Panther Athletics — Competition Powerlifting Equipment

Who we are

We don't make gear for everyone. We build competition equipment for lifters who train like every session is a *meet* — spec-first, federation-approved, priced for the *athlete,* not the logo.

7mm

Max IPF-legal thickness

Federations approved

$69

Per pair · free shipping

Day return policy

TheSleeve.

01 — Flagship · 7mm Competition Knee Sleeve

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7MM

02 — Material

NBR/SBR
Neoprene.

The maximum compression depth the IPF permits. Our dual-compound blend holds its stiffness for years where single-compound SBR softens in months — more rebound out of the hole, session after session.

Thermal RetentionCompression DurabilityIPF Max Spec

L/R

03 — Construction

Anatomical.
Not a tube.

Your knee doesn't flex in a straight line — so a symmetrical tube can't compress it evenly. Our true left/right pattern matches the joint's contour at full depth: locked-in at the bottom, where it matters.

L/R Specific30cm LengthTriple Flatlock

04 — Grip System

Honeycomb.
Zero migration.

Dozens of raised silicone contact points interlock with your skin in multiple axes — not a flat strip relying on friction. Warm up in them, max out in them. They don't move between attempts.

3D SiliconeAnti-Curl BindingStays Put

Meet day.
Every day.

$69~~$145 elsewhere~~

Per pair · Free US shipping · XS–XXL

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Panther Athletics knee sleeves — $69/pair

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Fit & Feel — 7mm Competition Sleeve

Fit & Feel

Snaps on.
Stays on.

The honeycomb grip locks against your skin — no rolling, no migrating between attempts. The break-in is real and worth it: by week three they move like part of the joint.

Inner Grip3D Honeycomb Silicone
EdgeAnti-Curl Binding
MigrationZero

Competition — IPF · USAPL · USPA

Every Session

Platform
to gym.

Competition-spec performance that works as hard in daily training as on meet day. Built for lifters who don't train differently when nobody's watching.

Spec7mm × 30cm — IPF Max
StitchingTriple Flatlock
Equipment CheckPasses. Every time.

The honest math.

SBD$145

Rehband$99

Panther$69

Same 7mm IPF specification — that gap is the business model

Premium brands charge for the logo. We charge for materials and construction. Our sleeve is built to the same specification as gear costing twice as much — we just don't bill you for the marketing.

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Launch — $69 Panther Athletics 7mm knee sleeves — pair

IPF APPROVED · 7MM · SOLD AS PAIR

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7mm Competition
Knee Sleeves.

★★★★★ 5.0 — verified competitive lifters

$69 $145 Save $76

In stock · Ships in 24–48h · Free US shipping

Select size *

Measure thigh 10cm above the kneecap, standing. Between sizes? Size up. Free size exchanges.

Measure thigh circumference 10cm above the kneecap, standing. Between sizes? Size up — free size exchanges.
Size	Thigh circumference
XS	28–30 cm · 11.0–11.8 in
S	30–33 cm · 11.8–13.0 in
M	33–36 cm · 13.0–14.2 in
L	36–40 cm · 14.2–15.7 in
XL	40–43 cm · 15.7–16.9 in
XXL	43–46 cm · 16.9–18.1 in

IPF · USAPL · USPA30-Day ReturnsSecure Checkout

Proof, not promises.

5.0

★★★★★

Verified purchases — competitive lifters

"Best sleeves I've used in six years of competing. Switched from SBD and don't miss them."

Marcus T.USAPL · 700lb squat

"The L/R cut makes a huge difference — locked in through the entire range, even at depth."

Sarah K.IPF · 3× national competitor

"Every other sleeve slides mid-set. These lock in at warm-ups and stay locked through PR attempts."

Jake R.USPA · 2+ years on Panther

Questions.

Yes — approved for IPF, USAPL, USPA, and GPC sanctioned competition, built to the maximum permitted spec: 7mm thickness, 30cm length. Carry the packaging to your equipment check as proof of approval.

Measure your thigh circumference 10cm above the kneecap, standing. S: 30–33cm · M: 33–36cm · L: 36–40cm · XL: 40–43cm · XXL: 43–46cm. Between sizes? Size up — you'll appreciate the compression once broken in. Size exchanges are always free.

Completely. New 7mm sleeves need 3–5 sessions of break-in — that's the neoprene at full density. Pro tip: slide a plastic bag over your foot and shin to get them on while they're new.

For powerlifting — always 7mm. More compression, more warmth, more rebound out of the hole. It's the maximum competition spec for a reason. 5mm suits weightlifting and general training; we don't make it.

30-day hassle-free returns on unused items. Size exchanges are free both ways — we don't think you should pay to find the right fit. Email support@pantheratletics.com and we'll sort it.

Orders ship in 1–2 business days from our US warehouse; standard delivery 3–5 business days, free on every order. Expedited available at checkout if you're close to a meet.