Sting Cotton Shin & Instep Guards | Low-Profile Agility & Speed

Lightweight Impact Defense for Speed & Precision

For athletes who prioritize speed over bulk, the Sting Cotton Shin & Instep Guard offers a streamlined alternative to heavy leather armour. Designed to slip on like a sock, this "hosier style" protector contours perfectly to the anatomy of the leg, providing essential coverage for the tibia and metatarsals without restricting movement. It is the ideal choice for amateur competition, mixed martial arts grappling, or technical sparring where agility is paramount.

Constructed from a heavy-duty elasticized cotton blend, these guards house High-Density (HD) foam inserts that absorb the shock of bone-on-bone contact. Unlike rigid guards with hard buckles that can injure training partners during grappling exchanges, the Sting Cotton Guard is soft-shelled and low-profile, ensuring safety for both you and your opponent during close-quarters combat.

Why Choose Sting Cotton Guards?

• High-Density Foam Core: features strategically placed HD foam panels that dissipate impact energy, protecting your shins and insteps from bruising during checks and kicks.
• Anatomical Slip-On Fit: the elasticized cotton construction stretches to twice its resting size to accommodate various calf sizes while maintaining a tight, non-slip grip on the leg.
• Grappling Friendly Profile: the buckle-free design eliminates hard edges, making these guards safe for MMA ground transitions and preventing scratches on training partners.
• Instep Protection: extends padded coverage to the top of the foot (the delicate metatarsal bones), reducing the pain of elbow collisions when throwing roundhouse kicks.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Heavy-Duty Cotton/Elastic Blend
• Padding: High-Density (HD) Impact Foam
• Style: Slip-On / Sock Style
• Coverage: Shin Bone & Instep (Top of Foot)
• Washability: Machine Washable (Cold cycle recommended)
• Usage: Amateur Competition, MMA, Light Sparring

Sambo Store Pro-Tip

Hygiene & Sizing: Because cotton absorbs sweat more than leather, these guards can harbor bacteria if not cared for. We recommend washing them cold after every few sessions and air drying them to maintain the elasticity. Regarding fit: if you are on the borderline between sizes, we generally recommend sizing down. The elastic will stretch to fit, and a tighter fit prevents the guard from twisting sideways during a kick, ensuring the foam stays over your shin bone.

Shipping & Delivery

We ship worldwide using premium carriers (Australia Post, Aramex, FedEx, UPS) to get your gear to you quickly and safely.

Australia Shipping (Domestic)

• Orders over $200: Eligible orders receive a Shipping Credit. This means FREE Standard Shipping for most Metro/Major areas. For Remote/Rural areas, this credit significantly reduces your shipping rate.
• Heavy & Bulky Items (Over 10kg): Excluded from free shipping. Rates are calculated live at checkout based on weight and dimension.
• Delivery Options: Standard (Most economical) and Priority (Faster delivery) available.

International Shipping

• USA: Duties & Taxes Included (DDP). No surprise customs bills on delivery.
• Rest of World: Best available rates calculated at checkout.
• Tracking: Full tracking included on all shipments.

Processing
Most in-stock items are dispatched within 24–48 hours (Mon–Fri). You will receive an email with tracking details the moment your order leaves our warehouse.

Returns

60-day returns or exchanges for unused items. Online purchases can submit a return request via our returns service.

⚠️ Hygiene Advisory
Due to strict health and hygiene regulations, we cannot accept returns or exchanges for Mouth Guards or Groin Guards once the packaging has been opened.

Please ensure you select the correct size prior to purchase. If the item is found to be faulty, a replacement will be provided.

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Returns

60 day returns or exchanges for unused items,
Online purchases can submit a return request via our returns service
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