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Adidas Amateur Competition
Updated: April 2026
Editor Score 7.00/10
Competition Open Face Competition Advanced
$99.77
Prices vary by retailer and size.
Material FLX 3.0 Maya PU
Closure Velcro
Origin USA · Made in Pakistan
Protection
Ear: ✓
Nose: ✗
Approved For USA Boxing, World Boxing
Color
Performance Metrics
Cheek Protection
7/10
Chin Protection
7/10
Top Protection
8/10
Visibility
10/10
Fit & Adjustability
8/10
Durability
7/10
Value
8/10
Scores are based on structured evaluation across 7 protection and usability metrics. Learn more
Bottom Line
Adidas's competition-legal - USA Boxing and World Boxing approved, maximum visibility, but synthetic PU rather than leather.
Strong price-to-performance for its tier.
Where to Buy
Intended Use
Who This Is For
The Adidas Amateur Competition is built for one purpose: meeting the rules that govern Olympic and national-level amateur boxing. It carries dual approval from both USA Boxing and World Boxing - the widest sanctioning coverage of any Adidas - and has reportedly been worn at past Olympic Games. The open-face design delivers a perfect 10 for visibility: judges need to see fighters' faces clearly, and this does nothing to obstruct that. The high-density multi-layer EVA foam with I-comfort+ lining handles the protection load across the crown, temples, and ears, while the adjustable hook-and-loop closure keeps it secure without a partner needed to lace it. Available in Red, Blue, and Black - the three standard corner colours. For heavy sparring, choose the Adi-Star Pro instead; this is your competition-day .
Who It's Not For
- Heavy sparring
- Those needing cheek or chin protection
- Fighters wanting leather
Pros & Cons
Pros
- USA Boxing and World Boxing approved - valid for Olympic qualifiers and national tournaments
- Reported to have been worn at past Olympic Games
- Maximum visibility through open-face design - judges can read every punch clearly
- High-density multi-layer EVA foam with I-comfort+ lining for impact management
- Lightweight construction won't fatigue the neck over a multi-round bout
- Available in Red, Blue, and Black - the three standard competition colours
- 5.0★ from the few reviewers who praised comfort and quality
Cons
- FLX 3.0 Maya PU - synthetic, not genuine leather like Cleto Reyes equivalents
- Open face = minimal cheek and no chin protection - for training prefer the Adi-Star Pro
- Only 2 reviews - community verification essentially absent
- Velcro-only closure; less precision than lace-up systems
- $99.77 for synthetic PU is a step down in material value vs the Adi-Star Pro at the same price
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