HW4 Elastic

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Description

The Fairtex HW4 Elastic is the rubber-blend alternative to Fairtex's cotton wrap range — built with 20% rubber in a polyester base for genuine elastic stretch and active wrist compression. Ventilation holes across the wrap surface improve airflow during intense sessions, and the elastic material restores to its original shape after washing, maintaining consistent performance across its lifespan. The practical differentiator over the HW2 is the compression: the elastic content actively holds the wrist during training rather than simply wrapping around it, which translates to firmer wrist support for fighters who want more lock-in during bag work or sparring. At $14.99 — just $2 above the HW2 — it is excellent value for a rubber-blend elastic wrap from a brand with Fairtex's construction standard. The key limitation flagged by community reviewers is over-tightening: because the elastic returns tension during wrapping, applying it with the same force you'd use on a cotton wrap will result in a wrap that is too tight. The technique adjustment is straightforward once you're aware of it, but it means the HW4 is better suited to fighters who have wrapped before and can calibrate tension by feel.

Not For

• Beginners still learning to wrap (over-tightening risk)
• Fighters who prefer the traditional cotton wrap feel
• Those needing immediate availability (sold out frequently)

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