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Hi guys, just a quick update review on the differences between the new Winning FG-2900 and the new FG-5000. Recently Winning brought out new lighter versions of both headgears.
Original review here: http://www.sherdog.net/forums/f67/winning-fg-5000-vs-fg-2900-a-1557747/
FG-2900 new version
The FG-2900 was originally 12oz in weight and is now 10oz.
Honestly, I can’t tell the difference between the old model and the new one except for a small change in weight. It’s still my preferred headgear for MMA standup sparring due to it’s protection, vision, comfort and quality. It’s basically perfect.
FG-5000 new version
The FG-5000 was originally 21oz and is now 15oz.
The FG-5000 is noticeably different though. Obviously, the weight has come down. The new version feels essentially the same weight as the FG-2900 used to. It’s very, very light.
The big difference is that the inside frame has changed. On the old model the headgear would sit tight around your forehead (which is where you would measure for sizing) but that was really the only contact with your face as the nosebar sat just away from your nose. There didn't seem to be much padding around your cheeks making contact with your face the same way as a mexican style headgear hugs your cheeks.
Now there is padding around the cheek area INSIDE the headgear, so when wearing the headgear it sits flush on your forehead and hugs your cheeks.
The best way I can think to describe the new FG-5000 is like wearing an FG-2900 INSIDE an FG-5000. The cheekbone protection on the inside makes it even more comfortable and even more protective, and it’s even lighter than before.
Conclusion
In my opinion the FG-5000 is the best boxing headgear money can buy. With that said, I still agree with my initial review that the FG-2900 is better value and more versatile for MMA sparring. The FG-5000 seems a bit bulky if your going to try and do clinch work or a small amount of grappling with it. The 2900 is much sleeker for that purpose.
Original review here: http://www.sherdog.net/forums/f67/winning-fg-5000-vs-fg-2900-a-1557747/
FG-2900 new version
The FG-2900 was originally 12oz in weight and is now 10oz.
Honestly, I can’t tell the difference between the old model and the new one except for a small change in weight. It’s still my preferred headgear for MMA standup sparring due to it’s protection, vision, comfort and quality. It’s basically perfect.
FG-5000 new version
The FG-5000 was originally 21oz and is now 15oz.
The FG-5000 is noticeably different though. Obviously, the weight has come down. The new version feels essentially the same weight as the FG-2900 used to. It’s very, very light.
The big difference is that the inside frame has changed. On the old model the headgear would sit tight around your forehead (which is where you would measure for sizing) but that was really the only contact with your face as the nosebar sat just away from your nose. There didn't seem to be much padding around your cheeks making contact with your face the same way as a mexican style headgear hugs your cheeks.
Now there is padding around the cheek area INSIDE the headgear, so when wearing the headgear it sits flush on your forehead and hugs your cheeks.
The best way I can think to describe the new FG-5000 is like wearing an FG-2900 INSIDE an FG-5000. The cheekbone protection on the inside makes it even more comfortable and even more protective, and it’s even lighter than before.
Conclusion
In my opinion the FG-5000 is the best boxing headgear money can buy. With that said, I still agree with my initial review that the FG-2900 is better value and more versatile for MMA sparring. The FG-5000 seems a bit bulky if your going to try and do clinch work or a small amount of grappling with it. The 2900 is much sleeker for that purpose.
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