{"product_id":"pao-esprit-boxe","title":"Thai pad 38 cm","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.eb-prod{font-family:inherit;color:inherit;line-height:1.75}\n.eb-prod h2{margin-top:2rem;margin-bottom:.6rem;font-weight:700;font-size:1.15em}\n.eb-prod p{margin-bottom:.9rem}\n.eb-prod ul,.eb-prod ol{margin:.5rem 0 1rem 1.4rem}\n.eb-prod li{margin-bottom:.45rem}\n.eb-prod strong{font-weight:600}\n.eb-prod a{color:#0066cc;text-decoration:underline}\n.eb-prod a:hover{color:#004a99}\n.eb-badges{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:.5rem;margin-bottom:1.35rem}\n.eb-badge{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.03em;padding:5px 13px;border-radius:999px;line-height:1}\n.eb-badge-type{background:#fff;color:#1a1a1a;border:1.5px solid #1a1a1a}\n.eb-cat-premium{background:#1a1a1a;color:#f0c040;border:1.5px solid #1a1a1a}\n.eb-summary{background:#f5f0eb;border-left:4px solid #c0392b;padding:.9rem 1.1rem;border-radius:0 4px 4px 0;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.eb-summary p{margin:0}\n.eb-scroll{overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;margin:1.25rem 0}\n.eb-scroll .eb-specs{margin:0;min-width:540px}\n.eb-specs{width:100% !important;border-collapse:collapse;margin:1.25rem 0;font-size:14px;background:#fff !important;table-layout:auto !important;display:table !important}\n.eb-specs thead{display:table-header-group !important}\n.eb-specs tbody{display:table-row-group !important}\n.eb-specs tr{display:table-row !important}\n.eb-specs th,.eb-specs td{display:table-cell !important;word-break:normal !important;overflow-wrap:normal !important;hyphens:none !important}\n.eb-specs th{background:#1a1a1a !important;color:#f0c040 !important;padding:9px 13px;text-align:left;font-weight:700;font-size:11px;text-transform:uppercase;white-space:nowrap}\n.eb-specs td{padding:9px 13px;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;color:#333 !important;vertical-align:top;background:#ffffff !important}\n.eb-specs td:first-child{white-space:nowrap;font-weight:600}\n.eb-specs tbody tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f7f5f2 !important}\n.eb-specs tr:last-child td{border-bottom:none}\n.eb-faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding:.9rem 0}\n.eb-faq-item:last-child{border-bottom:none}\n.eb-faq-q{font-weight:700;margin-bottom:.3rem;color:#1a1a1a;font-family:inherit}\n.eb-faq-a{margin:0;color:#444;line-height:1.7;font-family:inherit}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"eb-prod\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"eb-badge eb-badge-type\"\u003ePremium PU leather\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"eb-badge eb-badge-type\"\u003e38 x 19 x 10 cm \/ 15 x 7.5 x 4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"eb-badge eb-cat-premium\"\u003eKicks \u0026amp; knees\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe essentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e an \u003cstrong\u003eEsprit Boxe\u003c\/strong\u003e Thai pad in black \u003cstrong\u003epremium PU leather\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e38 x 19 x 10 cm \/ 15 x 7.5 x 4 in\u003c\/strong\u003e. A \u003cstrong\u003ecurved design\u003c\/strong\u003e giving an ideal impact surface, and \u003cstrong\u003ehigh density padding\u003c\/strong\u003e for shock absorption. A \u003cstrong\u003ereinforced handle\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ehook-and-loop straps\u003c\/strong\u003e for a custom fit on the forearm. \u003cstrong\u003eLight and versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e, built to take \u003cstrong\u003ekicks and knees\u003c\/strong\u003e safely. \u003cstrong\u003eSold singly\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026euro;69\u003c\/strong\u003e, free standard delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thai pad is the tool that opens training up to the \u003cstrong\u003elegs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Where a focus mitt stops at the fists, this \u003cstrong\u003eEsprit Boxe Thai pad\u003c\/strong\u003e takes \u003cstrong\u003elow kicks\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emiddle kicks\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eknees\u003c\/strong\u003e — the foundation of muay thai, kickboxing and MMA. Its \u003cstrong\u003elight\u003c\/strong\u003e build lets you hold full rounds without the arms loading up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e38 x 19 x 10 cm: coverage and lightness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e38 cm \/ 15 in\u003c\/strong\u003e length covers the forearm and protects the holder across the whole impact zone. The \u003cstrong\u003e19 cm \/ 7.5 in\u003c\/strong\u003e of width give a generous target, easy to find even on a kick thrown at full speed. The \u003cstrong\u003e10 cm \/ 4 in\u003c\/strong\u003e of thickness are the safety margin: that layer of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh density padding\u003c\/strong\u003e dissipates the energy of a shin before it reaches the arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCurved design and shock absorption\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecurved design\u003c\/strong\u003e gives an \u003cstrong\u003eideal impact surface\u003c\/strong\u003e: the foot or the knee meets a rounded area rather than a flat edge, which spreads the force across more surface and reduces the risk of a badly taken shot. The \u003cstrong\u003ehigh density padding\u003c\/strong\u003e improves absorption and protects the holder's forearms through repeated series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReinforced handle and hook-and-loop straps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back combines a \u003cstrong\u003ereinforced handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a comfortable, secure hold, with \u003cstrong\u003ehook-and-loop fixing straps\u003c\/strong\u003e that allow a \u003cstrong\u003ecustom fit\u003c\/strong\u003e to each coach's build. The pad stays locked to the forearm on impact: no rotation, no slipping, even on a powerful kick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium PU leather and laced build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is \u003cstrong\u003epremium PU leather\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for a \u003cstrong\u003elong working life\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rim is assembled with \u003cstrong\u003eexposed lacing\u003c\/strong\u003e, stronger than plain stitching on an area under repeated strain. The striking face carries the \u003cstrong\u003eEsprit Boxe\u003c\/strong\u003e mark in white, and the edge the \u003cstrong\u003eESPRIT BOXE\u003c\/strong\u003e marking framed by stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-scroll\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"eb-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEsprit Boxe Thai pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 x 19 x 10 cm \/ 15 x 7.5 x 4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium PU leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePadding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh density, improved shock absorption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurved design, ideal impact surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExposed lacing around the rim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReinforced handle and adjustable hook-and-loop straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColourway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, Esprit Boxe marking in white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold singly (1 pad)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKicks and knees — muay thai, kickboxing, MMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026euro;69 — free standard delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThai pad, shield or focus mitt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-scroll\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"eb-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEquipment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHow it is held\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTechniques covered\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThai pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrapped to the forearm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKicks, knees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 x 19 x 10 cm \/ 15 x 7.5 x 4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini shield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 handles, one or two hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy shots, punching power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 x 10 cm \/ 10 x 4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocus mitt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorn on the hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePunches, speed, precision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin and compact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing it well\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTighten the straps before the round:\u003c\/strong\u003e a loose pad turns on the forearm and exposes the elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeet the shot:\u003c\/strong\u003e move the pad slightly into the strike rather than taking it flat, the energy dissipates better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraced arm, bent elbow:\u003c\/strong\u003e never extend the arm as you take a middle kick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo pads for combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e order a pair to equip both arms and run punches and kicks with no dead time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe after each session with a dry cloth, air it and let it dry naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso at Esprit Boxe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor heavy shots held with two hands: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/round-punch-shield-25cm\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Round mini punch shield 25 cm\"\u003e25 cm round mini punch shield\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor punch work: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/leather-focus-mitts\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Esprit Boxe focus mitts\"\u003eEsprit Boxe focus mitts\u003c\/a\u003e, their \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/round-focus-mitts\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Round focus mitts\"\u003ecompact round version\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gold-focus-mitts\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gold Edition focus mitts\"\u003eGold Edition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe whole \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/boxing-focus-mitts\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Focus mitts and striking targets\"\u003efocus mitts and striking targets\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is a Thai pad and what is it for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-a\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003eA Thai pad is a long striking target the coach straps to the forearm. It is used to work kicks and knees safely: its thickness and high density padding absorb impacts a focus mitt could not take. It is the core equipment of muay thai, kickboxing and MMA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this Thai pad?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-a\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003e38 cm \/ 15 in long, 19 cm \/ 7.5 in wide and 10 cm \/ 4 in thick. The length covers the forearm, the width gives a target that is easy to find, and the thickness provides the safety margin against kicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eThai pad or focus mitt: which should I choose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-a\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003eIt depends on the techniques you work. A focus mitt goes on the hand, stays thin and suits punch work: speed, combinations, precision. A Thai pad straps to the forearm and absorbs kicks and knees. A fully equipped club has both, often with a shield as well for the heaviest shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is premium PU leather?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-a\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003eA higher grade synthetic leather, chosen here for its working life and its lightness. On a Thai pad, lightness counts as much as strength: the coach holds the equipment at arm's length for the whole round. PU leather is also easier to clean than real leather and unaffected by damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs it suitable for beginners?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-a\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes, provided whoever holds the pad is properly set: straps tight, elbow bent, arm braced and a slight movement into the shot. That is exactly what a Thai pad is for — letting a beginner strike hard without risk, which a focus mitt does not allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eb-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do you look after it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eb-faq-a\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003eWipe the surface with a dry or lightly damp cloth after each session, then let it dry at room temperature. Avoid soaking and direct heat. Check the state of the lacing and the grip of the hook-and-loop straps from time to time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"aspritboxe.com","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":55360895975800,"sku":"PAO.EB.38","price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/3369\/2608\/files\/PAO_Esprit_Boxe.jpg?v=1763351347","url":"https:\/\/aspritboxe.com\/en\/products\/thai-pad-38cm","provider":"aspritboxe.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}