By: Endzone Boxing

Few voices carry as much weight in reviews of boxing gear as Fit2Box; he is notorious for his thorough, brutal honesty when it comes to boxing gloves. Recently, Fit2Box reviewed the newest innovation from Hit N Move, Süvari horse hair gloves, and his findings were nothing short of shocking. The Süvari gloves received the highest score ever on the Fit2Box channel and also beat the previous champion by a very thin margin: 0.1 points. What really makes that impressive is the former high-ranked gloves were no other than the All Day Balance lace-up gloves from Hit N Move themselves. This latest success cements Hit N Move’s position as an exceptional player in the boxing gear world, with a total of 6 out of the top 8 rankings from Fit2Box.

New Boxing Gear Champion

The Süvari horse hair gloves mark a bold move for Hit N Move, combining traditional materials with modern design for a truly unique training experience. Horsehair gloves always played their part in the history of boxing with their classic feel and puncher-friendly design. However, they are more often criticized for allowing the padding to move during use, thereby reducing the protection the glove is intended to offer. Fit2Box provided this point in his review mentioning that horse hair-type gloves can be manipulated by fighters to expose more knuckle and be able to deliver stronger punches.

On the other hand, Hit N Move’s Süvari gloves have faced this problem head-on. According to the review by Fit2Box, the design of the glove is such that the horsehair does not shift around, simply because there is a thick layer of padding behind the horsehair portion. This effect gives reason to believe that the padding has stayed put and offers protection without losing that valuable tactile feedback horse hair is known for. The enthusiast Fit2Box gushed at this, saying this is the game-changer for him. 

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Fit2Box’s Highest Score Ever

Fit2Box’s review of the Süvari gloves was all praise, as these gloves have never received such a high overall score of 97.1. It barely outdid the previous champion, Hit N Move’s All Day Balance gloves, which sat atop with a score of 97.0.

The Süvari gloves’ scores:

Style: 95 points; their minimalist design was sleek and ‘elegant’ when compared to other brands. 

Comfort: 98 points; the reviewer considered them “super comfortable” and went to great, glowing detail about the soft-grip bar with knuckle padding in all the right places. 

Durability: 97 points; these gloves were incredibly well-made, coming out of 100 full-force rounds with just some minor scuffs.

Sparring: 96 points, since their hard-hitting and puncher-friendly design, though Fit2Box cautioned that they might be way too hard for amateur sparring but perfect with pros. 

Bag Work: An incredible 99 points showed just how well the gloves did on the heavy bag, whereby Fit2Box commented that they seemed to feel more powerful when hitting the bag with Süvari gloves.

Value for Money: 98 points – they said the price of $249 was an absolute bargain for what quality one got, which equated to about £190.

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Tradition Meets Innovation

One of the features that really sets the Süvari gloves apart is how it manages to marry the tradition of horse hair gloves and the modern durability and performance it provides. Fit2Box explained that traditionally, horse hair padding allowed for more direct knuckle contact, but Hit N Move has improved the design to prevent padding from thinning out during use. This innovation makes it a “puncher’s glove” in terms of power delivery while still maintaining safety for both the wearer and their training partner.

Such a traditional material, the Süvari gloves are quite versatile, coming in weights from 10 oz to 16 oz and have both lace-up and Velcro versions. Fit2Box reviewed the lace-up version and showed great appreciation for the overall design, pointing out how sleek the glove allows for precision in sparring, slipping through an opponent’s defense with ease. He said it fitted and felt like the glove from rival brands, comparing the fit to a “Mexican-type flat punch surface” that’s just what a fella needs during hard-hitting sessions.

Hit N Move Dominates the Rankings

The Süvari horse hair gloves just seal the deal to make Hit N Move one of the biggest powerhouses in the industry for boxing gear. They have now jumped to a high spot on Fit2Box’s list and occupied 6 of the top 8 overall. That says a mouthful about the quality and consistency associated with this brand.

What really sets Hit N Move apart, according to Fit2Box, is that its founder, Ozhan Akcakaya, is an active boxer who is involved in the product development process. What that means is Hit N Move can truly test its gear and make changes to work out any kinks. Fit2Box brought into focus that most boxing brands just have manufacturers make the gear for them, while what separates Hit N Move is its founder’s commitment to actually making gear that lives up to the standards of true fighters.

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Conclusion: A Glove for the Real Boxer

The review of Süvari horse hair gloves by Fit2Box has caused an uproar in the boxing community, with a full claim to the highest score ever given on the channel. Hit N Move stitches together the retro feel of horse hair with modern innovations to develop a glove that not only meets the requirements but actually exceeds those of boxers in the modern world. Whether for sparring or bag work, the Süvari gloves blend with such perfection for fighters who love history as much as the future of the sport.

Hit N Move shows with six of the top eight gloves in Fit2Box rankings that they understand what a fighter needs at every level. With Süvari gloves now reigning as pound-for-pound champion at Fit2Box, one thing is for sure: Hit N Move is setting a new standard of excellence for boxing gear.

Published by: Khy Talara

By: Endzone Boxing

The brightest stars in professional boxing usually shine on the largest stages, garnering titles and accolades along the way, as well as paychecks to match. Yet for every household name, such as Canelo Alvarez or Tyson Fury, there are literally thousands of high-skilled fighters who receive little to no recognition. These boxers are usually underestimated talents, with dedication and capabilities no less than those of any other, yet due to myriad reasons, they just do not make it to the centre stage. There are so many hidden jewels among the boxing fraternity fighters who have what it takes to compete at the high level, yet aren’t known beyond their backyard. Here’s why some of the many talented fighters are overlooked and what can be done to give them the recognition they deserve.

1. Poor Promotional Support

Perhaps the single main reason there’s a whole bunch of missed talent within the sport of professional boxing pertains to lack of substantial promotional support. In the pro fight game, having the right promoter can make or break you. It’s their job to secure fights, build a fighter’s profile, and create the momentum that will carry them to championship-level fights. Boxers that don’t have major promotional backing simply don’t get the chance to appear on big cards or fight high-profile opponents. As such, many talented fighters in obscurity, though capable of competing against the great names in their division.

Boxers, without the belief of a promoter, will eventually have to go it alone in a very competitive and political sport. The fights they enter often lack the biggest or, in fact, any publicity whatsoever, fighting in minor venues that are quite far from the eyes of the fans and the broadcasters. Talents shining in the ring, never quite build up the momentum necessary for their upward movement.

2. The Business of Boxing

Boxing is as much a business as it is a sport, and that often works against fighters who don’t fit into the business model. Promoters, networks, and broadcasters are more likely to invest in fighters who are marketable-those with a fan-friendly style, an appealing backstory, or a strong social media following. Talent alone isn’t always enough to secure big fights. Fighters that seem less marketable-many through fighting style or lack thereof a public persona-are passed on for more charismatic or flashy opponents.

In some cases, extremely talented boxers of defensive, technical styles are passed over in favor of more aggressive, knockout-oriented fighters. Because while the former might have the skills to neutralize any opponent, they often come off as “boring” to the promoters trying to sell tickets and pay-per-view buys. And with business coming first in many matchmaking decisions, the technically sound fighters often find themselves not receiving the big-name fights they deserve.

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3. Regional Bias

Another principal problem with the issue of missed talent is regional bias. Boxers originating from a region with more robust boxing traditions-the United States, Mexico, or the United Kingdom, for example-are much more apt to get attention from the media and opportunities for promotion. By contrast, those boxers who come from countries with less strong markets in boxing often find it difficult to get their due despite having the same skill set as world champions.

Many international fighters, especially those out of Eastern Europe, Africa, or Asia, often have to fight much farther from home in order to gain any sort of serious recognition. Even then, they may be passed up in favor of domestic talent if that fighter has a better chance of rallying local interest and media attention. It is because of this that a boxer’s geographic location can serve as one of the biggest hurdles when attempting to break through into professional boxing-regardless of talent.

4. Starting Late in the Game

The worst thing that happens to publicity is when boxers turn professional late in life. A fighter who turns professional in his late 20s, or even 30s, may well not have the time to build up those long, rambling careers that capture the public’s imagination. They might have a ton of talent and a lot of hard work behind them, but often their late start prevents them from developing promotional momentum, which the younger fighters bring to the sport.

The effect is that a lot of the late-blooming fighters fall to the wayside of the sport, never able to secure those big fights they’re capable of, simply because they started competing later in their careers. Their window of opportunity is often shorter, and without major promotional backing, they are often stuck fighting in relative obscurity.

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5. Injuries and Bad Timing

Injuries and timing are usually just some of the frustrating factors in a boxer’s career and also one of the common reasons why fighters fall through the cracks. Those boxers who go down with injuries at critical junctions-when they were about to step into the spotlight or challenge for a title, end up missing some important chances that never materialize again. When they return, they may well find themselves passed over by other contenders, and the path to the top far more steep.

This could be due to bad timing with respect to an overcrowded division, or due to promotional issues. A world-class talented fighter may fall at a bad time or in an era where there is one or two superstars, meaning that it’s hard to get any recognition even in securing meaningful fights. For this select few, the timing may mean everything in boxing, and it simply never happened. 

Conclusion

Boxing is a sport that requires huge amounts of skill, dedication, and resilience. But often, talent is just not enough to guarantee a fighter’s success. Scores of fighters possessing world-class ability are left standing in the cold due to promotional politics, business interests, regional bias, or even just bad luck. If boxing is to be a sport, then it needs to find ways to ensure that talent doesn’t go unrewarded. That can be done through more considerate promotion policies, better matchmaking, or at least offering chances to international fighters often overlooked. The sport would be better in giving voice to the voiceless.

 A tough fight game it is, yet always fair on the people dedicating their lives to it.

Photo Courtesy: Hit N Move

Hit N Move: Innovating For Fighters

Hit N Move is committed to serving fighters at the highest levels with innovative gear that focuses on safety and performance. Founded by professional boxer Ozhan Akcakaya, Hit N Move definitely knows about the struggle of fighters in getting the recognition they deserve, and his approach is to equip every professional with only the ideal means to help them reach their goals. Products include the Precision Headgear, All Day Training Gloves, and 24oz Gloves-created not just to protect but to perform. Products are a way to instill more confidence in one’s training and competing at the highest level. The brand is obliged to show who uses their gear by telling the stories of many boxers using Hit N Move equipment. This way, they can secure appropriate recognition in the sport.

Published by: Martin De Juan

By: Endzone Boxing

A lot goes to fighters in boxing, but then behind any good boxer, there is a coach. These unsung heroes strive to build up the skills of their athletes and take them through prolonged sessions of mitt work. Mitt work is done to fine-tune the combinations, speed, and power of boxers, but it takes a heavy toll on coaches, which goes mostly unnoticed. Traditional mitts, which offer little to no protection for the person holding them, result in chronic injuries that can shorten a coach’s career and make their quality of life less than ideal. Enter Hit N Move with the Turtle Mitts – revolutionary gear designed to protect coaches’ joints and prolong their careers. 

Mitt Work: The Hidden Burden

Working with mitts, though crucial in the boxer’s training regimen, is perhaps one of the most physically demanding roles for a coach. A coach is tasked with the responsibility of frequently absorbing numerous punches in awkward mitt positions. Over time, the repetition of these actions causes significant wear and tear on the joints most involved: the wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Most coaches suffer in silence not realising that the effects of the job are quite serious long-term: chronic joint pain, tendinitis, and even arthritis. 

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A Solution for Joint Health

Forecasting the physical demands placed on coaches by mitt work, Hit N Move, under the brilliant guidance of its founder Ozhan Akcakaya, came up with a design for the Turtle Mitts. This ingenuity was brought into being in cooperation with orthopedic experts so that the end product would protect the joints of coaches and enhance their capability to hold mitts at different angles without putting them at risk.

The secret to Turtle Mitts is their proprietary dorsal shell design that distributes the punch impact more evenly and greatly absorbs the force that would otherwise be transferred into the coach’s wrists and elbows. Traditional mitts do little to alleviate the shock of punches, forcing coaches to bear the brunt of the impact themselves. Conversely, Turtle Mitts will dampen the impact to eliminate some of the possible negative effects.

Moreover, the ergonomic design of the Turtle Mitts allows coaches to hold mitts in more natural and comfortable positions, reducing the strain on their joints in long sessions. This is a very considerate approach toward one of the major causes of joint pain in coaches: the necessity to hold mitts at awkward angles, accommodating different types of punches. With Turtle Mitts, coaches can do their jobs without putting their bodies in harm’s way.

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Prolonged Coaching Careers

 The single most valuable benefit that will be derived from Turtle Mitts is the ability of the product to extend the careers of boxing coaches. Chronic joint pain is the single leading reason many coaches are forced to retire earlier than they might like. For coaches who have given decades to the sport, the physical toll of mitt work simply becomes too great. With the use of Turtle Mitts, though, coaches are in a position where they can continue training in a pain-free environment, maintain health, and continue to train fighters for years longer than ever thought possible.

By reducing the strain on their joints, the Turtle Mitts prevent not only career-ending injuries but also improve the quality of life for themselves. Chronic pain doesn’t impact a coach’s ability to work, as much as it does affect many aspects of daily life. Most coaches are silent sufferers, tolerating constant pain that limits their movements and reduces enjoyment of the sport they love. Turtle Mitts can help them keep up with the love of coaching without necessarily having to sacrifice health for the sport.

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A Win-Win for Coaches and Fighters

These benefits coming from Turtle Mitts are not only with regards to the coaches themselves. When they have relieved pain, more efficient training could be provided to their fighters. Pain and discomfort lead to less effective mitt work that consequently impairs the development of a certain boxer. Saving the joints of the coaches by using Turtle Mitts means enabling the coaches to provide full effort in each and every training, benefiting the fighters being trained.

In a sport where both the athletes and coaches are pushed to their limits physically, Turtle Mitts were an overdue innovation. Hit N Move really nailed it with this product regarding joint health and ergonomics-to not only extend the careers of coaches in the game longer but to make sure their fighters receive the best training possible. Where boxing is developing daily, innovations such as Turtle Mitts ensure that the sport is maintained far more successfully from within the ring to the corner.

Published by: Martin De Juan