MadDogGKR Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Hey all. So I'm returning to the arts after quite a long break due to health. It's coming on winter down under and I'm in the market for a new super heavyweight gi.So far I've narrowed it down to two choices.The Ronin 16oz canvashttp://www.roninbrand.com/Ronin-Karate?product_id=70or the the 18oz canvas from Pacific Sports.http://www.pacificsports.com.au/martial-arts-uniforms/18oz%25252bcanvas%25252bgi-detail.htmlThe only image I could find of the Pacific being worn is here.http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/KARATE-UNIFORM-CANVAS-18oz-EXC-FIT-CUT-SIZES-5-6-7-REFUND-IF-NOT-HAPPY-/350844230526I definitely prefer a heavier gi, but I haven't heard a lot about Pacific Sports, nor do they go into a lot of detail about the grade of canvas. The contrary can be said for Ronin. Has anyone had any experience with these? What is the cut like in comparison and is the quality of Pacific any good?Thanks in advance guys. Basics, Kata, Kumite. The three spoke wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wastelander Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 First of all, welcome back to karate, and welcome to the forum!I'm guessing Pacific Sports is an Australian brand? I haven't heard of them, and have no experience with their gi. I can say, however, that I'm quite happy with my 16oz Ronin! Just don't bleach it, and it holds up well. Kishimoto-Di | 2014-Present | Sensei: Ulf KarlssonShorin-Ryu/Shinkoten Karate | 2010-Present: Yondan, Renshi | Sensei: Richard Poage (RIP), Jeff Allred (RIP)Shuri-Ryu | 2006-2010: Sankyu | Sensei: Joey Johnston, Joe Walker (RIP)Judo | 2007-2010: Gokyu | Sensei: Joe Walker (RIP), Ramon Rivera (RIP), Adrian RiveraIllinois Practical Karate | International Neoclassical Karate Kobudo Society Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDogGKR Posted May 28, 2015 Author Share Posted May 28, 2015 (edited) Hi and thanks very much for your reply.I think I've decided to go with the Ronin. I was definitely leaning towards that way since the beginning. The cut looks very nice and the quality also looks very good, not to mention many other karateka seem to endorse it also.Thanks again for your help Edited May 28, 2015 by MadDogGKR Basics, Kata, Kumite. The three spoke wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karate_John Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 I don't have a Ronin myself, But I was planing on a Ronin as my next GI. Many karatekas in my dojo use them and they hold up nicely. I think you made a good choice. Goju Ryu - ShodanMy MA Blog: http://gojublog.comPersonal Blog: http://zenerth.tumblr.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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