Top King is no “wet behind the ears” rookie to the Muay Thai gear market. The go-to option of many fighters, the Top Kings sacrifice good looks for cold, hard results. Not that they lack aesthetic appeal; it’s just that the Top Kings sticks with the traditional Muay Thai type of shin guards and pushes it to excellence. Their price is somewhat steep but on the other hand if they were cheaper, they would be too good to be true.

Bulk: The Top Kings provide a superb balance between size, weight and compact design. They are fairly narrow-built, without cutting corners in regards to protection level. They will keep your legs well-protected, while not looking like you’ve strapped tower-shields on your shins. The Top Kings allow you to comfortably kick your opponent to mush without exacting a heavy speed toll due to their weight.

Fit: Being on the traditional side, the Top Kings use the double hook and loop strap system, which is the standard. Although they cusp your legs pretty snuggly, you might need to adjust them occasionally during long-sparring sessions. Their only tiny drawback is that their metal loops are susceptible to rust, as they will be constantly exposed to sweat; nothing that can’t be fixed with a little aftercare.

Protection: The Top Kings start off a bit stiff, but this is only due to the uncompromising protection level they provide. They offer top notch all-around padding, with additional point-of-impact layering making them look and feel indestructible. Their lower leg protection is very decent; however, their ankle and foot padding is not as impenetrable as to allow you to kick elbows with impunity.