Boxing Hand Wraps And Tape

Hand wraps and boxing tape provide essential wrist and knuckle support, helping protect your hands during bag work, pad sessions and sparring. They stabilise the small bones in the hand and reduce impact stress on the wrists. At Fight Gear, we stock traditional wraps, elastic Mexican-style wraps and professional fight tape for secure, reliable hand protection in every training environment.

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STING Elasticised Hand Wraps 3m And 4.5m

STING Elasticised Hand Wraps 3m And 4.5m

£7.99

ADIDAS Hand Wraps

ADIDAS Hand Wraps

£7.79

Fortress T1 Fastwraps

Fortress T1 Fastwraps

£64.99

BOXRAW Handwraps

BOXRAW Handwraps

From £11.99

Empire Pro Tape Handwrap Kit

Empire Pro Tape Handwrap Kit

£11.95

Just Boxing Pro Gauze

Just Boxing Pro Gauze

£9.00

Just Boxing Pro Tape

Just Boxing Pro Tape

From £3.00

BOXRAW Boxing Tape

BOXRAW Boxing Tape

£29.99

Pro Box Super Inner Gloves with Gel Knuckle

Pro Box Super Inner Gloves with Gel Knuckle

£9.99

Why Hand Wraps and Boxing Tape Are Essential

Hand wraps and boxing tape protect the most vulnerable structures in your hands — the small bones, ligaments and wrist joints. Whether you're hitting the heavy bag, pads or sparring, wraps stabilise the wrist, reduce impact shock and help prevent common boxing injuries such as knuckle bruising, sprains and wrist collapse. They are a fundamental part of every boxer’s kit.

Types of Hand Wraps: Choosing the Right Style

Cotton Hand Wraps

  • Traditional, durable and firm
  • Provide structured wrist support
  • Don’t stretch as much
  • Ideal for beginners or those who prefer a tighter feel

Mexican-Style (Elastic) Hand Wraps

  • Slight stretch for a snug, moulded fit
  • Most popular style for modern boxing
  • Better comfort and flexibility
  • Great for intermediate and advanced boxers

Mexican wraps give a more comfortable, personalised feel, while cotton wraps deliver classic rigidity and stability.

When to Use Boxing Tape

Tape is used for:

  • Fight-night style protection
  • Maximum wrist stability
  • Securing knuckles for heavy sparring
  • Creating a customised fit for pros and amateurs

Professional fighters often layer gauze + tape for the best balance of padding and structure.

For everyday training, wraps are usually sufficient — tape is ideal for intense sessions or when extra support is needed.

How Long Should Hand Wraps Be?

Wrap length affects coverage and support:

  • 2.5m – 3m → Youth or small hands
  • 3.5m – 4.5m → Most adults (standard length)
  • 4.5m – 5m → Larger hands or those wanting extra padding layers

Longer wraps offer more wrist and knuckle protection but take slightly more time to apply.

Benefits of Using Hand Wraps Every Session

  • Protect knuckles from impact
  • Reduce wrist bending on hooks and straight punches
  • Stabilise the thumb and small hand bones
  • Keep gloves clean and absorb sweat
  • Prevent abrasions and friction inside gloves
  • Improve glove fit over time

Consistent use leads to longer glove life and fewer hand injuries.

Wraps vs Tape: Which Should You Choose?

Daily Training

  • Wraps: ✔✔✔
  • Tape: ✔

Pad Work

  • Wraps: ✔✔✔
  • Tape: ✔

Bag Work

  • Wraps: ✔✔✔
  • Tape: ✔✔✔

Sparring

  • Wraps: ✔✔✔
  • Tape: ✔✔

Fight Preparation

  • Wraps: ✔
  • Tape ✔✔✔

Wraps = everyday protection

Tape = extra reinforcement for heavy impact

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Hand Wraps FAQs

Wraps should feel snug and supportive but not restrict circulation. Hands should be able to open and close comfortably.

Yes. Wraps protect your hands and stabilise your wrists — gloves alone won’t prevent common injuries.

Absolutely. Most wraps can be machine washed in a mesh bag. Air dry to maintain elasticity and shape.

Replace them when they lose elasticity, become misshapen or no longer provide support. Heavy users may replace wraps every few months.

Tape offers more rigid support but is less practical for daily use. Most boxers use wraps for training and tape for spars or fight prep.