(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best other sports types

Here's the breakdown as I see it:

Barring getting a blacksmith to make you you the real deal for thousands and thousands of dollars, the best you could do would be to buy this guy's handmade replicas: He doesn't always have ebay auctions up though, and some times his work will turn up for sale elsewhere.

EDIT: Aaron of Fiberglass Blades is stopping production so that he can move on to bigger and better things. There will be a few auctions for what remains of his inventory this year, but don't expect to pay less than $1000 a piece for each item.

If you are looking for the cheaper mass produced kinds, there are still several to pick from, and even then you need to decide if what you want is more for display or if you actually intend to carry it. None of these are combat safe in any way, but some still are better than others.

A disclaimer about these links: all of these can be found from multiple sellers at multiple prices, so do your shopping! I'm using amazon for picture purposes.

The best one for display in my opinion is this one here. The hilt and blade look fantastic, and it comes with a plaque. It is not good for swinging though; it is very heavy and is most likely not full tang, aka the blade does not continue into the hilt. That said, it is a beautiful piece for the price, and I have one on my wall. It seems to be based off of a mixture of the Link to the Past and Twilight Princess Master Sword designs, as it has barbs, but is not blue in color. There are newer versions of this same sword modeled after the blue master sword and a Dark Link Variant, but I avoided the former because I don't like how the entire handle is one shade of blue. That's your call.

Next up is this one, which is probably the most common. The blade is long, but does not have that awesome shape that the above one does. In my opinion, it does not look as much like the master sword as it ought. The upside to this though it that the sheathe is the best one going in terms of mass produced pieces. I am cosplaying as link at Otakon this weekend, and will be using the sheathe from this sword, attached to this belt that was basically made for this model.

The sword I will be using is this one. I know what you are thinking. Foam? Really? Yes. This is a relatively new product and is of far better quality than I could have expected or even hoped for. It is cosplay safe, light, and the best shape/size/detail/quality replica I have found for the price. if you plan on carrying one without getting arrested, this is the one.

There is another master sword replica out there that you need should watch out for. this one looks very similar to the second one above, but you will notice the blade looks mildly different in the photos. In truth, this one is far smaller than the above one, and is also sharp as hell. Can not recommend. Check the details like blade length and width before buying.

As for the shields, there are thankfully fewer options. As mentioned above, Fiberglassblades makes an amazing one, but it's super expensive. I'd like to own his shield and sword one day, but it will not be anytime soon.

Your mass produced choices as far as I can see are this one or this one

I have the first one, and it is a decent replica for the price. It is set to be held in your left hand, though you can remove the handle, so I expect you could modify it for more accurate use. It is also ready to be hung on a wall, and looks quite nice while doing so. Older models are more flat, while newer models are more curved like traditional shields (unless mine is just warped.) The Downsides are that the strap and handle are rather flimsy. I have reinforced the one I'm using this weekend by making my own leather strap and super gluing the handle in place. This will sadly prevent me from using this shield as a display, but I have an older model for that.

As for the second one, it looks to be a newer version of an earlier and different model. I don't have experience with it, but from what I can tell it seems to be a high quality replica. That said, the model I believe it is based on was not able to be hung on a wall, had the triforce crooked, had the bird painted on and not embossed, and could only be used in your right hand. Perhaps this is why they are pushing this new version. If you get this one, please let me know how it is, because I must say it looks good from the photos.

EDIT: Another user has reported to me that this model still has the issues I had with the earlier version. Neither the Crimson Loftwing nor the Triforce are guaranteed to be accurately placed. This may vary from shield to shield, so buyer beware.

PHEW! Hope that helps!

ive been playing with throwing knives since i was a little kid. sometimes for laughs, my wife will toss things (old cd cases usually) in front of one of my targets and ill pin them to the targets. the kiddos always seem to get a kick out of it. i consider my knives toys. however if used correctly and with proper skill/training, they are very very deadly. personally, anything less than about 1ft for a throwing knife tells me that it doesnt have enough mass to carry the force im going to put into it. the smaller knives just plain dont penetrate enough. the ones i usually play with are fantastic. they easily go about 3 inches through a 2inch plywood sheet. i dont use traditional targets, i use asheet of plywood with an outline of a person with a map of the human circulatory system on it. something like this generally 1 puncture will not be enough to kill, but i suspect that somebody with a large knife sticking out of them, bleeding heavily will probably stop to reevaluate their priorities. 2 blades in any of thoes arteries at the same time, and a person starts leaking like a busted milk jug. when i practice with them, i generally keep 2 or 3 in my left hand that i can easily fan out for blocking and 1 in my right hand that i can strike with, putting 1 finger in the ring and holding it point down lets you use it traditional knife fighter style or swing it by the 1 finger with pretty surprising force. (about 2 inches deep into plywood) if you have a target at distance, you can easily tip the knife up and throw it, then grab another from your left hand to replace it. its alot faster and easier than you might think. the true flight knife that sonoflavey mentioned also looks decent, but ive practiced with screwdrivers before. pretty much anything with a little weight and a point works. in self defense terms, any heavyish aerodynamic piece of metal thrown hard enough is a fair deterrent and theyre just fun to play with. if you are going to play with them, why not play with them in a manner than makes them potentially useful? that said, since getting my concealed handguns licence, i much much prefer my .45, and the knives are pretty much just for fun.

Hmm... that looks like a smaller version of what I used to throw, and the 6.5" size will definitely make it a big tricky to learn. Bigger knives are much easier. You can find a set of "screaming eagles" pretty cheap if you find you enjoy knife throwing after you get frustrated.
I'm not gonna try to explain a technique that's much better explained from a real source, but one thing that definitely helped me when I started was doing short (6-10" flippy throws, instead of adding-force-but-not-trying-to-send-the-thing-spinning-like-a-bat-out-of-hell throws like you'll pick up pretty easily =p), 1/2 flip throws, nice and close just to begin to learn how to feel for the correct flip.

Also, do not be tempted to spin the bloody thing on your finger. I almost slit my wrist open with kunai.. good luck!

(also since you have kunai, have you ever read the history behind the design? )

I like rope, but it can be a bit tricky to get into. It's better than cuffs or restraint because I find the act of tying to be very meditative and sensual. It's slower and more difficult than other restraining methods but to me it's more rewarding.

For just starting out I recommend going to the hardware store and picking up some cheap rope in a 40ft length. Also, safety first! Pick up a pair of EMT shears from your local drug store. They are scissors designed to slip under rope/clothing/etc without being stabbed into skin so if everything goes terribly wrong you can cut him the fuck out quickly. You'll want to switch to hemp or jute rope later on but it's harder to find and not as cheap. Looking up some how to videos on youtube using kewords of: two knotty boys, shibari, chest harness.

Take time to watch these together, look your boyfriend in the eyes and tell him forcefully, "This is practice time, not play time. I'm not going to be good at this so I need to practice it a few times first. If you're a good boy and do what I say and help me learn you might get play time as a reward." Then just follow a video, try to copy what they do, screw it up, and repeat until you think you can do it without watching and try that a few times. Once you can do the tie you've practiced without watching a couple times move on to doing it sexily.

As for sexy times and bondage... it depends on what you and your boyfriend want to get out of it. A lot of the more formal rope bondage doesn't flow nicely into sex and you may need to untie bits here and there and retie them other places to make it work. Bondage for sex isn't the same as the super sexy pictures you see. It's a lot more loose and freeform and messy, not to mention a lot of the tutorials and such are slanted to male rigger, female bunny. But nothing wrong with starting him off in a chest harness, tying him to a chair, and giving him a slow hour long edging blowjob. Or again a basic chest harness, forcing him to his knees to eat you out, pulling him up by his hair before pushing him backwards onto the bed and ridding him like the broken stallion he is.

Or if you want to try really simple easy bondage without rope, pick up some vet wrap. It's breathable, colourful, sticks like glue to itself alone, and is cheap as hell. Wrap it around stuff you want to stay stuck together like two arms behind the back, legs so he can't move them, legs to chair legs, shoulders and upper body for that restricted feeling, anything really.

I bought the three tomahawk brand knives on sale, about a dollar a piece not including shipping. Now everything people say about the quality is true. However at a dollar a knife, they were ideal for me as my first throwing knives.

Because they were so cheap, it wasn't the end of the world to bend or damage one due to my poor throwing as a beginner. They certainly 'worked' as far as throwing knives, but even as a beginner you feel like you wish you had a better quality knife in your hand.

Bottom Line: Can't beat the price for what you get, but as expected they aren't worth much unless you're learning and don't want to damage a good knife.

Edit: Here's what I'm talking about: http://amzn.com/B0044U42LU

Edit 2: Fun fact, these cheap little guys were actually used in the Hunger Games film

okay first of all, are you sure you mean giardia? giardia is a parasite and is easily transmissable to other pets. there is no 'vaccine' for it. so please be sure you understand what you're dealing with.

that said, if it is giardia, what are the pills? are they Flagyl (metronizadole)? if so you may have better luck with Panacur (fenbendazole) in liquid form. it doesn't taste as bad and if your cat is a good eater you may be able to hide it in canned food.

i've bought Safeguard and used it on cats, it's the same active ingredient as Panacur.

of course administering it directly is the safest bet. when i have an unruly cats who need meds i wrap them securely in a heavy towel or blanket so they can't scratch me. then it's just a matter of getting the syringe in their mouth.

I can't pick! I love all the helmets and swords (specifically this one and Pocky is like crack. The collection of dice is awesome cuz I love games and numbers.

I love Kevin lots!

If I have to pick something off my list, I really need a new laptop battery but my face needs eyeliner and I drink a lot of tea and water. Honestly, whatever you would pick would be great!

Thanks!

I bought these on Amazon Doesn't get much better for $23.50.

They obviously have much more expensive ones. People argue wooden ones are the best. But I just wrapped mine up with some athletic tape and they are perfect for the money. And they are super easy to hang from a tree, play set or from the rafters in an attic.

As far as plans go, I have absolutely zero history of gymnastics or ring training. I basically have just browsed around on YouTube watching ring/gymnast training videos. Nothing to specific. But as of now, I only use the rings pull-ups and false grip holds. Because honestly this is all I can do at this point. To me, it kinda seems that you should have a foundation of being able to do a 60 second false grip hold. Here's a quick tutorial And also be able to do around ~15-20 pull-ups before attempting other stuff. Right now I can only get about 8 pull-ups max.

I plan to invest in a training program but have not found one I like yet. I will of course update you when/if I do.

Good luck!

Been adding Heavy Bag into HIIT workouts and after a couple weeks decided I'd like to break the bank for some proper wraps and bag gloves. Haven't been able to find a good store nearby, but online selection is pretty good: they have about 3-4 different sets each from TITLE, Ringside, Hayabusa, Venum and Cleto Reyes. Was wondering if I could get some recommendations for those brands.

-8.7'' wrist, looking for 16oz gloves

-Flexible for price, $150/1100rmb max

-6in1ft, weigh about 210 pounds (hence the workout!)

-Training/bag only going 2-3 times a week.


Based on some research/recommendations been looking at this set in particular:

Hayabusa Tokushu

Also choosing between these wraps, not really sure what to look for other than 180 inch.

Fairtex

Ringside

Everlast

Revgear

Thanks in advance!

Your sword


If I win, this would be awesome!

Thanks for the contest!

I love Kevin !

I have an older pug that slides on tile or hardwood. We have put down long runners of carpet in our house to accommodate him but when we go anywhere with these surfaces, I bring some vet wrap and use it to make little socks. I find they stay on really well as they are self sticking, and also super grippy on the floor. Just another option for your very well cared for pup : )

UMMMMM kay.. ok so I'm an idiot.. so i dont get it.. went right over my head..it was early am and no coffee.
I guess you mean just teh name "chamber of secrets"
sorry if i thought it might had been something real.
and dint find the idea of an imaginary product called the "chamber of secrets" as funny as a very real vibrating broom stick.
at any rate it helps if your not a douchebag and just explain your joke.

ok for a real product.. if you want to make boys smile.
get them a sockem bopper.. the only difference between this an a blow up sheep.. is the shape.


sorry if i find this very real product funnier than some inside joke about how 'chamber of secrets" can be a double entendre for pussy.

Eventually you’ll want a bar or rings (rings work great for the rows too), but you may be able to find something in the meantime. Some stairs work if you can get under and behind them. Or a 2x4 on the ceiling of an unfinished basement. The best option is rings though, assuming you can find a spot to hang them. If you happen to have resistance bands, you can attach them overhead and mimic the pull-up motion.

I’ve been really happy with these rings.

I know I’m late to the party, but maybe this can help someone.

My bun got head tilt in 2014. We treated for infection and e. Cuniculi together and are confident it wasn’t an infection.

Panacur is the medicine you give to rabbits to address e. Cuniculi.

That shit is expensive. Use this instead:

Merck Safeguard Goat Dewormer, 125ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HHLVB8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Ttx4CbTDYM2P4

http://www.msd-animal-health.co.uk/binaries/Panacur_-_Trade_Detail_Aid_tcm80-72082.pdf

According to this page, rabbits should be dosed 20 mg of Fenbendazole per KG of weight. My little guy weighs about 3 pounds so I was giving close to 30 mg daily.

In order to dose the goat dewormer correctly (100 mg/ml), I needed to give him 0.3 ml of medicine daily. If you have any questions with dosing, PM me.

I noticed HUGE improvements right away. He’s relapsed a couple times into the rolling state but a day or two on the medicine helps immediately for me.

He turned 8 this month, having lived with head tilt for 5 years now.

Late on this but to be honest I wouldn't go with the sports direct ones. Hopefully your budget stretches to these which I like: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AUEADVG/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0?psc=1 also I am sure some will disagree but for cheap shins I think as a beginner cotton work well and I used these for my first year and still do now at times https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B008TM6LQ8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522705419&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=venum+shin+guard&dpPl=1&dpID=41guny8tuIL&ref=plSrch

I purchased an unsharpened version of this for Iaido training: http://smile.amazon.com/Musashi-Carbon-Steel-Miyamoto-Sword/dp/B002IZC83C/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1411607379&sr=8-4&keywords=musashi+sword
Mine has 2 pins in the full tang handle. I recommend also buying a cleaning kit. A wooden saya is more authentic to me but will wear or split over time from repetitive drawing and sheathing. I liked the price, reviews and a handle long enough to balance or use a two-handed grip. Educate yourself via research and reviews. Good Luck!

Depends on what you're going for. If you want it to look like the comics, see KirbyW's comment. But if you want it to be 'realistic', I recommend something like this over a black turtleneck, with the proper blue (or red for current continuity, I guess) paint applied. For the pants, slim-fit cargos with shin guards, perhaps?

The mask is pretty easy, 'night mask', or if you want realism, maybe tactical goggles.

"Ninja" stuff might also be a nice touch (grappling hook, throwing knives etc.)

His traditional weapon is 2 eskrima sticks (buy a dowel rod from Hobby Lobby, cut it in half, paint), but collapsible batons could be an interesting alternative.

edit: added a link for goggles.

edit 2: added links for shin guards and knives.

And if you plan on moving your rings a lot and not having a permanent place to hang them, I would really recommend getting competition straps, where the clips lock into number loops, rather than having to sling the straps through a buckle every time you move them or change height. I got mine on Amazon for 58 bucks (compared to 150 from rogue) and having used both, I prefer the cheap ones. I have no association with them lol, just love their product and got a few friends using them and they couldn't be happier
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076X32LFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.KTsDbJVAD2NA

Cheapest solution is usually going to be rings.


That makes Rows easy to handle, however ring dips are kinda hard, because they add the need for core stability on the rings.

Well, the simplest solution for that is one of these., either the purple or the green one. With those rubber bands you can do this: http://www.kingofthegym.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/band-assisted-dips.jpg (Only with rings) To make the dips assisted in the beginning.

Generally I would aim for 15 assissted dips, before you should comfortably be able to do 3 or more without the band.

You best have seen or own Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog or I'm removing your geek cred.

I also think this would look cool on a car, Firefly Emblem.

And I consider my love of Sailor Moon geeky.


Lastly since my username is Zelda related I should include one of the Zelda related items on my list.

Hats off to Mike Robertson for publishing this great SMR ebook and making it available free on his website.

Many people like to use a piece of 4" pvc pipe instead of a foam roller. Wrapping it in a product like vet wrap can give it the friction needed to roll nicely.

• OPTIMUM NUTRITION Gold Standard Double Rich Chocolate
  
  
• Flat shoes for lifts. If you have the money you can do something like adidas powerlift 2.0 shoes for 90 dollars or so and use them for squats and such. Grab some barefoot shoes or just deadlift barfoot.
  
  
• Grip chalk. You likely won't need it now but getting a brick
  
  
• calipers. You don't really need this unless you just want to track it and to ensure not gaining too much fat.
  
  
• Maybe some vitamins
  
  
• Creatine
  
  
• blender bottles. Grab a couple.
  
  
• Gym bag, lock
  
  
• Small tanktops to show off the gains

Fenbendazole for sheep and goats is already in suspension and can be easily diluted for proper dosing since it's mostly water. You will want a feline catheter, a syringe which fits it (ask your vet, they might just throw you these for free) and a lubricant to coat the catheter before sliding it down the snake's throat, vasoline is perfect.

Be careful when doing dilution, use that old chemistry knowledge of stochiometry to do the math right. Dosages can usually be found on the internet.

Edit: you can get the fenbendazole off of amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000HHLVB8?pc_redir=1410401994&robot_redir=1

It's cheaper to just buy pancur powder and turn it into a solution yourself... But I've found that this lasts longer and is less of a hassle.

1. Cut two small holes opposite each other and insert a dowel rod with about a half inch on either side.
   
   
2. Drill a small hole in the exposed ends of the dowels as close to the sides of the containers as possible and insert a large headed nut and bolt it to the dowel rod.
   
   
3. Cut the screw top off the jug so you can fit your hands inside and grip the dowels.
   
   
4. Wrap the entire outside of the jug with 10 to 15 layers of bubble wrap and tape into place. More is more, in this scenario.
   
   
5. Congratulations. You have now made your own Soccer Boppers. Have fun with your friends.

All right, look.

The Miyamoto Sword, made from specified AISI 1060 carbon steel, offered by Musashi, available from Amazon for $125 USD with free shipping.

1060's good enough to slice through water bottles and tatami mats and not worry about bending or chipping the edge. If you cut at the right angle.

So if you REALLY NEED A SWORD THIS SECOND OMG OMG OMG IT CAN'T WAIT o_o SO KAWAIIIII... well then, there you go.

Otherwise, there are a bunch of other vendors you can get a quality practice katana from. Ronin Katana, Cheness, Hanwei, others. But those cost more, and they take time to get it shipped to you.

I have these and really like them. Brought my training to another level.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CLPLOH4

Super easy to set up and adjustable by nature.

No problem. I bought this gi when I first started and its going strong despite hours of grappling with savages :)

Yea, BJJ is similar in that you will practice techniques to build muscle memory. When you execute a technique automatically and correctly against a resisting opponent it will feel effortless. You also have the feedback loop of full speed sparring which is beautiful. Sounds like martial arts is in your blood friend, you'll do fine.

Duuuude, that sword you have on your list? That's pretty badass, I'm a huge sucker for that sort of this. So cool, unf.

By the way, I love Kevin, such a cuddly teddybear <3

And this [NSFW] is my item

Is there a normal amount of chalk you're supposed to use? I just bought this and, having never used chalk before, I don't want to dump a ton of chalk on my hands. Is there a good amount to use or best way to put it on your hands?

In a perfect world, you'll want a pair of 35's, a pair of 25's, two pairs of tens, a pair of 5's, and a pair of 2.5's, in addition to the 45's listed. Obviously, you can make do without, but those increments make progressive overload a bit easier.

> Note: I live in FL and the place doesn't have a screen patio. It will be on grass. Should I buy a large gazebo of some sort? Additional suggestions please.

Well, I'd imagine that it'll last longer if it's not rained on and you probably want to keep dry when you have a 300lb bar on your back. I know I would. Heck, a sturdy tent might work, depending on the weather you get down there.

Also, if you don't have any, get some chalk. Doesn't have to be fancy, just chalk.

I got Double Circle, wood rings, but the thing I really like about it is their strap system. It's not just numbered, each height is sewn closed and notched. Extremely easy and quick to go from doing ring push ups to dips and back again and have both sides balanced exactly

https://www.amazon.com/Double-Circle-Gymnastic-Competition-Straps/dp/B076X32LFY/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1TP1UFXBXYYGY&keywords=double+circle+gymnastic+rings&qid=1554520687&s=gateway&sprefix=double+circle%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

Yep. I like the bricks a little better, myself. That ball is like a sock filled with powder

One of the people at my iaido class won a Musashi in a raffle and he's been very happy with it.

A pair of rings from Amazon can make your door frame bar a lot more versatile. From the /r/bodyweightfitness beginner routine: Ring dips, ring pushups, and horizontal rows. I wrapped my cheap plastic rings in bicycle handlebar tape to make them more comfortable and increase grip. Total with the door frame bar, rings, and tape was about $50. Completely worth it!

Reminds me of these inflatable boxing glove things my friend and I had as kids. We used to absolutely beat the shit out of each other with them. Until one day we suddenly saw blood all over them and found out we were now strong enough to bloody each other with them.

Edit: These: http://www.amazon.com/Big-Time-Toys-Socker-Boppers/dp/B00004YUYS

Something like this would probably suffice:

https://www.amazon.com/xFitness-Gymnastic-Enhanced-Flexible-CrossFit/dp/B01CLPLOH4/ref=pd_lpo_200_tr_t_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2ZQ2FZYPZJQFTRQEZ6E8

Important things: made of wood rather than plastic, decent straps, easily adjustable buckles that don't slip and which are gonna hold up for a good period of time.

[Here's] ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0044U42LU/ref=aw_ls__4?colid=2IYKWTTC0BI9H&coliid=I2R9O1MS5PW5QO) my item. I want them because I have been meaning to learn how to throw knives and begin my ninja training.

Butts are super funny!

Just bought these and love the ease of adjustment!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076X32LFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_oZ-nDbGDMDFZ3

Also looking at this pull up bar because it gets you higher off the ground.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FNQTH4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r1-nDb51XKNNQ

I've owned these for like 2 years now and they work great.
http://www.amazon.com/Yes4All-Exercise-Crossfit-Gymnastic-Flexible/dp/B009RGMC4A/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1457994230&sr=8-3&keywords=olympic+rings

I also own these wood ones

http://www.amazon.com/NEXPro-Gymnastic-Strength-Training-Crossfit/dp/B00Q75DVUI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1457994230&sr=8-6&keywords=olympic+rings

This is clearly the best way to spend 19 bucks

I in a similar situation as you, I am pretty new to BJJ so I have a cheap 50$ gi my gym sells. But I have been eyeing https://www.amazon.com/Fuji-BJJ-Uniform-White-A3/dp/B00GIHVQBG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510337995&sr=8-3&keywords=fuji%2Bbjj%2Bgi&th=1&psc=1 for Christmas. I don't think it comes with a belt though.

Keto is great too, I have been a bit off the wagon recently but still loosing weight and feeling good so I am just going with it. I have been having 100 or less carbs a day and just lowering my fat a bit and its working for me, I think doing BJJ 3 times a week is what is driving that though.

sup everybody. I start my first boxing lessons next friday.

So i need advice on two boxing gloves.

First are the Hayabusa Tokushu Regenesis Boxing Gloves: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PFIOGHK/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I128KUG5BFJDKV&colid=2GCMKUBNUJTKZ

Second are the TITLE INFUSED FOAM IGNITE CEL-TECH BAG GLOVES: https://www.titleboxing.com/gloves/boxing-bag-gloves/title-infused-foam-ignite-cel-tech-bag-gloves

I save a few bucks on the title gloves. I mainly will need them for mits and the heavy bag. I don't want to buy 2 pair of gloves out the gate, so i was wondering if either of these will give me that 2 for 1. Thanks guys!!

For those interested you can buy a trainer (dull) Balisong/Butterfly knife from amazon for about 13$ I bought this one here https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Butterfly-Stainless-Balisong-Unsharpened/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_200_tr_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=JHV6GSWQK53GXVYZ0HDD and have been learning to use it while at my desk. Very fun but it certainly takes some patients and learning.

Gymnastic Rings, you'll use them for things like support holds, rows, pushups, etc.

If you really want to treat yourself, you could get some chalk to help your grip on the rings(although you don't really need it till more advanced moves), a foam roller, or massage stick - but none of those are necessary to get started.

These are the ones I own and they work great for me. But really any of the highly rated ones on Amazon are probably fine. Just make sure you read the reviews and don't order something with straps that slip or other annoying quality issues.

No one answered your rings question. I recently bought a pair of Black Mountain Product rings and they're pretty awesome (the straps are a little thin though so they turn easily). I couldn't afford wood and I don't know if wooden rings can be left outside for periods of time.

Hey everyone -- I picked up some sweet Hayabusa Tokushu Regeneses off Amazon (on sale from their usual $130) earlier this week. Pretty stoked. I did a lot of research beforehand and read a few reviews that stated cutting the thumb strap was preferable over leaving it in place. Wanted to test the waters and see if anyone else had these, and would recommend one way or the other?

I just have a piece of wood as my target, like you can buy from the home depot. Just don't use plywood, use solid wood.

As for knives, i would recommend blue angel 6 inch throwing knives, or this
or this

Generally for knife throwing, bigger is better, the smaller ones tend bounce back randomly. With a larger, well-balanced knife you'll have a much easier time to consistently stick it. The no-spin technique is the easiest to learn quickly, just start close and work your way back. I personally use the Expendables Kunai Set, I kid you not. Not out of love for the movie, but because they're big well balanced blades.

throwing knives are cool, right?

Thanks for the contest!

I think Fuji gis are great and cheap. Available on Amazon for around $85 (http://smile.amazon.com/Fuji-BJJ-Uniform-White-A3/dp/B00GIHVQBG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1464968568&sr=8-1&keywords=fuji+gi). They go on sale for $70 on bjjhq.com if you are not in a rush.

Thanks a lot for the info, I did a bit of research and it still seems that gil hibben set would be the best for me. I'd prefer to keep the set under 50$, it doesnt have any guards on it or anything, and all the reviews are great. Is there anything wrong with it?

EDIT: I also found these, are they any good? 12 inches, no guards, theres a bit of grip but that can't make much of a difference.

Heavy duty carabiner for easy adjustments. I highly recommend

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076X32LFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oruPDbN49W26S

I own about 3 pairs of these "cloth shin guards" and they really don't offer much protection. These shin guards are for light contact sparring like taekwondo or karate where they tell you to not go hard. If you throw it hard and hit someone's bones, you'll feel it. If you want to throw hard kicks, just get the full shin guards like TKB, Twins, Fairtex, etc.

As for the sizing for the cloth ones, S, M, L all are the same length and the difference is how much wider they are. I'm 6'0" 150 lbs, and I can wear a small all the way to a large. If you want to be safe, get a large since it should be quite snug once you wash and dry them.

Additional advice:
They usually aren't branded,and even if they are, don't get it branded because it's such a crap shinguard that you shouldn't spend 20 more dollars just because it has the words VENUM or something on them.

Generic (Pro Force):
https://www.amazon.com/ProForce-Cloth-Instep-Guard-Black/dp/B0056D2BN0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1465367635&sr=8-4&keywords=shin+guards

VENUM:
https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Kontact-Instep-Guards-Black/dp/B008TM6LQ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1465367667&sr=8-1&keywords=shin+guards+venum

I hung these rings on this pull up bar mounted in a door frame for well over a year of regular use. All still 100% usable. The pullup bar's spongy center grips are starting to fall apart (again, after over a year of pull ups and weighted pull ups), but the rings and straps look brand new. Highly recommend both.

Good goals same as mine honestly.

What i meant by asking your goals was that there isn't a reason to enforce pronated form on the rings unless you had a pronated hand goal. I would start doing false grip pull-ups you may need some chalk but it's dirt cheap. or just do ring pull-ups and let the rings do whatever they want as long as you get full ROM. if you go the false grip route you may need to work in false grip hangs to get full rom on the bottom of the movement.

I use gym chalk on my hands when it gets hot. I don't wear a glove. Problem solved, at least for me, and I sweat freely.

Gym Chalk for Sweaty Golfer's Hands

I second this recommendation. I actually started off with this one and it was surprisingly quite good for the price.


https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Butterfly-Stainless-Balisong-Unsharpened/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1518792942&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=balisong+trainer&psc=1

Usually people wear knee-high socks while deadlifting to avoid scratches and such - and they are required for (most) federations during powerlifting competitions. So, socks will definitely help. Also, a lot of people use baby powder on their thighs to help the bar glide / reduce friction. I personally don't start baby-powdering until I hit 90% of my max though.

I don't have a liquid chalk recommendation, I use plain old chalk from blocks and it is really very cheap. Here is the kind I use - a whole pound for $13.00. It will last you literally years.

Dont get a CCC with screws. Those are even less durable than the pinned construction ones and have cheap hardware that strips. You can either get a bbbarfly or the dragon trainer here https://www.amazon.com/VORNNEX-Practice-Butterfly-Stainless-Unsharpened/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=balisong+trainer&qid=1556557363&s=gateway&sr=8-3

They are pinned, but I can guarantee you will hold up way better than any screw construction trainer under $40

Probably the best one out there. Plus is only $10 plus shipping.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xOAxDbNG85N11

This is the best i can do right now
https://www.amazon.com/VORNNEX-Practice-Butterfly-Stainless-Unsharpened/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=butterfly+knife&qid=1564544732&s=gateway&sprefix=butter&sr=8-3

There are quite few high-rated wooden rings listed. I recently bought a second pair of these ones. I'm sure other 4+ stars ones are just as good.

I just ordered these. I looked around a bit and it seems that rings are rings. You can spend $70+ and get Rogue Fitness rings or you can spend less and try your luck.

I'm picturing more this (Angry Billy Goat Terrorizes Town - youtube) than [this](cute baby goats jumping - compilation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTwIK-vEEKw) to justify my wrestle-goats-to-the-death-with-my-barehands-(maybe use a stick or rock if they have horns)-and-eat-them -after-thoroughly-killing-any-worms-to-live ... ...and taking a few bottles of goat dewormer with me just in case any survive or, more likely, any eggs are ingested. better to kill those things before they have a chance to get a foothold!

It's all fun & games until the gore kicks in! (not linking to those videos)

Whatever happened with Billy? He still hopping around somewhere or has he since moved on to that great pasture in the sky?

I bought these earlier this year, very happy with them: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076X32LFY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Honestly, I just purchased a pound of magnesium carbonate on amazon. I haven't heard of a difference in chalk worth the pricepoint yet - though I'm always open to evidence proving otherwise.

Chalk

Lifting with chalk is a completely different experience than without. Nothing like your grip being perfect when the weights get heavy.

Sword:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001C02EZ6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Shield:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001F76Y3Y/ref=oh_details_o00_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's a really good replica!

Seems like a good plan if your schedule won't allow for consistent gym time. I would recommend getting a removable pull-up bar like this rather than a screw-in one, if you don't already have a bar, and then get a ring set that you can hang off of it for your lying-down rows (and dips!). Also, if you have the money to spare, you can do a lot with an adjustable dumbbell set - lots of upper body isolation work obviously, but also things like dumbbell snatches, lunges, bulgarian split squats, single leg deadlifts, etc.

For you, my friend, eighteen dolla!

Indeed, DO NOT trust this thing. I had this very hook two years back, and a friend and I went out climbing shit with it every once in a while. One night the metal of the hook (specifically, the threaded part at the top) SNAPPED IN HALF as I was climbing it. I was only ~3 feet above the ground at the time, so no harm done, but not everyone this happens to will be so lucky. I weighed ~140lb (63.5kg) at the time.

It's fairly obvious that it's crappy metal, anyways, because even as you're first using it you can see it bending out of shape after each climb.

Also, like others have noted, the rope is really slick and hard to grip; we used gloves we found that had a rough rubber coating on the inside so we could climb it.

If for some reason you do decide to get this, be very careful, and never ever expect it not to snap on you. The more expensive ones that shaggorama posted are worth the extra money.

Sorry for the bold caps, just trying to catch some eyes before anybody buys it.

EDIT: I can post a picture of the thing tonight if anybody is intersted. I still have it in my trunk.

More people with similar experiences with the thing on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Kontact-Instep-Guards-Black/dp/B008TM6LQ8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483835613&sr=8-2&keywords=venum+shin+guards

I think they're great shin guards and very comfortable. They don't have the slipping issue because they go over your leg almost like a sock, but because of this there's no way to wear shoes at the same time. They aren't very similar to what I've seen others use in class, which have more of a hard shell. These are moreso pads.

The bar is probably the Iron Gym one, I was thinking about buying one today. I'm curious about the rings though, I was considering building my own dip bars but if the rings work just as well for $40 I'm going to spring for those. I'll edit my comment if I find the rings.

Pull-up Bar ($23.99):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001EJMS6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_QT1Gzb60K1F8Z

Rings ($32.99):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CLPLOH4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_NS1Gzb243K40T

• Twins Special BGVL-3 - 16oz
  
• Hayabusa Tokushu 16oz
  
• RDX Quad-Kore Leather Training Gloves

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYSM0/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details

Enjoy.

Have u tried this one ?
How is it? Would u still recommend ur $10 one?

As below, I hope you are using a mixed grip- it immediately improved my DL by like 30 lbs. Having a similar effect was chalking up my hands. Turns out most of the slipperiness was sweat. Chalk is cheap as hell too. 12 bucks for eight bars or so. of the stuff

Like these? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Venum-0480-Black-Mens-Kontact-Shinguards/dp/B008TM6LQ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496056403&sr=8-1&keywords=shin+guards+mma

http://www.amazon.com/Anime-Twilight-Princess-Master-Scabbard/dp/B001C02EZ6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421641868&sr=8-1&keywords=Master+sword&pebp=1421641879236&peasin=B001C02EZ6

I have this, the blade is unsharpened and it's meant for cosplay, the tip however is very, very sharp, comes with a sheath.

And there's this strap if you'd like to wear it.

http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Sword-Strap-Master-Zelda/dp/B00OU7X6IC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421641981&sr=8-1&keywords=Master+sword+strap&pebp=1421641985824&peasin=B00OU7X6IC

https://www.amazon.com/Chalk-Weight-Lifting-Powerlifting-Gymnastics/dp/B0018IB7RS?th=1&psc=1

will last you a while lol.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYSM0/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


chalk up it will help a LOT

Basic chalk from Amazon. Will last forever. ~$9.00

Liquid Chalk from EliteFTS. On sale! $4.00! This stuff is awesome and is what I take with me to my stupid, chalkless, soccer-mom gym.

I just checked out some on Amazon and wanted to know if this $40k one is worth it....

https://www.amazon.com/Fuji-BJJ-Uniform-White-A3/dp/B00GIHVQBG/ref=sr_1_5?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1527085997&sr=1-5&keywords=bjj+gi

I bought this and at my current use rate, it looks like it will last at least 6 months, probably more.

Buy gymnast chalk and buy a decent chalk bag from a site like Backcountry using cashback deals from ActiveJunky.

They look like these:

http://www.amazon.com/United-Cutlery-Tomahawk-Throwing-3-Piece/dp/B0044U42LU

Did this make anyone else curious how much a grappling hook costs? More reasonable than I expected.

https://www.amazon.com/Big-Time-Toys-Socker-Boppers/dp/B00004YUYS


The picture shows them as Sockem. You are not wrong!!

Solved.
Knights Templar Long Sword and Wall Plaque https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019GXT3E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IrudBbBNKMAK0

Pull up bar and rings. I have been using these rings for over a month now and they are doing well. I bought the cheapest I could find.
you could use your 25lbs dumbells for goblet squats.

those aren't cheap... I'd rather get this Flow or Fuji from Amazon.

I've ordered these and they have been working fine for me: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BOVWP1Q/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That's really cool, but if it were me, I would've gotten this one instead.

It's pretty common. I have seen multiple people with a box of chalk blocks in their trunk. Here you get 8 blocks of chalk for about $9.

Edit: Found more links $90 bucket, 10,20,30 lbs of chalk,more

I got this in September and I'm still wondering if I should put it in my will to leave to my descendants (it's lasting that long). Worth it.

Heart worm - Invermectin You can get it from Amazon Ivermectin 1% Injection For Cattle & Swine, 50 ml

Some breed have problem with it.

intestinal worms - Fenbendazole You can also get it on Amazon SafeGuard for Goat

I used those on my dogs. No problem so far.

Amazon with a picture showing "sock'em boppers" but calling them soccer boppers.

https://www.amazon.com/Big-Time-Toys-Socker-Boppers/dp/B00004YUYS

Few people have mentioned this, but you can buy Trainers online. These are purely for tricks and not for the actual knife. The end is blunt on both sides, so it has no chance of cutting you. The one I bought online shows you which side is the bite handle and which side is the safe-side with the little divets at the bottom of the "blade." Be a bit warned though, this trainer is a bit longer than most other balisongs, but I didn't find an issue with that. My only issue with the balisong I listed is that it's a spring-loaded latch, so it's kinda static. Mine wore off after a while and now it's a normal latch, which is great.

I want to try something new

Always wanted to try knife throwing

Chalk

obviously
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Ninja-Folding-Grappling-Hook/dp/B0009PGVG8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1314594455&sr=8-1

http://www.amazon.com/Big-Time-Toys-Socker-Boppers/dp/B00004YUYS

"The big bang theory"

http://www.amazon.com/Anime-Twilight-Princess-Master-Scabbard/dp/B001C02EZ6/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1409161813&sr=8-14&keywords=swords

This gives a whole new meaning to 'socker' boppers.

Venum "Kontact" Shin and Instep Guards, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008TM6LQ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_cyUFDbG2WJD61

I have this one in my DIY chalk bowl though I think it was $12 when I bought it.

https://www.amazon.com/GSC-PGE4360X-Gym-Chalk-1lb/dp/B0000BYSM0?SubscriptionId=AKIAJ7T5BOVUVRD2EFYQ&tag=camelsearches-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B0000BYSM0

In that case I’d also get this https://www.amazon.com/Knights-Templar-Long-Sword-Plaque/dp/B0019GXT3E you’re gonna have to post about this

I own the Vornnex dragon trainer an it lasted me about a year.

Bought these for $25 and they work fine, in case you don't have the tools to make your own rings.

My Vornnex Trainer recently started squeaking from it's latch. Any ideas on how to fix it? Here's a link so in case you need a visual. https://www.amazon.com/VORNNEX-Practice-Butterfly-Stainless-Unsharpened/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1547656038&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=balisong&dpPl=1&dpID=41Xn9KkwVvL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009PGVG8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UyPOBbBAF90C9

reminds me of these

http://www.amazon.com/GSC-PGE4360X-Gym-Chalk-1lb/dp/B0000BYSM0/ref=pd_sim_sg_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=1TWNC6S25THX40ZQAH6K

http://www.amazon.com/Fury-Martial-Arts-Grappling-Midnight/dp/B0009PGVG8

Looks to be about $80 with these parts:

2*$15 Pulleys

$25 Belt

$25 Rings

$16 Rope

This is assuming you have a place to hang it.

related

http://www.amazon.com/Big-Time-Toys-Socker-Boppers/dp/B00004YUYS

Test it out if you don't believe it

These are about the tiniest things on my wishlist!

Short but impossible:
Teeny tiny cheek twitch

grappling hook. http://www.amazon.com/Folding-Grappling-Hook-Ninja-Gear/dp/B0009PGVG8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1268302816&sr=8-1

Try here.

Here it is right here… https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XRCGCV8/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1505926455&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=balisong+trainer&dpPl=1&dpID=41XhLJ0B2-L&ref=plSrch

u/franks28

no need to buy those. Those 25 dollar or 30 dollar ones do just fine. The straps work great, you just have to thread them the right way.

https://www.amazon.com/Diameter-Gymnastics-Rings-Buckle-Straps/dp/B00SAEPY72/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1503691973&sr=8-3&keywords=gymnastic+rings

https://www.amazon.com/NEXPro-Gymnastic-Strength-Training-Crossfit/dp/B00Q75DVUI/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1503691973&sr=8-13&keywords=gymnastic+rings

Just get wood, I made the mistake of starting with plastic ones then needing to buy wood ones after I advanced cause the plastic has shit grip.

There are two thicknesses. If you have big hands buy the thicker ones, small then buy thinner. But it doesn't really matter. My plastic ones were fig(smaller), but mine now are the thicker crossfit ones and I can't really tell a difference.

here ya go.

P.S. I hope you mean you use a pronated grip for lower weights...i.e. palms facing you, also called double overhand. Double underhand (supinated) would be a little odd and might set you up for a bicep strain!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYSM0

its dirt cheap

I made a mistake with the weight, it’s 9.6 ounces not 9.3 ounces. If you want to see for yourself here’s the link.

VORNNEX Practice Butterfly Knife with Sure Spring Latch, Full Stainless Steel Black Dragon Dull Balisong Trainer, Unsharpened Butterfly Knife Comb for CS GO Training(Silver) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XRCGCV8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eZpWCb8T897KT

only if we can fight with these

Magnesium Carbonate, also known as gym chalk or climbing chalk. Takes very little and it's dirt cheap, no need to get the pricey stuff, they come in solid 2oz. blocks. Could get it from a local rock gym, or here it is on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/GSC-PGE4360X-Gym-Chalk-1lb/dp/B0000BYSM0/ref=sr_1_8?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1425369271&sr=1-8&keywords=climbing+chalk

I bought this chalk in September for $12 a pound. Comes in 8 blocks. Have not finished a full block yet and I workout 5+ times a week on average, so I imagine it'll last 2 years minimum.

I bought these straps when I decided I didn't want to use mixed grip anymore since they had the best reviews on Amazon and I have no complaints, they're excellent.

Now I just need to stop losing my goddamn wrist wraps.

Most of the knives you use to practice and do these kind of things aren't sharp. Well the length of the blade isn't, but there still tends to be points even on the dull ones sold.

In fact, a lot of the time you use a replacement piece where the blade should be. Example

In this piece the guy literally catches the knife by the blade at one point.

GSC Gym Chalk - 1lb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000BYSM0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Uo8XAb837BBKJ

Will last you until your grandchildren die if you use it sparingly.

This is what I use. Cheap as hell, lasts forever. Just put a block in a ziploc bag and bust it up to keep things neat.