koko1969

the Departed... i liked it... never thought it would win best picture though.

Mischievousjoe, you might want to try these fingerless gloves. I've been think ing about purchasing the WTF gloves. WTF gloves http://www.karatekorner.com/index.cfm/action/productdetail/productID/11047.htm Grappling gloves (the xtra padding might work for you) http://www.karatekorner.com/index.cfm/action/productdetail/productID/10146.htm

One way to play head games with an opponent would be for a male competitor to use pink gear. It has made me think twice before...

To solve your problem, go out and buy a dehumidifier. Sounds like moisture has gotten in your bag. You'll probably have to open the bag so that the contents can lose the moisture that has built up inside. Hope that helps...

Have you tried googling? There are many online vendors to choose from. If you need a list, let me know.

I'd go for ProForce as well. With Mizuno, a lot of the difference you will pay in price will be for the brand name.

I've seen wood boards 3/8 of an inch thick, 1/2 of an inch thick and 1 inch thick. They come in varying sizes and are usually made of Pine because it is a soft, yet cheap wood. They make great kindeling in the winter once they've been used. cathal... did you want to know where to buy the re-breakable boards? Just try a google search.

For me, that's easier said than done. Hope you feel better.

A lot of the newer gear that the MA stores are showing touts a "double" layer of protection. Basically, it is thicker than normal gear. I'm pretty comfortable with it... but you might not be. Either way, look for it out the next time you are shopping.

U can't go wrong with Tokaido. On the flip-side, my brother-in-law wears the ProForce 14 oz. uniform and swears by it. Both can be found here: http://www.karatekorner.com/index.cfm/action/hyperlinksearch/searchfield/tokaido.htm

New Jersey: Cookie Jar House: http://www.weirdnj.com/stories/_roadside01.asp Rt. 23 Mystery Poles: http://www.weirdnj.com/stories/_roadside06.asp and many, many more. http://www.weirdnj.com/stories/stories.asp

Nice video... gotta love g00gle.

I find it hard to believe that he would not have commercialized himself more as he grew older. (A lot of the greats have.) I'm not saying he would be 'hawking gear' with infomercials, but perhaps he would have had many small ventures to help pay the bills. My $0.02

It's all about looking cool... ... actually, it's all about traction!

Welcome to the board! Enjoy your time here... you'll learn a lot.