I know Fairtex has the SP7 shin pads too. Was there any reason why you didn't review those? I'd be really keen to hear any thoughts you'd have on the SP7s in comparison with the other Fairtex SP shin pads. Thanks for the great video
Simply because we don't have them in stock! We have never stocked them because we don't feel like they would be very popular. I have personally never come across anyone wearing them in gyms I have trained at in the UK and Thailand in the last 15 years. When we purchase stock we try to stock up on the items that are in higher demand. I'm pleased you mentioned it though - now we know at least one person is interested in them!
XL comes up just below the knee (I am about 187cm). Better fit than the large, but some friction with quad when raising leg for checking, etc. Ordered the SP9 in XL, arriving next week. Will try it out and see how it feels versus the XL SP8.
@@turbo2656 Sure thing. When it comes to protection of the shin, leg, and side knee, I think the SP8 is the most comprehensive. It wraps around the calf more, and the double padding part at the shin region is wider, but not by much. Also with the SP8, the side knee coverage extends higher than what the SP9 offers. That said, I found the side coverage was rubbing against my quad muscle when raising my leg for checking kicks due to its height. It's not that bad, but a bit of an annoyance. As for foot coverage, the reviewer is correct that the SP9 provides full toe coverage, whereas the SP8 is more traditional and extends about halfway across my big toe. At first, I was concerned given that you usually do not want full toe coverage as it can interfere with mobility. I am pleased to say that the SP9 does not do that. I think they designed it so the extended toe coverage part does not slope downward and serve as a tripping hazard. I can run and stand on my tip toes in SP9 with no issues. Overall, I think that the SP9 is indeed the more refined model, because it strikes a perfect balance of coverage and stays contoured to the leg. The SP8 is still the best if coverage is all that matters, but they feel bulkier and are wider. I hope this helps.
Apologies for the confusion. You're correct. All of our stock comes from the official Fairtex UK distributor, and they only stock M and L. XL do exist, but only in Thailand (or from stores that are importing from other stores in Thailand).
I know Fairtex has the SP7 shin pads too. Was there any reason why you didn't review those? I'd be really keen to hear any thoughts you'd have on the SP7s in comparison with the other Fairtex SP shin pads. Thanks for the great video
Simply because we don't have them in stock! We have never stocked them because we don't feel like they would be very popular. I have personally never come across anyone wearing them in gyms I have trained at in the UK and Thailand in the last 15 years. When we purchase stock we try to stock up on the items that are in higher demand. I'm pleased you mentioned it though - now we know at least one person is interested in them!
@fightsupplies That makes sense! Thank you for the reply!
Hi dude! Thanks for the review! Do you have yokkao shinguards?
We do indeed. We'll post a review up in the next week or two.
@@fightsupplies Perfect! I wait for it
SP8 does come in XL.
XL comes up just below the knee (I am about 187cm). Better fit than the large, but some friction with quad when raising leg for checking, etc. Ordered the SP9 in XL, arriving next week. Will try it out and see how it feels versus the XL SP8.
@@dronesn1percan you let me know how they feel please mate
@@turbo2656 Sure thing. When it comes to protection of the shin, leg, and side knee, I think the SP8 is the most comprehensive. It wraps around the calf more, and the double padding part at the shin region is wider, but not by much. Also with the SP8, the side knee coverage extends higher than what the SP9 offers. That said, I found the side coverage was rubbing against my quad muscle when raising my leg for checking kicks due to its height. It's not that bad, but a bit of an annoyance. As for foot coverage, the reviewer is correct that the SP9 provides full toe coverage, whereas the SP8 is more traditional and extends about halfway across my big toe. At first, I was concerned given that you usually do not want full toe coverage as it can interfere with mobility. I am pleased to say that the SP9 does not do that. I think they designed it so the extended toe coverage part does not slope downward and serve as a tripping hazard. I can run and stand on my tip toes in SP9 with no issues. Overall, I think that the SP9 is indeed the more refined model, because it strikes a perfect balance of coverage and stays contoured to the leg. The SP8 is still the best if coverage is all that matters, but they feel bulkier and are wider. I hope this helps.
Apologies for the confusion. You're correct. All of our stock comes from the official Fairtex UK distributor, and they only stock M and L. XL do exist, but only in Thailand (or from stores that are importing from other stores in Thailand).