How to Build the Perfect Fly Boxing Sparring Kit
Reviewed October 2026 by Josh Jaywant, founder of UNDRGROUND ATHLETICS, Langley, BC.
The quick answer: A complete sparring kit is 16oz gloves, a headguard, a groin guard, hand wraps and a mouthguard. For a matching Fly kit right now, pair the Superlace 2 gloves with the Knight 2 headguard, both in stock in Bone/Navy Blue and Green/White/Black.
Fly Sports UK handmakes its premium gloves and headguards at its UK headquarters, using leather from tanneries in Italy and Scotland, and releases them in coordinated colourways so the whole kit matches. Here is how to put one together.
What goes into a sparring kit?
| Piece | What to buy | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Gloves | 16oz for most adults | Protects you and your partner |
| Headguard | Sparring guard with cheek protection | Cuts down cuts, swelling and nose damage |
| Groin guard | Fitted cup guard | Required in most gyms for sparring |
| Hand wraps | 180 inch | Stabilises the wrist and knuckles |
| Mouthguard | Boil and bite or custom | Protects teeth and jaw |
Superlace or Superloop?
Superlace gloves lace up for the most locked in, even fit through the wrist. They are the favourite for sparring and competition, but you need someone to tie them. Superloop gloves close with a wide hook and loop strap, so you can put them on yourself in seconds; they suit solo training, bag work and busy classes. Both use Fly's high density foam.
Lace up: Superlace 2 or Superlace Pro X 2. Hook and loop: Superloop Pro X 2 or the beginner friendly Superloop Team.
Matching colourways in stock
| Colourway | Gloves | Headguard |
|---|---|---|
| Bone/Navy Blue | Superlace 2 | Knight 2 |
| Green/White/Black | Superlace 2 | Knight 2 |
Stock on these is limited; see Fly headgear and Fly gloves for everything available. Add a Fly groin guard and Fly Big Logo wraps to finish the kit.
Ready made Fly sets
- Fly Lightning Training Edit: Superlace Lightning gloves, Big Logo wraps and Big Logo tee.
- Fly x BOXRAW Men's Training Set: Fly Superloop gloves and wraps with the BOXRAW Johnson hoodie and tank.
- Fly x BOXRAW Men's Heavyweight Set: Fly Superlace X gloves and wraps with a Johnson hoodie and Hagler sauna suit.
- Fly x P.E Nation Women's Training Set: Superloop Team gloves and wraps with P.E Nation's Three Pointer bra and legging.
New to boxing?
Keep it simple: a pair of Superloop Team gloves, Big Logo hand wraps and a Fly skipping rope for footwork. Add a headguard once your coach starts you sparring. Read Best Boxing Gloves for Beginners for more.
Coaching?
Pad holders should look at Fly's mitts and punch sticks for sharp, responsive pad work.
Frequently asked questions
What size Fly gloves should I buy for sparring?
16oz for most adults, 18oz for heavyweights. Fly gloves fit true to size; try them over your wraps.
Is Superlace or Superloop better for sparring?
Superlace gives the tightest, most even fit and is the usual choice for sparring. Superloop is easier to put on yourself and is great for bag work and classes.
Where are Fly gloves made?
Fly's premium gloves and headguards are handmade at its UK headquarters from leather sourced in Italy and Scotland.
Where can I buy Fly Sports UK in Canada?
UNDRGROUND ATHLETICS in Langley, BC is an authorized Canadian dealer for Fly Sports UK.
Shop Fly in Canada
Browse the full Fly Sports UK range or read about the brand on our Fly Sports UK Canada page. Free shipping across Canada on qualifying orders; see our shipping policy.
Related reading: Best Boxing Headgear in Canada · Best Boxing Gloves in Canada 2026
About the author. Josh Jaywant founded UNDRGROUND ATHLETICS in 2018 with his wife, after growing up working in his father's boxing and martial arts shop in the UK from the age of 11. The store is based in Langley, BC, and is an authorized Canadian dealer for Fly Sports UK, YOKKAO, UNIQ, BOXRAW and P.E Nation, and a stocking dealer for Rival and Hayabusa.