Hand Wraps
Hand wraps are the most underrated piece of fight gear — and the most misunderstood. They don't make your punches harder; they protect the 27 small bones in your hand and stabilize your wrist so you don't sprain it on a misaligned cross. Our Rage Hand Wraps are 180" semi-elastic cotton with a thumb loop and Velcro closure — long enough to wrap competition-style, simple enough to put on every day.
How to choose hand wraps
How long should hand wraps be?
Most adults: 180 inches. Larger hands or extra wrist support: 200 inches. Smaller hands or kids: 120 inches. Length determines how many passes you can make around the wrist and knuckles.
Cotton vs elastic vs Mexican-style wraps
Semi-elastic cotton: the daily-driver choice — comfortable, easy to put on, breathable. Mexican-style: more elastic, stretches with your hand, slightly more support but stretches out faster. Quick wraps (gel): slip-on inner gloves with built-in padding; faster than wrapping but less protection than traditional wraps.
How to wrap your hands
See the step-by-step hand wrapping guide — wrist first, then knuckles, then thumb, then between fingers, then back to the wrist. Total time: 60 seconds once you've practiced.
Hand Wraps FAQs
How long should hand wraps be?+
180 inches for most adults; 120 inches for kids or smaller hands; 200 inches for larger hands or competition-style wrapping.
Cotton or elastic — which is better?+
Semi-elastic cotton is the all-purpose choice. Pure cotton is more durable but less forgiving on the fit. Pure elastic stretches out faster but feels softer initially. Most gyms use semi-elastic cotton.
Do I need hand wraps under boxing gloves?+
Yes — every session. They protect your hand bones, stabilize your wrist, and absorb sweat that would otherwise destroy the inside of your gloves.
Can I reuse hand wraps?+
Yes, but wash them every 3–5 sessions. Sweat soaks into the wraps and breeds bacteria. Most brands tolerate machine wash on cold with a delicates bag.
How do I wrap my hands?+
Wrist passes first (3–5x), then knuckle passes (3x), then thumb (2x), then between fingers (3x diagonals), then back to wrist to finish. See the hand wrapping tutorial.
What's Mexican-style hand wrap?+
A more elastic wrap that stretches with your hand. Slightly more support but stretches out faster than semi-elastic cotton. Popular at boxing-only gyms; less common at mixed combat sports gyms.