Spartacus Maximus Posted August 27 Posted August 27 Looking for suggestion of a brand/model for a man-shaped, free-standing striking dummy. Does anyone know of alternative models/designs similar to the BOB dummy made(sold?) by Century Martial Arts out of USA?
ryanryu Posted September 17 Posted September 17 What do you think you'll use the bag for? My favorite bag ever is the Versys 3 - Versys VS.3 – Century Kickboxing - it's very hard to topple so you can really lay into it with striking techniques. The legs are useful for low kicking or working some entry techniques. But I was looking for a heavy bag that I didn't have to hang from the ceiling and this fit the bill (and more). It is very very pricey... but I was able to get one for 1/2 price on Black Friday a few years ago. If you are looking for a more general freestanding bag, the Versys 1 is also good, imo- Versys VS.1 From Century Kicboxing – Century Kickboxing - didn't fall over easily, but could still be used for striking and even throws. Sometimes I would stand behind the bag to hold steady while my students hit it, basically like a kicking shield. They do make a BOB/Versys hybrid... I think it depends on how important "arms" are for you on the dummy. If that's the goal you may have better luck with a muk jong or other wooden dummy. 1 “Studying karate nowadays is like walking in the dark without a lantern.” Chojun Miyagi (attributed)https://www.lanterndojo.com/https://karatenobody.blogspot.com/
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