Looking for a new Gi

[Ramma]

I appreciate the time guys. I am much more of a No Gi guy, and am just looking to be much more active in those types of classes. For that reason, I have very limited knowledge of gis beyond Tae Kwon Do gis when I used to practice it.


Well, if it helps...

I am 5'9+, pants being 32/34 width x 32/34 length. I wear large shirts

All 4 brands you listed together are owned by people at my school. So seeing them and hearing good input is what I am looking for.


MWW - More or less, I am looking for something that isn't going to be so heavy and tight that no air gets through. I already friggin sweat like crazy. I mean, sometimes I bring a second shirt to my No Gi class lol. The gi I have now is not what I would call "heavy", know what I mean? I don't feel like I have 5lbs weight on the back of my neck. It is comfortable.

All and all, I want a great gi, but not a perfect one.. I don't need a perfect one.

[Noob]

Originally Posted by Ramma

I appreciate the time guys. I am much more of a No Gi guy, and am just looking to be much more active in those types of classes. For that reason, I have very limited knowledge of gis beyond Tae Kwon Do gis when I used to practice it.


Well, if it helps...

I am 5'9+, pants being 32/34 width x 32/34 length.

All 4 brands you listed together are owned by people at my school. So seeing them and hearing good input is what I am looking for.


MWW - More or less, I am looking for something that isn't going to be so heavy and tight that no air gets through. I already friggin sweat like crazy. I mean, sometimes I bring a second shirt to my No Gi class lol. The gi I have now is not what I would call "heavy", know what I mean? I don't feel like I have 5lbs weight on the back of my neck. It is comfortable.

All and all, I want a great gi, but not a perfect one.. I don't need a perfect one.

If heat is a concern, I would recommend against HCK. They are built very very tough, and consequently are thick. Not what I would call heat-efficient.


You don't sound as though your body type is especially far on either end of the scale. You shouldn't have much trouble finding a gi to fit you. Heat shrinking it can always help if you are able to fine-tune it without ruining the gi.

[MWW]

Originally Posted by Noob

If heat is a concern, I would recommend against HCK. They are built very very tough, and consequently are thick. Not what I would call heat-efficient.


You don't sound as though your body type is especially far on either end of the scale. You shouldn't have much trouble finding a gi to fit you. Heat shrinking it can always help if you are able to fine-tune it without ruining the gi.

I agree with Noob. If you are wanting a lighter more breathable gi then HCK isn't what you want. They are pretty much indestructable but they are also kind of on the heavier side. It sounds like you are a candidate for a nice single weave gi. Keep in mind though that for the most part the lighter the gi the quicker it will wear out but that's offset by the generally lower cost of the single weaves. For light, comfortable gis I like Fuji and Gameness. You can get both from budovideos for around $70.00.

[Noob]

Originally Posted by MWW

I agree with Noob. If you are wanting a lighter more breathable gi then HCK isn't what you want. They are pretty much indestructable but they are also kind of on the heavier side. It sounds like you are a candidate for a nice single weave gi. Keep in mind though that for the most part the lighter the gi the quicker it will wear out but that's offset by the generally lower cost of the single weaves. For light, comfortable gis I like Fuji and Gameness. You can get both from budovideos for around $70.00.

Fuji and Gameness are good recommendations for lightweave gi's. Vulkan is also famous for their summer weave gi. I've not used it, but it is supposedly very lightweight and comfortable.


Sirius makes a few ultralight gold weave gi's that are intended to balance lightness of weight and some degree of comfort/durability. I've not yet used one, but it's next on my wish list.

[Ramma]

Any specific links you guys would suggest? Or any single weave fuji/Gameness would do?

[MWW]

Originally Posted by Ramma

Any specific links you guys would suggest? Or any single weave fuji/Gameness would do?

Check this link out for Fuji: DISCOUNT MARTIAL ARTS SUPPLIES & UNIFORMS

For Gameness and Sirius: Budovideos.com - Jiu-Jitsu Uniforms - Kimonos

Budo videos also carries the Fuji but the above site has a free shipping deal going on right now.

[Noob]

Sirius Kimonos

Vulkan Kimonos Ultra Light Jiu-Jitsu Gi

[Ramma]

So, after heavy, heavy research and such. I have narrowed it down to 2 Gis

http://www.nabjjf.com/store/cart.php...ct_detail&p=21 (Gameness Platinum Weave)

Budovideos.com - Gameness White Single Weave Gi (Gameness Single Weave)

Ultimately, I think I am going to go with the first one (Platinum). Probably in red or blue. I've never owned any gi other than white. Time for a change.

[Palma]

Originally Posted by Ramma

So, after heavy, heavy research and such. I have narrowed it down to 2 Gis

http://www.nabjjf.com/store/cart.php...ct_detail&p=21 (Gameness Platinum Weave)

Budovideos.com - Gameness White Single Weave Gi (Gameness Single Weave)

Ultimately, I think I am going to go with the first one (Platinum). Probably in red or blue. I've never owned any gi other than white. Time for a change.

Dude, you don't that shit unless you want to buy another one is six months... get a koral.

[Ramma]

Originally Posted by Palma

Dude, you don't that shit unless you want to buy another one is six months... get a koral.

Really? I have guys at my school who have been using Gameness forever and have heard no complaints.

If you have something specific in mind, send me a link of some good stuff.