About the product
Elastic ankle support from Shinka Combat in pink is a soft support that gives support and compression around the ankle during training. It is sewn in an elastic blend of rubber and polyester, so it sits tight without constricting, and it follows the movement instead of locking the joint. The overlock seam runs all the way round on every side, which is what keeps the edge from fraying. We carry the series because we trust the quality, and we keep it in stock in good quantities.
Benefits
- Support and movement: The balance between holding back and being able to move.
- Washable: Fabric all the way through - 30 degrees in a laundry bag.
- Takes no space: Lies flat in the bag and weighs almost nothing.
- For many sports: Not tied to martial arts - widely used.
Use
- Prevention: For the ankle that tends to roll.
- After a sprain: Extra support as you train on.
- Sparring: For controlled sparring with a partner.
- Running and fitness: Used just as much outside the gym.
Care
- Wash at 30 degrees in a laundry bag
- Hang to dry - no tumble drying
- Never on a radiator or in direct sun
- Take them out of the bag after training
Specifications
- Category
- ankle supports
- Item number
- SC-A-2000341-PIN
- Manufacturer
- Budoxperten ApS, Hvidovre, DK
Sizes and codes
| Variant | EAN |
|---|---|
| X-SmallSC-A-2000341-PIN-XS | 1233456104827 |
| SmallSC-A-2000341-PIN-S | 1233456104834 |
| MediumSC-A-2000341-PIN-M | 1233445167161 |
| LargeSC-A-2000341-PIN-L | 1233456104841 |
Questions and answers
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Which size should I choose?
There are four steps in the selector: X-Small, Small, Medium and Large. Shinka Combat does not publish a size chart, so we do not guess at a measurement in centimetres - the support should sit tight around the ankle without constricting, and the elastic has a little give. Note that the scale is lower here than in the other colours: pink and neon are the only ones with X-Small, but there is no X-Large. If in doubt, write or call us before you order.
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What can an elastic ankle support do - and what can it not?
It gives compression and a reminder to the joint of where the limit is, and it keeps the ankle warm. It is good for prevention and for training on after a mild sprain. What it is not: a splint. If you have a serious injury, an unstable ankle or pain that persists, see a physiotherapist or doctor - an elastic support cannot hold a joint that really wants to go the wrong way.
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Are they sold individually or as a pair?
The price is per piece. If you need support on both ankles, order two. That is worth thinking about if you use them preventively rather than after an injury to one leg - then you usually want them on both sides.
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Can they be washed?
Yes. Wash at 30 degrees in a laundry bag, so the elastic is not stretched, and hang them to dry afterwards. Tumble dryers and radiators ruin the elastic - it loses its tension and never gets it back. Take them out of the bag after training; a closed bag never dries.
