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  1. Gattopardo

    J cups?

    I posted in the gear forum as well, but I’m looking for input on a second set of j cups. I was looking at the Rogue sandwich j cups, but there are some negative reviews on their site. I considered going with another set of standard cups, but thought I’d see if anyone had any info on either of...
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    J cup options?

    I’m looking to add a second set of J-cups to my rack and wanted to know if anyone has any suggestions. I was going to go with Rogue sandwich cups, but they have some questionable reviews on the site, so I was reconsidering and thought about just ordering another standard set. Anyone have any...
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    Anybody doing/did stronglift 5x5?

    I'm going to stick with my original statement about the routine allowing your arms to grow. The OP plainly stated that he was a novice, and those lifts will cause gains all over in the beginning. I might not stick with stronglifts in perpetuity if my concern was bicep growth, but, as a beginner...
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    Anybody doing/did stronglift 5x5?

    The program is about strength, not building a balanced physique. You will get stronger, and your arms will grow plenty.
  5. Gattopardo

    anyone come back after a few years off?

    I took 5 years off. Just ease back into it; as long as you don't expect to perform at your previous level right away you will be glad you got back on the mats.
  6. Gattopardo

    Back packs vs Duffel Bags

    Jaco Convertible: backpack that turns into a duffle. I love mine; it holds a ton as a backpack and nearly doubles in size when it turns into a duffle.
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    CTRL Industries "The Journeyman"

    I got one. It got it's first wash yesterday and will see mat time today or Saturday. I'll post a quick review after I get a chance to wear it.
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    Kneepad sliding out all the time

    Knee pads/sleeves will move around, especially when sweating and moving around on your knees. If you can't pull them up through your pants, buy some large pants that will allow you to hike them up. In my larger days, I had A5s pants that I hemmed to fit properly, the legs on them would pull all...
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    Twins Special order issues

    After 2 months of them not returning my phone calls, not answering my emails, and not answering the questions I put through their contact page, I ended up having to dispute the bill with my credit card. Then they called, but all I wanted at that point was my money back so I could buy some gloves...
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    CTRL Industries Consigliere Gi

    I have the consigliere, and it has been in my regular rotation since I got it a few weeks ago. The fit is great. I am 5'9" and 185, and the A2 fits like it was tailored for me. The collar is pretty solid, and it is by far my favorite gi, and the one that I get the most compliments on.
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    recommend me some knee pads...

    I've been wearing a pair of these under my gi for the last 4 month: http://www.amazon.com/McDavid-4-Way-Elastic-Sleeve-Buttress/dp/B00BFPABY4/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1390592115&sr=8-3-fkmr2&keywords=mcdavid+knee+pads+gel They are the best knee pads I have ever used and show no signs of...
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    CTRL Industries "Consigliere"

    I can report that the smell is pretty much gone after two washes and hanging dry. I rolled in it Saturday, and the gi is excellent in every aspect.
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    CTRL Industries "Consigliere"

    I got mine in the mail a few days ago, and when I opened it the mothball smell was unbearable. Anybody else have this issue? It's in the wash now, so I'm hoping the smell just washes out, but it was/is really bad, eye-burning-ly strong. On the upside, the gi fits and looks fantastic, so if the...
  14. Gattopardo

    Good Muay Thai Heavy Bag?

    I can vouch for the quality of the ko fight gear bags. My academy has six if them and they are nicest bags I've ever put my hands, and shins, on.
  15. Gattopardo

    Bas rutten new workout dvd, i need help i am a lefty

    I have used the Rutten workout for years, and the guy that turned me on to it was actually a lefty. Just stand southpaw and throw the numbered combos Regularly. 1- jab; 2- jab, cross; 3- jab, cross, hook; 4- jab, cross, hook, cross. When he calls "liver shot, throw a lead (in your case...
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    Recommend an extremely lightweight GI

    Another vote for Flow kimonos. I bought their pro 2.0 two weeks ago and it is the lightest gi I have ever come across. Plus, their customer service is the absolute best I have ever dealt with anywhere.
  17. Gattopardo

    patchless clean BJJ gi

    Flow Kimonos I just grabbed one on Black Friday.
  18. Gattopardo

    What did you buy - Black Friday - Cyber Monday 2013 Edition

    Flow Kimonos Gi; I think their sale is still going on.
  19. Gattopardo

    How many gi's do you own?

    4, but only two that I actually like to wear.
  20. Gattopardo

    Getting back on the Mat

    I am 36 and I just came back after nearly 5 years off. My time off started with a knee injury, and life just seemed to push me farther and farther from the mats. I kept telling myself I would lose some weight and get back to bjj, but I eventually realized that wasn
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