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Knight X
Updated: May 2026
$145.00
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Bottom Line
Vision-first sparring from Fly's accessible X line. Triple-density foam, ultra-lightweight, $184. Solid value alternative to the Hayabusa T3 and Cleto Reyes Cheek Protector.
Strong price-to-performance for its tier.
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Intended Use
Who This Is For
The Fly Knight X is the budget version of Fly's premium Knight 2 line — same vision-first design philosophy, lighter artificial leather construction, triple-density foam for graduated impact absorption. The 'X' designation across Fly's lineup signals the accessible tier: same design DNA, different materials, lower price. Reviewers consistently praise the lightweight feel and field of vision. The triple-foam construction is meaningful — softer inner layer for comfort, firmer outer layers for impact distribution. At $184, this is positioned squarely against the Hayabusa T3 ($129) and Cleto Reyes Cheek Protector ($199), offering the Fly UK brand pedigree at a competitive price point.
Who It's Not For
- Premium leather purists
- UK-made enthusiasts
- Buyers needing chin protection
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Triple-density foam construction for graduated impact absorption
- Open vision panel design — wide field of view
- Ultra-lightweight feel
- Strong value at $184 — competes with Hayabusa T3 ($129) and Cleto Reyes Cheek Protector ($199)
- 6+ colorway options
- UK brand backing without the made-to-order wait
Cons
- Artificial leather, not premium Italian leather like the Knight 2
- Made in Pakistan rather than UK
- No USA Boxing sanctioning
- Limited chin protection
- Lighter cheek isolation than the flagship Knight 2
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