Fairtex Shin Pads Size Guide
Fairtex shin pads are sized by your height. All adult models (SP3 In-Step Double Padded, SP5 Competition, SP6 Neoprene, SP7 Twister, SP8 Ultimate) use the same S/M/L/XL height bands. Pad height and width vary slightly by model — check the per-model table if you want exact pad dimensions.
Adult sizing by height
| Size | Height (imperial) | Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 4'11"–5'3" | 150–160 |
| M | 5'3"–5'10" | 160–179 |
| L | 5'10"–6'1" | 179–185 |
| XL | 6'1"–6'4" | 185–195 |
SP7 Twister starts at M (no S size). If you're at the lower end of the M height band and prefer a lower-profile pad, SP5 or SP6 in S is the better fit.
Pad dimensions by model
SP3 In-Step Double Padded Protector — pad height / width (cm):
| Size | Pad height | Pad width |
|---|---|---|
| S | 30 | 12 |
| M | 33 | 13 |
| L | 36 | 13 |
| XL | 38 | 14 |
SP5 Competition Shin Pads:
| Size | Pad height | Pad width |
|---|---|---|
| S | 34 | 14 |
| M | 38 | 15 |
| L | 39 | 15 |
| XL | 42 | 14 |
SP6 Neoprene Shin Pads:
| Size | Pad height | Pad width |
|---|---|---|
| S | 27 | 14 |
| M | 28 | 15 |
| L | 29 | 15 |
| XL | 30 | 18 |
SP7 Detachable In-Step Twister Shin Pads:
| Size | Pad height | Pad width |
|---|---|---|
| M | 32.5 | 13 |
| L | 33.5 | 13.5 |
| XL | 34.5 | 14 |
SP8 Ultimate Shin Pads:
| Size | Pad height | Pad width |
|---|---|---|
| S | 32 | 14 |
| M | 33 | 15 |
| L | 34 | 15 |
| XL | 35 | 16 |
Kids (SPK9)
| Age range | Height | Pad height | Pad width |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8–10 years | Under 5'3" (under 160 cm) | 26 | 11 |
| 10–12 years | Under 5'3" (under 160 cm) | 28 | 11.5 |
How to choose
- Height is the primary input — pick the height band first.
- Calf circumference — if your calves are larger than average, size up one band; if smaller, size down. The pad width column is a useful guide.
- Padding preference — SP5/SP8 are heavier-padded for sparring; SP6 neoprene is lightest for fitness/no-contact bag work; SP3 / SP7 sit in the middle for general training.
- SP7 Twister has a detachable in-step and is built for kickboxers who prefer foot mobility — same height bands as the others.
Example chart (SP5 Competition):
Fairtex PV1 Competition Protective Vest Red
Built for full-contact body sparring, the Fairtex PV1 Competition Protective Vest in Red drops a dense impact foam core into Fairtex's premium leather shell — full coverage across the chest, ribs and back without slowing the wearer down.
The cinched fit holds the vest tight to the torso so the wearer can move freely through combos, and the wide hook-and-loop side closures lock the pad in position through hard rounds.
Main Features:
- Premium leather shell with dense impact foam core
- Full chest, rib and back coverage for body sparring
- Cinched fit holds tight to the torso for unrestricted movement
- Wide hook-and-loop side closures for a locked-in fit
- Handmade in Thailand by Fairtex craftsmen
Compare the colourways in Fairtex Body Pads or shop the wider Body Pads range.
Manufactured by: Fairtex
Product Type: Body Pads
Gender: Unisex
Material: Leather
Origin: Thailand
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