Poi Dog is at the Helm. Hope you and your family are well!

Nick

I really like this segment. I think it does it justice. As much as it can.

Nick

Guys I am very Jealous. I would love to fight in the Gathering. Consider yourselves very lucky. I will be at the end of the earth while you are fighting

Best of luck and woof!

Pappy Dog

http://www.adamcarolla.com/LMBlog/2011/06/15/truck-drivin-s-o-b/

This is from Adam Corolla's podcast

This week with Larry Miller!

La Playita we are down here now Canadians and Noho

I see 10 am. What is the location?

I think the actions that took place on Sunday qualify as "What the US Navy is doing in the Desert!"

Faxed and emailed.

Nick

This is a product put out by us at USARPAC Public Affairs shot and edited by SGT Robert Ham for Balikatan 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrgpN4raCgQ&feature=youtu.be

Pappydog

I am so sorry hear the news. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He is our brother. I will begin to think about some fundraising ideas for his family.

Kind Regards,

Pappy Dog

Can you actually hear a clicking? Or could that be something else? The tip of my finger is broken, I believe. What can aid in healing it the fastest.

I have immobilized it. But it is the tip so is doesn't move anyhow.

Created a cocktail of Fighter's Friend, Dita Jow, and arnica. Along with some calcium pills

I think I might just end up stinky with kidney stones and a broken finger.

Please advise

Pappy

I think it was basically La Canne. Sort of Sabre sword-fighting with a stick. Our forefathers were way more Rough and Tumble

Pappy Dog

Building an airstrip is hard work. Now do it while someone is shooting at you. Go SeaBees!

I have been to Pearl Harbor and worked there and drank a few mai tais. The buildings there have been modernized but there still are machine gun holes from Japanese Zeros in the buildings at the base as a reminder.
It is sobering.

Pappy Dog

Guys this will be a great seminar. All the guys up in Canada are skilled and and good training partners. This will allow Crafty to show some really good material (as he always does). I just mean there is always a good energy up there that lends itself to good training.

Pappy Dog

Guys
If anyone mentions the this thread I will give them 10% off a fencing mask

Nick
www.bloodsport.com

I have seen your dad's Seabee machete. Those areas are still just as important strategically as they were then. The men that fought there then may not have realized what good and far reaching work they were doing. The Navy returns every year to all the South Pacific locations to give medical aid with Pacific Partnership.

Let us not forget the Seabees!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mi_wtXNXflk

Grandmaster Christoper N. Ricketts (March 21, 1955 - October 5, 2010)

It is with sadness and joy that we announce the passing and rebirth to eternal life of Grandmaster Christopher N. Ricketts on October 5, 2010 at 3:02AM. May his soul and the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.

A loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle, he is survived by his wife Beth Ricketts and sons Jason Ricketts, Bruce Ricketts, Brandon Ricketts and Christopher Ricketts, Jr.; daughter-in-law Jeanne, wife of Jason and grandkids Jacob, Jennell, Josh and Justin; parents Edith and Max Ricketts; younger brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie Ricketts and Mariz and nieces Marella and Marie; and youngest brother and sister-in-law, Alex Ricketts and Marybeth and nephews Jamie and James.
Master Topher, known world wide as a consumate martial artist of Filipino decent, was loved by many but more importantly, respected by all. He was one of the founders and the Chief Instructor of Bakbakan International, a fraternal brotherhood of martial artists established in the Philippines in 1968 whose motto is “Matira Matibay” (The Best of the Best). Concerned with training and passing on his knowledge to students rather than collecting accolades and titles, Master Topher’s skills and credentials are impeccable and second to none.
A senior disciple of the revered Grandmaster Antonio “Tatang” Ilustrisimo and one of the “Five Pillars of Kali Ilustrisimo”, he remained loyal to the memory and legacy of his teacher and was the highest ranked Ilustrisimo instructor in the United States. A close friend and training partner of the late Punong Guro Edgar G. Sulite who founded Lameco Eskrima, he was also the highest ranked Lameco instructor in the United States. With teaching credentials in several martial arts systems including Ngo Cho Kun (5 Ancestor Fist), Sagasa (Filipino Kickboxing System), as well as being a professional boxing trainer and fight choreographer, his was a life befitting a true warrior.

A public viewing, requiem mass and farewell offering (Halad) will be held on Thursday, October 14, 2010 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at the California Cremation and Burial Chapel, 5880 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, California 92115. In lieu of flowers, donation to your favorite charity in the name of Grandmaster Christopher N. Ricketts will be greatly appreciated.

All members of the warrior class are encouraged to come in uniform to pay their last respects to one of the best of the best.

Sumasaiyo at Maraming Salamat
(With Sincere Thanks),
The Ricketts Family

ILUSTRISIMO USA • SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA • 92108
WWW.ILUSTRISIMO-USA.COM

Master Ricketts passed away this morning at appr. 2 A.M. from stomach cancer.

PappyDog

Oorah!
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=31588974&fbid=1615789003365&id=1495530236&ref=nf

Navy Public Affairs
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=6411338&id=673553487&ref=fbx_album

A friend of mine, a very educated friend of mine said these statements to me "What is the Navy doing in the desert" or "Not a lot of need for the Navy in the desert." He was of course referring to Iraq and Afghanistan. This is probably how many Americans feel or think. This hit me in a strange place because that week I had watched a focus group respond to questions about their opinions of the Navy. When asked "what comes to mind when I say the word Navy?"
Many of the people had responses like "Boots, running, submarines, blue" Yes, these are part of the Navy, but, hardly the whole story. Much of what the people were talking about was a blending of all the services. They had seen ads for the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines and blended them. I work as a public Affairs Officer for the Navy Reserves. Here are some things the Navy is doing in the desert and around the world.

SEALs Among Dead in Helo Crash
http://www.military.com/news/article/seals-among-dead-in-helo-crash.html?ESRC=navy-a.nl

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJf0MhIsBx8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7xMbhAKc2o

More to come!

An old friend (Gringo) owned a little market down there. He apparently was a little cocky about being an American. Was warned by the locals. He had to get bodyguards. Eventually, he was attacked in his store, at least one of the bodyguards were killed and he was put in critical condition by men wielding machetes. He is back in San Diego. Fortunately, he is alive and will probably have to donate his store to the country of Costa Rica.

Pappy Dog

Interested to hear more about this

Pappydog

Here is the link to RIMPAC 2010's Facebook page. I assume military counts as a martial arts topic?

http://www.facebook.com/pages/RIMPAC-2010/346615881992?ref=ts

woof,

Pappydog

After all, he did bring it back...

Pappydog

and I am sure

BooDog

and Tenn. Dog will be right behind

I find that most of these are ceremonial and a sign of manhood and or status. As far as how to use them........Well, it seems the best porthole into the past where they use them is in the dances or that really really old guy who sits outside on the street corner drinking coffee. Usually the knife stuff is basic.

I have the same issues with the Greek and Cretan knives. Which I am researching for a possible book.

Pappydog

The UFC left me with a bad feeling. None of my picks won. However, Shogun is awesome. For some reason I feel like he is supposed to be the villain??? Maybe because Machida is Uber respectful and we are not used to seeing it. Super bummed with Cote. That dude he fought was strong. The Koscheck thing weird. Kimbo. Sam Stout fought really well. Opinions?

1: Crafty Dog: Ringmaster

2: Lonely Dog

3: Guide Dog

4: Doc Kaju as EMT


5: C-Growling Dog

6: Tyler Morin

7: Tinu "c - 3D Dog"

 8. Tricky Dog

 9. Chris Goard

10. Patrick Gagnon

11. C. Ole Fredrickson

12: Pappy Dog

13: Tennessee Dog

14: Boo Dog

15: Junkyard Dog

16: Poi Dog

The kids and toddler shirts will be up Monday or Tues on the site

See y'all tomorrow

Pappydog

Looks good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Volunteers

Please meet at Powerhouse Gym at 9am. Well :

Put together puzzle mats

place trash cans

Place seating

Thank in advance

Nick
818 618 0525

Erik Bryant AKA Tennessee Dog has sent in his form. And Greg 'Junkyard dog' Van Zuyen is coming.

Pappydog

What if we made you a stick that was pointy. Not sharp but pointy? Please add Monty Python joke here... Seriously that might give those thrusts more meaning

Gonna a need some volunteers to help set up Sunday. Just like last year

Thanks

Nick
nick@bloodsport.com

http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-474140-burbank_hotels-i?fromiy=1 This link will give you the skinny on Burbank hotels

Yes their math is wonky.

SA1 can go 1 million frames per second but the resolution is horrible. Fastest actually used is 30,000 fps. Average is 5000 fps but go to 20,000 on a regular basis.

SA2 goes 10,000 fps but usually set at 1000-5000.

Phantom goes 1000 fps. Matt doesn't like to use it.

Fastec cube cams do 750 fps at decent quality.

This is a little better explanation

Nick

If any of you guys need some equipment for the Gathering please let me know. Not sure I can make it both days, working it out. I will have to have someone bring the equipment if I am not there. I am currently out of the country and the Gathering is rapidly approaching.

Looking forward to it. How is everyone feeling?

Pappydog

Sorry for the late Login but it is still Monday so- Happy Birthday Marines

Pappydog

I saw that fight with Tom and Rog. He let Rog have it and Rog stood his ground and fought back. Impressive.

Guide Dog, I would be honored if you would take some my new guys out for a fight tomorrow. I know you will give them a good fight in the spirit of Dog Brothers and the day. I will come find you or if you get a chance see me before the fights get started and I will introduce you.

Thanks in advance,

Pappy Dog

Joes Great American Bar & Grill
4311 W Magnolia Blvd
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 729-0805

Start from:
10950 Sherman Way, Burbank, CA 91505
3.6 mi (about 10 mins)

1.   Head west on Sherman Way toward Vineland Ave   0.1 mi
2.   Turn left at Vineland Ave   2.5 mi (toward Hollywood)
3.   Turn left at Magnolia Blvd   1.0 mi
   4311 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505
Map data ©2008 Tele Atlas

Eric Bryant will be there. Has his form made it?

Pappy Dog

How is this going? I know another guy named Kevin was sent your way for insurance.

Nick

May be unrelated but very funny.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiu8gtpZ3nE

There will be more later......However, I have give a Howl of appreciation to Guro CraftyDog and Pretty Kitty for putting on the event. If you ever planned a wedding, film shoot, military campaign, or fed up to 30 people, you know how much stress is involved. More later on how much fun it was....

Pappydog

This is the place for the after Gathering Shindig!

Joe's Great American Bar & Grill
4311 W Magnolia Blvd
Burbank, CA 91505 Map

(818) 729-0805

2435 N NAOMI ST, BURBANK, CA
1.   Start at 2435 N NAOMI ST, BURBANK going toward THORNTON AVE    go < 0.1 mi      
2.   Turn LEFT on THORNTON AVE    go 0.1 mi      
3.   Turn RIGHT on N BUENA VISTA ST    go 1.7 mi      
4.   Turn RIGHT on W MAGNOLIA BLVD    go 1.1 mi      
5.   Arrive at 4311 W MAGNOLIA BLVD, BURBANK, on the RIGHT   
   4311 W MAGNOLIA BLVD, BURBANK, CA

I bought it. This video is high on production value and high in information. This is a great reference for all those Techniques that Guro I throws at us. Also Suzanne does a very good job of demo'ing and explaining. Easy to watch and learn from this dvd. This helps with the throws on "Combining stick and Footwork" and "Attacking Blocks"

Pappydog

In the write up, it is mentioned of a Karabao being taken down. This was being done in "Classic Dumog" style by the one and only Tuhon Gaje. It was in a rice paddy in two feet of mud. As the animal started to go over the Producer made him stop because he thought Gaje was going to hurt the animal.

Pappy Dog