Fairtex SP7 Detachable Muay Thai Shin Guard

The Fairtex SP7 Detachable Muay Thai Shin Guard - the ultimate protection for your shins during intense training sessions and competitions. It has detachable pads and comes with an ankle protector. Great for sparring or drilling.

• Protect your shins and ankles
• Made with high-quality Syntek leather for durability and comfort
• In-step design fits snugly around the ankle for added protection
• Detachable shin pads allow for customizable protection
• Suitable for Muay Thai, kickboxing, and other combat sports
• Wide foot and shin protection area - Enlarged side protection area.
• Reinforced padding on the front of shin protector.

Choosing the right shin guard comes down to how you train and what you value most — protection or mobility.

Competition-style shin guards are lighter and slimmer, allowing you to move, kick, and check more naturally. They’re ideal for technical sparring, pad work, and fight prep where speed and realism matter. Many experienced fighters prefer this style because it doesn’t feel bulky or restrictive during movement.

Thicker training shin guards offer more padding and are better suited for beginners or very hard sparring sessions. They provide extra protection but can feel heavier and reduce mobility.

Our take:
If you want a shin guard that feels fast, secure, and fight-ready, a slimmer profile is the better choice. If maximum padding is your priority, a bulkier training model may suit you better.

Genuine leather offers a traditional feel and softens over time, but it requires more maintenance and can wear down faster with heavy sweat exposure.

Fairtex Syntek Leather is:

• Lighter in weight
• More resistant to sweat and moisture
• Easier to clean and maintain
• Extremely durable for frequent training

This is why Fairtex uses Syntek on many of their most popular shin guards — it delivers consistent performance session after session without the upkeep of traditional leather.

If you train regularly and want durability with minimal maintenance, Syntek Leather is a practical, fighter-approved choice.