Wrist Wraps

Compared across 6 organizations. Uniform & Apparel category.

Rule Text by Organization

IKSFA International Kettlebell Sport & Fitness Academy

Wrist wraps are permitted but athletes should avoid excessive thickness.

IKMF International Kettlebell Marathon Federation

Athletes may use wrist wraps/guards no wider than 12 cm.

12 cm

WKSF World Kettlebell Sport Federation

Wrist wraps: Maximum width of 12 cm (length unlimited).

12 cm

IUKL International Union of Kettlebell Lifting

Athletes may use bandages with a maximum length of 1.5 meters. The width of bandage wrapping on the wrist must not exceed 10 cm. The width of bandage wrapping on the knee (lap) must not exceed 25 cm. Kneecaps and groin protection are also permitted.

10 cm

GSU Girevoy Sport Union

Athletes may use wrist bandages/wraps. Following IUKL specifications: bandages must not exceed 1.5 meters in total length. The width of bandage wrapping on the wrist must not exceed 10 cm. Wrist guards are also permitted provided they comply with width requirements and do not contain thick plastic or metal reinforcement plates (which are illegal under IUKL rules).

10 cm

IKO International Kettlebell Organization

Athletes may use wrist guards no wider than 12 cm.

12 cm

Frequently Asked Questions

How does International Kettlebell Sport & Fitness Academy (IKSFA) define wrist wraps?

Wrist wraps are permitted but athletes should avoid excessive thickness.

How does International Kettlebell Marathon Federation (IKMF) define wrist wraps?

Athletes may use wrist wraps/guards no wider than 12 cm.

How does World Kettlebell Sport Federation (WKSF) define wrist wraps?

Wrist wraps: Maximum width of 12 cm (length unlimited).

How does International Union of Kettlebell Lifting (IUKL) define wrist wraps?

Athletes may use bandages with a maximum length of 1.5 meters. The width of bandage wrapping on the wrist must not exceed 10 cm. The width of bandage wrapping on the knee (lap) must not exceed 25 cm. Kneecaps and groin protection are also permitted.

How does Girevoy Sport Union (GSU) define wrist wraps?

Athletes may use wrist bandages/wraps. Following IUKL specifications: bandages must not exceed 1.5 meters in total length. The width of bandage wrapping on the wrist must not exceed 10 cm. Wrist guards are also permitted provided they comply with width requirements and do not contain thick plastic or metal reinforcement plates (which are illegal under IUKL rules).

How does International Kettlebell Organization (IKO) define wrist wraps?

Athletes may use wrist guards no wider than 12 cm.

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