RDX T1 Curved Thai Kick Pad – Muay Thai Arm Pad for Training | Red, Black, Blue, White

If you're looking for Muay Thai training pads that can endure sessions with the most relentless training partners, the RDX T1 Curved Thai Kick Pad delivers the perfect protection. Made to shield against push kicks, swing kicks, and knee strikes during training, this pad keeps trainers safe while sharpening fighters' technique. GEL EFFICAX LINING™ combined with Supremo-Shock Foam™ dissipates shockwaves from every hit, a curved design encourages proper form and weight transfer, and a Quick-EZ™ adjustable strap provides a snug fit with wrist protection during training. Sold as a single item. Made with Maya Hide™ leather.

• Maya Hide™ leather for a construction that withstands the toughest training sessions
• GEL EFFICAX LINING™ combined with Supremo-Shock Foam™ for superior impact absorption and hand protection
• Curved design to encourage proper form and endure heavy strikes
• Moulded foam structure to cushion and disperse shock across the pad surface
• Quick-EZ™ Hook-and-Loop closure for a precise, adjustable fit and wrist support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Thai kick pad and a kick shield?

A Thai kick pad (also called a Thai pad or arm pad) is strapped to the trainer's forearm and is designed for rapid pad exchanges during combination drills — kicks, knees, punches, and elbows can all be caught on a Thai pad. A kick shield is a larger, single-handed pad held against the body or forearm primarily for absorbing powerful straight and round kicks. Thai pads require more skill from the trainer to hold effectively but enable faster-paced, more varied drill sequences.

What is GEL EFFICAX LINING™?

GEL EFFICAX LINING™ is RDX's gel-based interior lining technology used in training pads to protect the trainer's hand and forearm. The gel layer sits behind the outer Supremo-Shock Foam™ and absorbs residual impact energy after the foam disperses the initial force — providing two-stage protection for the trainer's hand during hard sparring rounds. This is particularly important for Thai pads, which receive high-frequency impact across each training session.

Is this pad sold as a single item or a pair?

The T1 Curved Thai Kick Pad is sold as a single item. For standard Muay Thai pad drills, trainers typically use one pad in each hand — you would need to purchase two units for bilateral pad holding. A single pad can be used for one-sided kick drills, left or right lead work, or specific technique drills where only one pad is needed.

How do I maintain Maya Hide™ training pads?

Wipe the exterior surface with a damp cloth after each session and allow to air-dry fully. Do not machine wash or submerge in water. Apply a synthetic leather conditioner periodically to maintain surface flexibility and prevent cracking. Store away from prolonged direct sunlight. Inspect the Quick-EZ™ strapping and stitching at the handle attachment points periodically — replace the pad if any structural seams begin to separate or the padding noticeably loses its impact absorption properties.