I recently bought RS11V directly from Rival, and I thought I share my impression here, as Rival will not post reviews that are less than 5 stars on their site (obviously). Not even sure why they bother asking for the feedback, if they are not intended to post it. Anyway... I bought 16oz gloves, and initially they were so tight that I had to put tennis and golf balls in order to make some room for the hands. They are quite compact, which I like, but it's a bit difficult to make a good fist in them. Maybe it makes sense to go one size up, so maybe I should have bought 18oz, especially considering that the real weight of these are less than the nominal number (my 16oz weigh about 14.7oz). I thought they needed to be broken in, in order to fit better, so I used them on the bag, but even after a month of using them on the bag, they give me a lot of pain in the knuckles and especially in the wrists - so much that I had to take some time of the gym. I'm doing boxing for 7 years and my hands and wrists are generally well conditioned. I can work the heavy bag just wearing thin mittens, but not in these gloves. A few other things to note: 1) the thumb position feels great, but it's a bit protruding, and not as protected as in some other gloves, hitting an elbow can lead to an injury. 2) the padding is quite hard, it's actually very comparable to my Rival mexican bag gloves (which I love), maybe even slightly harder. I prefer softer gloves for sparring, in order to protect my sparring partner. For the same reason I don't by Reyes or any other mexican gloves for sparring, despite a very comfortable fit - they are great for the bag work, as well as for a fight, where you really want to hurt your opponent, but not for sparring. So, overall, despite great construction and material, I cannot recommend these gloves. I think there are much better sparring gloves out there, that cost same or even less.
@@eyeofsauron2812 Well, I don't know about you, but I need a bit of an inward fist rotation when I punch to have a good and strong wrist position during a punch landing. So, for me, the ideal wrist support should allow the inward rotation but resists the backward one. If the wrist support of the glove is perfectly straight and doesn't allow any movement in any direction, it's not good for me. Basically, it means you won't be able to have a tight fist during the landing, it will somewhat open. Just make a tight fist and look at it - you will notice that it's naturally inward rotated.
@@leonshamisI have the Hayabusa T3 and are fantastic, none of the problems that you said about the Rival ones. My only problem with them is about the sweat absorption, I spend time drying them after each training session, and I think that the Rival ones have the same type of interior materials. Did you notice a full sweat absorption with the Rival ones?
RS11V are my overall favorite gloves even though I think the ergonomics of the RS11V used to be slightly better in the mid 2010’s. They’re slightly stiffer now even after 2 years of use and the fist feels different but they did make them overall more durable and the velcro seems like it’ll last forever now(the biggest issue with older RS11V’s). I hope they add some new color ways soon, particularly with regards to the almost always orange logo. The blue/black gloves but with a medium-dark grey logo would be perfect to me.
I read that the biggest difference is supposed to be in the padding. RS11V = "Extra-Thick, 2" (50mm) Layered Foam Padding Specifically Designed for Intense Sparring Use" and RB11 = "1.25" (3cm) of Closed Cell Foam and Latex Padding Specifically Designed for Intense Bag Use." Do you find that actually makes a big difference? Or do you still strongly believe the RS11V can be used for all around training?
Picked up the RS11V 16oz gloves. They are overall pretty decent. However I found the thumb protection to be problematic...get a random sharp sensation at the tip of the thumb when throwing power shots...never had the issue with my old 12oz century gloves. Anyone experience the same?
bro, between the hayabusa kanpeki and the rival bag which one would you choose to hit the bag, especially to give alignment and protection to the wrist? thx
I use the RS11V Sparring 14oz and they are a bit big for me and I'm looking for an exclusive one for bag. I was thinking about the RB11 Evolution bag gloves but I doubt the size. Do you think the size M of the RB11 will be smaller than the 14oz size of the RS11V model?
Should I go for the sparring or bag gloves looking to get a pair ... I mostly use heavy bag and MIT's I currently use fairtex bgv1 12 Oz is it worth getting the the sparring ? I believe they start off at 14 Oz where as bag gloves large are 12 oz
Yes bag work will wear them down faster. But that holds true for all gloves. Great question watch for a video I'll give my opinion on bag gloves vs sparring gloves.
Could I use the RS11V as a heavy weight fighter for Bag Training? Buy two gloves are to expensive for me. I need one glove for everything. Or should i buy cleto reyes?
RS11V would be great for a one and only glove. If you want you can buy the silver RS11V on our website for cheaper than amazon and free shipping. Right now we are doing a giveaway of $100 from our most recent video to one of our next 10 orders from our website. fightcityslc.com/shop/ols/products/rsv11
If your Local just stop by during regular business hours. If not, sorry I haven't set up my website to take orders and deliver yet. But hopefully soon it's my 2023 goal to get my store online and start shipping products to customers.
I love my RS11V for sparring. Took a few rounds on the bag to break in, since then theyre perfect. Sparring only now. Love the wrist lock too.
I recently bought RS11V directly from Rival, and I thought I share my impression here, as Rival will not post reviews that are less than 5 stars on their site (obviously). Not even sure why they bother asking for the feedback, if they are not intended to post it. Anyway...
I bought 16oz gloves, and initially they were so tight that I had to put tennis and golf balls in order to make some room for the hands. They are quite compact, which I like, but it's a bit difficult to make a good fist in them. Maybe it makes sense to go one size up, so maybe I should have bought 18oz, especially considering that the real weight of these are less than the nominal number (my 16oz weigh about 14.7oz).
I thought they needed to be broken in, in order to fit better, so I used them on the bag, but even after a month of using them on the bag, they give me a lot of pain in the knuckles and especially in the wrists - so much that I had to take some time of the gym. I'm doing boxing for 7 years and my hands and wrists are generally well conditioned. I can work the heavy bag just wearing thin mittens, but not in these gloves.
A few other things to note:
1) the thumb position feels great, but it's a bit protruding, and not as protected as in some other gloves, hitting an elbow can lead to an injury.
2) the padding is quite hard, it's actually very comparable to my Rival mexican bag gloves (which I love), maybe even slightly harder. I prefer softer gloves for sparring, in order to protect my sparring partner. For the same reason I don't by Reyes or any other mexican gloves for sparring, despite a very comfortable fit - they are great for the bag work, as well as for a fight, where you really want to hurt your opponent, but not for sparring.
So, overall, despite great construction and material, I cannot recommend these gloves. I think there are much better sparring gloves out there, that cost same or even less.
Thanks
So the wrist support was actually bad?
@@eyeofsauron2812 Well, I don't know about you, but I need a bit of an inward fist rotation when I punch to have a good and strong wrist position during a punch landing. So, for me, the ideal wrist support should allow the inward rotation but resists the backward one. If the wrist support of the glove is perfectly straight and doesn't allow any movement in any direction, it's not good for me. Basically, it means you won't be able to have a tight fist during the landing, it will somewhat open. Just make a tight fist and look at it - you will notice that it's naturally inward rotated.
@@leonshamisI have the Hayabusa T3 and are fantastic, none of the problems that you said about the Rival ones. My only problem with them is about the sweat absorption, I spend time drying them after each training session, and I think that the Rival ones have the same type of interior materials. Did you notice a full sweat absorption with the Rival ones?
@@daripro7712 how is the padding on those? I wanted to get a pair but I saw a lot of complaints about them
RS11V are my overall favorite gloves even though I think the ergonomics of the RS11V used to be slightly better in the mid 2010’s. They’re slightly stiffer now even after 2 years of use and the fist feels different but they did make them overall more durable and the velcro seems like it’ll last forever now(the biggest issue with older RS11V’s).
I hope they add some new color ways soon, particularly with regards to the almost always orange logo. The blue/black gloves but with a medium-dark grey logo would be perfect to me.
I read that the biggest difference is supposed to be in the padding. RS11V = "Extra-Thick, 2" (50mm) Layered Foam Padding Specifically Designed for Intense Sparring Use" and RB11 = "1.25" (3cm) of Closed Cell Foam and Latex Padding Specifically Designed for Intense Bag Use."
Do you find that actually makes a big difference? Or do you still strongly believe the RS11V can be used for all around training?
I got the rb10 bag gloves and the wrist lock feels real good after broken in for about a month
Great review, thank you 👊🏾
I have both. I like them both. Easily the best Velcro closure in the game.
Hey, man would you say one has better wrist protection then the other?
Nah, both have the same wrist support. These are my go to gloves for bag and sparring. Unless you have gigantic hands buy these.
i have a pair, but i like the lace version for a few reasons, but both great
Awesome thank you for the information and comment.
Picked up the RS11V 16oz gloves. They are overall pretty decent. However I found the thumb protection to be problematic...get a random sharp sensation at the tip of the thumb when throwing power shots...never had the issue with my old 12oz century gloves. Anyone experience the same?
bro, between the hayabusa kanpeki and the rival bag which one would you choose to hit the bag, especially to give alignment and protection to the wrist? thx
Did you find an answer?
Do you like the rs11v over the rb10??
Can someone please tell me if i should buy an rs11v or an rs100 since i am confused if i should buy a laced up glove
Just bought a pair of the rb11 thanks for the review
14 oz or 16 oz for 8 inch hand circumference?
I use the RS11V Sparring 14oz and they are a bit big for me and I'm looking for an exclusive one for bag. I was thinking about the RB11 Evolution bag gloves but I doubt the size. Do you think the size M of the RB11 will be smaller than the 14oz size of the RS11V model?
The RS11V and RB11 size the exact same.
Should I go for the sparring or bag gloves looking to get a pair ... I mostly use heavy bag and MIT's I currently use fairtex bgv1 12 Oz is it worth getting the the sparring ? I believe they start off at 14 Oz where as bag gloves large are 12 oz
i have rival evolutions, uncomfortable overpriced faux leather crap that makes my hands hurt, only plus is durability..
Thanks for this video! I am wondering, if RS11V is good for both bag and sparring? Would bagwork wear it out really quick? Thx:)
Yes bag work will wear them down faster. But that holds true for all gloves. Great question watch for a video I'll give my opinion on bag gloves vs sparring gloves.
@@fightcitygymtalk so this wont wear out quicker on bags and pads compared to the rb11? both the same?
@@fightcitygymtalk i prefer getting the rs11 than the rb11 for bag and padwork
Could I use the RS11V as a heavy weight fighter for Bag Training? Buy two gloves are to expensive for me. I need one glove for everything. Or should i buy cleto reyes?
RS11V would be great for a one and only glove. If you want you can buy the silver RS11V on our website for cheaper than amazon and free shipping. Right now we are doing a giveaway of $100 from our most recent video to one of our next 10 orders from our website. fightcityslc.com/shop/ols/products/rsv11
The link for the online shop didnt work🤷🏽♂️
Sorry, there was a contract issue with our wholesale accounts, so we had to take our online store down.
@@fightcitygymtalksorry to hear that. That means you have no more online store that i can buy from? Great content, move on with that
Can you feel the plastic D rings through the glove in the wrist area?
No I can't feel it at all. Also the people I've sold the gloves to have never mentioned feeling the plastic D rings.
@@fightcitygymtalk that's good to know. I can feel the D rings on my Onx Xfactor velcro gloves
How can I purchase from your store?
If your Local just stop by during regular business hours. If not, sorry I haven't set up my website to take orders and deliver yet. But hopefully soon it's my 2023 goal to get my store online and start shipping products to customers.
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