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Worn By Champions, For Champions-Fortis

Fight for Comfort

Fortis comes from the Latin word which means strong, brave and powerful. What better wording for a brand that was built by fighters, for fighters. A lion represents and shares the same characteristics, and thus the lion personifies Fortis. While every fighter may carry the same attributes, Fortis is proud to represent the true fighters and warriors! When it comes to training, boxing gloves, and apparel to wear in and out of the ring, Fortis aims to deliver the 1-2 punch in comfort and style.

Whether you are a boxing, MMA fighter, or you just train to keep fit, Fortis has you covered. Whatever life throws at you, you must keep on going and that is why what you rep matters. Our crew connected with Fortis to review their lineup of boxing apparel to see if the fit and vibe matches the true heart of a Lion.

INITAL IMPRESSIONS

Fortis is an apparel and boxing equipment brand based in the United Kingdom with a mission to create premium quality apparel and equipment to represent boxing as it should be. Not only that but they believe a big part of boxing is giving back. Our crew learned that FAortis has teamed up with the charity Penny Appeal to help and aid underprivileged countries and those undergoing crisis. With 5% off all proceeds donated to this charity, Fortis can fight both in and out of the ring.

BOMBER JACKETS

Look no further for the perfect jacket to wear to the gym or even something else. Combining durability and style, this bomber jacket is a staple to any wardrobe. Carefully crafted from a mix of premium cotton and polyester, comes with raglan sleeves and slash pockets to put your essentials in. On the left sleeve, features the 3 lion claws finished with the roaring lion on the front.

• 60% cotton, 40% polyester fleece

• Ribbed crew neck, waistband, and cuffs

• YKK zipper


SWEATSHIRTS


The Fortis Couture top is part of a limited edition collection. Featuring a unique artistic design of a roaring lion on the front. The Couture top has everything you’d expect from a premium Fortis top. Soft fleece inside, a comfortable fit and it compliments your physique. Layer this with one of our jackets or wear it on its own.

  • Side-seamed

  • Double-needle stitched rib collar & cuffs

  • Limited edition collection

  • 65% cotton, 35% polyester

  • Tightly knit 3-end fleece


JOGGERS

Lux joggers give you that lightweight feel but great performance. They have the perfect amount of stretch but also offer non-restrictive movement. Whether you want to use these for that big training session or for doing roadwork outside, these will support you all the way.

  • Elastic waistband with external drawcord

  • Contrast drawcord and side pockets

  • Lower rise on the front, longer rise on the backside

  • 60% cotton, 40% polyester pre-shrunk fleece

  • World famous Fortis lion embroidered on left side

  • 1×1 rib cuffs with spandex for stretch and recovery

  • Tapered leg


BOXING GLOVES

Expertly hand-crafted leather boxing gloves, made using luxurious veal leather in Mexico to give that durability and longevity. Worn and endorsed by professional boxers and athletes ensuring you get superior quality gloves.

Taking a closer look at the Predator gloves, you’ll see they are crafted from the most exquisite full grain veal leather – which gives it durability and a great look. The perfectly in line double stitching is painstakingly carried out by hand using nylon threading to make sure you have the best possible gloves. The gloves are padded all in the right places using our special padding so your tools are safe and minimize any risk of injury to yourself or your opponent. Your knuckles, wrists and hands will be secure in the Fortis Predator boxing gloves.

Whether you want to use these gloves for sparring, mitt work, heavy bag or just general training. Your new boxing gloves are waiting for you.

  • Lace up closure

  • Moisture repellent lining

  • Unique mixture of internal padding

  • Full grain Veal-skin leather

  • Made in Mexico

As you can see, Fortis has all you need to get boxing-fit ready, and stay ready for whatever comes into the ring.


Our initial duuude impression: Fortis has the ring covered. Now it just needs you.

TRYING THEM OUT

Fortis’s lineup is vast yet very specific to getting Champions in the Ring and dominating once they arrive. Our crew tested a few products out to evaluate the overall quality, fit, and brand.

Construction 

The construction of the shirts, hoodies, joggers- all the items- were top notch. Some of the sizing is a bit smaller than the normal “fit” we are used to, but we don’t see that as a negative when it comes to the sew lines, material, and overall construction of the apparel. The clean hem lines, overall body fit, and the material blends were solid.

  • Construction Rating: 9/10

Material Quality

Quality is key. When it comes to the material used in Fortis’ lineup, it ranks up there with other high end brands. The 65% cotton, 35% polyester blend of the sweatshirt was nice on cooler days and flexible enough to go wherever you roam.

The material is much like you would find from custom apparel designers and soft and durable for the wash. Solid selection of sourced materials for the line of apparel.

Material Rating: 8/10

Feel/wearability 

What good is a sweatshirt, jacket, jogger- any apparel, if the feel is not right? We do not buy or try shirts just for the looks in a box- we want to make sure they feel and wear great. Well, the sweatshirt, joggers, and jackets do. Even after several washes (ok listen we washed them to test out how to wash, ok?)….anyhow, no matter the activity the feel is still as soft, comfortable, and clean looking as the first time.

  • Feel/Wearability Rating: 9/10

Our crew dug the lineup from Fortis and with the lineup of Champions on their team, it is no wonder this brand makes you feel like you could rule the world.

STANDOUT FEATURES

What stands out to most does not always stand out to all- for us, some of the standout features that we found with Fortis was:

  • For starters, Fortis partnered with boxing star Jose Vargus to develop a line of apparel, you can explore our limited edition collection of t-shirts, hoodies and caps

  • Fortis teamed up with the charity Penny Appeal. Penny Appeal helps aid underprivileged countries and those undergoing crisis. 5% off all proceeds are donated to this charity

  • Boxing gloves to accessories, and apparel to go with? Sign us up.

  • Fortis didn’t forget the kids or the ladies- you too can rep Fortis wherever you call home (or the ring)

Fortis Overall duuude Factor: Championship Level Brand for the Champion in You.

Price: Varies by Apparel on Fortis


BRAND INFO

FOR THE WARRIORS IN ALL OF US.

Everyone gets knocked down every now and then, but champions get back up. Feel like a champion every time you wear Fortis!

To check out more of what Fortis has to offer, head on over to their website and get in the ring!


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