Mu Ryuk Posted September 28, 2004 Share Posted September 28, 2004 Hey all, Today is my sixteenth birthday and I'm spending the money I got to (finally) buy a good, high quality uniform. I have narrowed it down to two choices, the Century Ironman or the Tokaido Arashi. I want a nice heavy uniform with a smooth texture, not that rough canvas feel. If anyone knows how to tell if the texture is smooth, please tell me...I don't know how to discern one material from the other. Century Ironman: http://www.blackbeltshop.com/iron_man.htm Tokaido Arashi: http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4782367P2486374-Martial-Arts/Uniforms/Tokaido-14-oz.-Arashi-Uniform-on-Sale-No-refunds-exchanges-Only.aspx Just to note, those sites are only references, I will order the uniform through my Dojang. Thanks in advance. Tang Soo! Passion transcends pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.A.L Posted September 28, 2004 Share Posted September 28, 2004 what you need is probebly 12oz gi, which looks good and feel good. now about Tokaido , a friend of mine ordered a special belt 4 months ago , he is still waiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mu Ryuk Posted September 28, 2004 Author Share Posted September 28, 2004 now about Tokaido , a friend of mine ordered a special belt 4 months ago , he is still waiting. I won't order it from Tokaido. We order from Century. Thanks for the heads up though. Passion transcends pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pacificshore Posted September 28, 2004 Share Posted September 28, 2004 You probably can't go wrong with either uniform, it just depends on how much of your money you want to spend The Tokaido Arashi I believe is manufactured out of China vs. Japan. This helps keep the cost down, and hopefully maintain the same quality. Di'DaDeeeee!!!Mind of Mencia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mu Ryuk Posted September 29, 2004 Author Share Posted September 29, 2004 Whole thing is off They both have the Traditional cut with slits down the sides...I'm to fat for this, the slits won't close. I'll have to wait. Oh well Passion transcends pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumite988 Posted September 29, 2004 Share Posted September 29, 2004 Get a Shureido, the best hands down. However, can be expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pacificshore Posted September 29, 2004 Share Posted September 29, 2004 Whole thing is off They both have the Traditional cut with slits down the sides...I'm to fat for this, the slits won't close. I'll have to wait. Oh well Okay, here is an alternative. Kwon makes a nice heavyweight uniform, and I know the one I got my student has the elastic waist band. Even with the traditional tie one, their uniforms run large. I normally will wear a size 5 in most cuts, but in a Kwon unifrom, I actually wear a size 3. Check it out at https://www.kwon.com Di'DaDeeeee!!!Mind of Mencia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Jules Posted September 29, 2004 Share Posted September 29, 2004 I swear by the Iron Man.......the shureido is a great gi....no doubt, but can be VERY expensive ~Master Jules......aka "The Sandman""I may be a trained killer......but Im really a nice guy" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aefibird Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I have a Tokaido, but not that particular style. I like it, it's a good gi, although I've heard a lot of bad reports about Tokaido lately. As for the side slits on your gi not closing...how about ordering a half-size larger and seeing if that is better for you? I agree with Pacificshore about Kwon - they sell good quality martial arts gi's that are very generously cut. "Was it really worth it? Only time and death may ever tell..." The Beautiful South - The Rose of My CologneSheffield Steelers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 get what works for you A True Martial Arts Instructor is more of a guide than anything, on your way to developing the warrior within yourself!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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