I have fairtex shin guards and they’ve been really good to me.

[@kampar82]

No flashlight?

[@hard2hurt]

Usually whichever one was in my pocket when I went to training.

[@Dan-lq6dg]

I like my REVGEAR gloves, but it is sometimes too snug of a fit

[@hard2hurt]

Tell your hands to stay out of the Oreos at 2 am.

[@redwood_bigfoot]

@@hard2hurt rekt

[@spendo3061]

Trevor Whitman's ONX gloves are the best in the game

[@joelfigueroa1309]

Out of all the gloves I've seen as a coach the Onyx gloves have impressed me the most. Well made and comfortable. I've never sparred with them. All my sparring is with my hayabusa gloves which i love as well.

[@MrAkafful]

Hey Mike, thanks for the advice on sparring gear. I haven't used lace-up gloves myself so I felt like I was in the choir, but I appreciate it anyway. My question is have you ever thought about getting Winning or Cleto Reyes gloves?

[@TonberryShuffle]

I forget the name but I have the sanabul gloves that are basically a wrap with the built in knuckle guard and they're been fantastic for light work, extra protection, etc. And takes a fraction of the amount of time to put on for wraps. Not quite as much support around the wrist as wraps but it depends on what you're doing.

[@tyleredwards9382]

Everything is so personal but personally gloves which I spar in a lot fighting freedom training gloves which are genuine leather and can be bought in 18 Oz (99.99) so you don't kill anyone. I wear elite venom shin pads because they don't have the pull loop, they have overlaying thick straps that fit my huge calves and don't slip. They have decent padding but still allow you to feel checks and hard kicks so you don't get bad habits (99.99). I have bicycle brand cup that slip into the chonies with the front cup pocket cuz I hate jock straps. My head gear is ringside which I don't think is my favorite but I don't use it often unless I'm in an amateur fight that requires it. Lastly I use pro boxing hand wraps which are just cheap and fine. My MMA gloves I use for sparring are the open hand 7 0z sanabull gloves f cuz they have some padding over the knuckles but you can still sneak em into chokes and grab legs and arms (29.99)

[@BattlePope]

I've had Diamond MMA for 8 years. It holds up.

[@Audac1ous]

My favorite Stuff mostly comes from Fairtex Fairtex BGV1 Great for bag work and drills and light sparring Fairtex BGV14 Great for sparring and hard sparing MMA gloves i do go with the UFC official gloves they feel the best for me i tried legit like 20 different gloves these feel the best Shin guards Fairtex Competition Muay Thai Shin Guards, SP5 never had issue with them coming undone been using same pair for 2 years now mouth guards i went to guardlabs cost me 120 bucks and they do everything there and u get it back in a week to 2 weeks 3d scan perfect fit and if it damages and wears down with in a year they replace it for free Also get a rashguard even when u go crazy and sweat alot it wont feel that wet to ur partner or you

[@hard2hurt]

In my first gear bag video I think I was recommending Fairtex BGV1s.

[@Audac1ous]

@@hard2hurt Honestly they are really great gloves only bad thing about them is if u do hard sparring enough times with them the knuckle padding tends to push up. So i love them for bag work and drills mainly

[@mattstew6078]

I use ringside 14oz gloves and i like them for the same reason those revgear ones

[@davexander472]

What kind of head gear do you recommend?

[@ninobrown9600]

LOL, Savage on the Title gloves. Osu on the review.

[@_JOMOMA]

ONX has entered the chat… Nah, but seriously after years of using different gloves they are by far the best for sparring, bag work, and pad work. They can be fitted and have an extreme amount of protection with very little leverage points because of that. I honestly wish I had two pairs for sparring and bag work so that I didn’t stink up one pair lmao.

[@saugatphuyal850]

Could you make a video on how to train self defence at home.

[@jdiaz8819]

Mike wiklejohn, famous coach injured his eye badly from getting a toenail in the eye while holding pads, cornea injury and 22 stitches, clip those toenails for sure. and a sweaty partner is the worst teeping to their body and then when your foot lands it slides on the mat, or clinching with just wraps behind the head and on the arm when their all sweaty, almost gag sometimes, I recommend a shower with deodorant Also before training just the polite thing to do

[@brandonballou4387]

I don't think Title boxing gloves are the best out there however I've used mostly Title boxing gloves for years and have never had any issues. Just out of curiosity why do you think they are s***. Hoping you can tell me something I haven't realized

[@hard2hurt]

If you like them that's all that matters. I just have hated every pair I've ever worn or handled.

[@brandonballou4387]

Fair enough. They do have this unrefined build to them even their more pricey pairs are still garbage for heavy bag work. For that I use Reyes. But I fell in love with their 12 oz gel wrap sparring gloves when it's time to get partner work in. Very. Appreciate the quality material you put out brother. Best wishes to you and your fam

[@warhorsemma]

I have a pair of hypnotik boxing gloves which I love been using for years for sparring now and I use Venum shin guards they have great shin guards

[@warhorsemma]

Lmao I said that before I even got to the part where you said you wear venum shingaurds

[@MetoTMGchill1004]

Icy Mike Sound box at 5:55

[@hootiehootheblowphish4109]

Would it be acceptable to ask to try out someone else's cup and mouth guard before spending money on those items?

[@conorcarroll9055]

No

[@hootiehootheblowphish4109]

@@conorcarroll9055 thanks for your input. I'd like to hear some other opinions before making my final decision. The same way I'd like to try out a few different cups and mouth guards before my final purchase.

[@jasondefiantoneschmidt1814]

Lace and loops for laced gloves! My wrist just feels more secure in laced gloves

[@luffytaro2387]

See for gloves i went for design with the fairtex gloves 10 and 16oz but venom shin guards are easily the best literally for the reasons said

[@anthonywinds8466]

Rdx has pretty dope gear

[@FluffPuffkotj]

Thank you for telling people to change out shirts between classes.

[@ThePsychoMMA]

Idk if you tried out the ONX stuff by trevor wittman, its the best gear you could possibly wear in my opinion but sadly expensive as fuxk

[@hard2hurt]

I haven't, but I just checked them out and you're right they are pricey. I imagine that they are a lot better than most stuff but I wonder by how much.

[@ThePsychoMMA]

@@hard2hurt Well there is a few reasons for the high price: 1. The Gloves are using Technology Foam that is designed to absorb dynamic pressure, unlike most other brands 2. The Products feature an internal strapping system that puts your fist in a way more natural positiom than others do 3. You can mold them to the shape of your hand by heating the glove with a hairdryer 4. The Glove supports your hand to a level that doesnt require you to wear handwraps 5. The Brand doesnt have a large production company behind it so they can't mass produce. 6. They just use really high quality materials and everything is "basically" custom made. I think that kind of justifies the price to a certain point. Sorry for my bad english if there was any.

[@justanaverageguyworkingasa5652]

@@hard2hurt I would really like a review of the ONX gear by you

[@enmanueltejeda2755]

I can’t decide between 7 and 4oz gloves cause I wanna hit the bag and pads and at the same time I wanna grapple, don’t wanna buy both cause I’m poor

[@dandude5407]

Go 7 just seems you'll get more use out of it if you want to hit the bag and pads and then you'll only need 4 for the grappling

[@hard2hurt]

You need a proper pair of boxing gloves for bag and pad work. It is worth it. Skip Starbucks or eat PB&J for two weeks and you will have the money.

[@enmanueltejeda2755]

@@hard2hurt Definitely ain’t got money for starbucks either my man but thanks for the advice, I’ll see my way around

[@enmanueltejeda2755]

@@dandude5407 thanks my man!

[@wingoreviewsboxingandmma3667]

Those are great intro level gloves. I had those Venum shin guards but I like the Twins Sgl10s and Top Kings better

[@FIyingPengwin]

Which version of the impact mouth guard did you get? They have several options and I never know what the differences are.

[@benthebuilderr]

@hard2hurt any chance you would review the Budo Brothers boxing gloves, focus mitts and hand wraps?

[@abortedlord]

I bought a bunch of Revgear shit just because I'm not fuckin' blind and I see their shit on your videos. I don't feel like you're the kind of guy that is going to fuck yourself or your school up to have a brand. And I have to say everything I've got I've been happy with. Though I did nerd out and get some fancy ass Win1s in maroon from Topboxer. And I'm not gonna lie man, they're fuckin' nice.

[@konstellashon1364]

How about soccer shin guards as a self defense 'armor" to make kicks harder? Sparring gear shin guards are meant to go easy on the opponent as well, aren't they?

[@lagirl5413]

Do you have a recommendation for small women for shin guards? Venum don't come any smaller than medium, which is WAY to big for me. I need small (30CM or 12in).

[@hard2hurt]

Revgear has a pair called the "professional leather shin guard" that my son wears. He's got skinny little legs. You could also go with the venum ones in a big youth size maybe.

[@Nepthu]

Damn, not long ago, I ate this channel for breakfast and sparred every week. Since Covid, no one wants to train and my interest has waned. Missing the old days when I enjoyed punching my friends in the face!

[@janhering5367]

Does anyone have some recommendations for a mouth guard? Cause 86 dollars for one seems like too much for me to spend on a mouthguard

[@TheGreatHotDogConsumer]

spend a little more than you’re comfortable spending. it can be ok to cheap out on some pieces of gear but a mouthguard should never be one of them.

[@jackarmstrong6831]

Does the diamond mma cup come with that compression that hold it in place??

[@nickarnold1622]

I used to wear knuckle guards but it just takes longer and under 16 oz gloves it doesnt make a big enough difference. Diamond mma cup was my best purchase though.

[@hard2hurt]

Maybe for you. I flattened one of my knuckles out... in 16 oz gloves.

[@nickarnold1622]

@@hard2hurt maybe I'm just punching like a pussy then 😂

[@jacobandrews4867]

Have you tried the Hayabusa shin guards?

[@homelessman3483]

What's wrong with those title gloves? I like the leather title pro style gloves. 40$ for leather gloves is hard to beat.

[@daviddiaz2940]

What does he think about hayabusa gloves?

[@bladeofgrass96]

I like my shock doctor cup ... is that wierd ?

[@rokuremote2397]

Dude turned into a revgear spokesman

[@sacredboxing]

💯💯

[@rylewmma553]

How does Icy feel about wearing 4oz. MMA gloves for some bag work?

[@rickymitchum3208]

Probably feels like he's too smart to do that

[@hard2hurt]

Umm... maybe every once in awhile? If you're an MMA fighter, occasionally. I don't really know what the purpose is for anyone else. Either develop power in bag gloves or develop range and technique bare knuckle... not sure what the 4 ozs in training are for.

[@existingiscool1442]

13:10 Ha, we got you in 1080p.

[@Sator69]

Recos on headgear (boxing)?

[@sunnyshine4513]

Icymike - In a cage match up between Sensei Seth Vs Armchair Violence who will win?? and why?? can you do a prediction video?

[@hard2hurt]

Armchair Violence dives for a heel hook with literally zero setup. Seth prances away. Armchair Violence gets to his feet, sticks his hands straight out like Frankenstein's monster and plods forward. Sensei Seth throws a kick that rocks Armchair Violence, but doesn't jump on him for the finish. This sequence will repeat until somebody falls down accidentally and the other one falls on top of them by accident as well. Everyone loses. Can I do commentary?

[@sunnyshine4513]

@@hard2hurt Sure do commentary 🤔 you should make an MMA Ghost Pepper Tournament where you drink milk & ice cream and win mystery prizes (picked by sponsors) this be good for endurance training under stress on full stomach meals. It's Self-Defense After You Just Ate Food Scenario.

[@KungFuCooter]

Leave it to Icy Mike to make packing your bag 🎒 for class become fun and entertaining. Are yaw practicing Saturday? I'm off and might right down for the afternoon.

[@hard2hurt]

Not this Saturday.

[@shirtlessviking9225]

why are venum shin guards the best?

[@nunninkav]

I have used a few brands, I like the Sanabul gloves, unlike Mike I wear large gloves and double wide shoes. I have never used Rev Gear, if Mike likes the way they fit his elf hands, I probably will not.

[@twozero9]

@ 13:10 "if we are both hot and sweaty and rubbing up against each other, thats fun" :)

[@hypnoticskull6342]

Hey Mike, I actually have an idea for a video. Fighting with a fist on your hip like in traditional Karate styles. You cannot say it can't work in a fight because in a shit ton of MMA fights, there's a guy who always has his hands down and ends up winning

[@derekvandenburg6689]

I am instantly signing up for the next icy Mike seminar and purposely going to wear the same shirt. All weekend. And I am not going to clip my toenails

[@hard2hurt]

It will be fun.

[@RenzDavis]

This video is primarily brought to you by RevGear

[@someoneyoumightknow2805]

Bro me and my friend got jumped by 4 people and the pepper spray gun you made a vid about saved our life bc he sprayed 2 of so it was a 2v2 and my friend was stomping out his guy but mine was lowly beating my ass bc I have a fractured knuckle so I went for a double let takedown but he sprawled and was kneeing me and punching me in the side but he did like no damage

[@lowbudgetmma3087]

I got stubby fingers and fat hands, so the curved (non) mma gloves you showcased are my favorite. When I wear the standard mma gloves it looks like vienna sausages creeping out of a gardening glove.

[@glockster68]

forget a small boo boo or med kit, once use ice pack, Advil etc

[@narcodium]

Hey Mike are you ever gonna show off the effectiveness of nut shots and how they effectively force guys to drop hands and lean face forward?

[@blockmasterscott]

6:11 I like those gloves! I currently use some generic brand MMA gloves for sparring in Choy Li Fut because we have a lot of grabs and trapping, but they have padding under the fingers which is restrictive. But I like the ones in your video!

[@chasehousley1991]

Hey Mike! What are your thoughts on Hayabusa's gear? I know the Marvel thing is just marketing, but I have some 16oz. boxing gloves from them and I love their stuff. Great video as always, definitely going to check out getting an Impact mouth guard.

[@hard2hurt]

I used to wear the Hayabusa Ikusas and I liked them a lot but they took a long time to break in and just as they were breaking in the velcro wore out, but Nate and Seth both wear the newer Hayabusas and both report that they are awesome.

[@mauntaxthelegend3188]

the best gear is anadrol

[@jacksommer5481]

3:54 somebody clip that