Cleto Reyes boxing gloves - how to make them fit perfectly

Cleto Reyes is one of the most legendary brands in boxing – handcrafted in Mexico, made from the finest leather, and with a fit that's valued by professionals worldwide.

But many people ask the question: Do you need to break in Cleto Reyes boxing gloves before they fit perfectly?

The answer: Yes – but only briefly. Thanks to the soft, high-quality materials, you don't need to spend weeks breaking them in. With a few simple steps, your new gloves will fit like a second skin in no time.

1. Always train with wraps

Boxing wraps not only protect your wrists and knuckles, but also ensure that the inner lining adapts to the shape of your bandaged hand. This ensures the glove fits perfectly during training and competition.

2. Start light, then increase

During the first four to five sessions, you should use medium force on a punching bag or pads. This allows the padding to mold evenly without putting unnecessary strain on the material.

3. No forced "softening"

Cleto Reyes gloves are handmade – pressing them too hard, bending them, or "working" them will do more harm than good. Let the leather and padding adapt naturally.

4. Use warmth

During training, the leather warms up due to your body heat and automatically becomes more supple. Some pros even wear the gloves at home for a short time to speed up the adaptation process.

5. Patience pays off

After one to two weeks of regular training, Cleto Reyes gloves fit perfectly. The firm feeling at the beginning is intentional – this way, they adapt perfectly to your hand and remain reliable for years.

Try them on instead of just ordering – at the Vikingstore Bern & St. Gallen

At the Vikingstore, you don't have to order your Cleto Reyes gloves "blindly."

In our stores in Bern and St. Gallen, you can try on the gloves directly and test out different models.

We are the only official Cleto Reyes partner in Switzerland and order directly from Mexico – so you can be sure of receiving genuine, top-quality products.

Our on-site consultation will help you find the perfect size and model for your training – whether sparring, competition, or punching bag training.

Conclusion:

With the right approach, your Cleto Reyes boxing gloves will fit perfectly in no time.

And if you'd like to hold them in your hands, try them on, and get advice beforehand, we look forward to your visit to the Viking store – in Bern or St. Gallen, or, of course, online.