While studying in Japan, 1979, I discovered that one size of nunchaku does not fit all. I found a combination of heavy, medium and light weight, precision cut octagonal wooden sticks, with double drill and slotted cord design was the best. The length of the cord and the length of the stick(s) is critical. The cord, when attached to the sticks should allow both sticks to hang without bind or slack across the palm of the hand. The sticks are usually too long when you purchase the pair. They are fitted to the "warrior" by laying the stick on the inside of the forearm against the crook of the elbow. The bottom of the stick should be cut at the length from the crook to the center of the hand palm of the shortest arm (if there is a difference). These adjustments allow the sticks to smoothly glide from one move to the next without striking the body. The reason I like the various weights is; sometimes I like to warm up with the heavy or medium, then either keep working with the medium or when I'm feeling centered, I love to fly with the light ones. I hope this helps. The "Chucks" have been my passion since 14yo. I hope they honor your balance and maintain your chi as they have for me. Questions are OK.
