What Every MMA Fighter Needs in Their Bag
Whether you're heading to your first class or your hundredth, having the right kit packed and ready makes training more efficient and more consistent. Here is a complete MMA gear bag checklist with the best picks from Hayabusa and RDX.
The Bag Itself
You need a bag big enough to carry gloves, shin guards, a rashguard, shorts, hand wraps, a mouthguard, and ideally a change of clothes. Top choices: Hayabusa Airstream Athletic Duffle Bag, Hayabusa Ryoko Duffle Bag, RDX R1 Gym Duffel Bag.
Gloves
MMA training requires two types of gloves: 7oz MMA grappling gloves (for sparring, ground-and-pound, and pad work) and 12–16 oz boxing gloves (for heavy bag and boxing sparring). Hayabusa T3 MMA 4oz Gloves and T3 7oz Hybrid Gloves cover the grappling side. Hayabusa T3 Boxing Gloves or RDX F6 Kara cover the striking side.
Hand Wraps
Essential under boxing gloves. The Hayabusa Deluxe Hand Wraps (180") or RDX Aura Plus T-17 wraps are the standard choice. Keep two pairs — one to train in and one drying.
Shin Guards
Full-back shin guards for Muay Thai and sparring. Hayabusa T3 Full Back Shin Guards or RDX T15 Noir Shin Instep Guards are the benchmark picks at each price point.
Mouthguard, Rashguard, Shorts, and Groin Guard
Non-negotiable for any contact training: RDX 3W or Hayabusa Combat Mouth Guard. A long or short sleeve rashguard plus MMA shorts. Hayabusa Pro Boxing Groin Protector for striking sessions.
Optional But Recommended
Hayabusa T3 MMA Headgear for sparring. Ankle supports for grappling injury prevention. A glove deodorizer (Hayabusa Glove Deodorizer) to keep gear fresh between sessions.
Related Reading
- MMA Gear Guide for Beginners
- MMA Gloves Explained: Sparring, Training & Competition
- Best Shin Guards for Muay Thai & Kickboxing
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