Replying to Getting into Boxing

I have always thought about getting into some type of martial art-type sport. Boxing has always seemed interesting to me, and runs in my family with my late grandpa being a boxer in his younder days.

I am about 6'1 and around 160-165 lbs and 19 years old. Tall and skinny. I just got done playing college level soccer so my cardio shape is not really a problem at all. I can easily get back to top cardio performance. I have no equipment so my main question is what to get first? A heavy bag? What gloves ect ect. There is possible one actualy boxing ring in my town but i am not positive.

Also looking for some input. I have never been in a fight or anything but I did take a non-sparring kick boxing course that I really enjoyed. Wondering if anyone on here is a boxer or has tried it and could tell me about their experiences. My goal right now would be to cut down my body fat, which is already small, and tone up a bit adding some muscle but not a ton. My legs are the most muscular part of my body being a soccer player and skier. I was thinking staying in the 165lbs middle weight class. Opinions on this would be great too. Thanks for any help or opinions. +k for good answers.