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Posted on Tue, Sep. 9, 2008


Psycho hammers subway passenger
By DAVID GAMBACORTA
Philadelphia Daily News

gambacd@phillynews.com 215-854-5994

As the SEPTA subway train rocked forward, a thirty-something guy leaned over near the doorway and gently planted a kiss on the little boy at his side.
When the train neared the Fairmount Avenue stop shortly after midnight on Thursday, the man reached out like an adoring parent and directed the 3- or 4-year-old tyke to an open seat.

Then he flew into a monstrous rage.

Without uttering a word, police said, the unidentified man whipped out a double-claw hammer and began bludgeoning a 20-year-old man who was dozing off in his seat.

For five long minutes, SEPTA surveillance cameras captured the deranged attacker - who was still on the loose late last night- digging his hammer into the man's head and neck.

Through it all, disgusted investigators said, at least 10 passengers stood by and did nothing as the random attack moved from the train to the platform, when the hammer-wielding maniac tried to push his victim down onto the train tracks.

When the beating was finished and the suspect fled with the little boy, the victim staggered back onto the train, bloodied, confused and alone, said Detective Kenneth Roach, of Central Detectives.

And even then, no one tried to help him.

"Somebody should have helped this guy," Roach said. "I understand the [other] guy had a hammer, but they outnumbered him at least 10 to one."

Miraculously, the victim took the subway up to Temple University Hospital, received several staples and sutures and was discharged, Roach said.

The motive remains a mystery.

"I'm baffled," Roach said. "He had no reason to do that. It was unprovoked. The victim was just going home from work, minding his own business, listening to his iPod."

Roach said that the victim, whose name was not released, boarded the subway at City Hall.

The attacker - a bearded, stocky, 5-foot-9-inch black man who wore a yellow shirt and black pants - also got on at City Hall, with a youngster who may or may not be his child.

The victim and the hammer-toting psychopath never exchanged a word or a glance, Roach said.

"According to the victim, there was no contact or verbal discussion," he said. "They didn't even notice each other."

The hammer was hidden in a black-and-yellow book bag that the attacker clutched throughout the short subway ride.

The little boy dashed off the train with the other passengers during the brutal beat-down, but was later seen running back on to recover the book bag. The boy and the suspect are seen on camera leaving together.

Roach described the attacker as "very dangerous" and asked anyone who knows him to contact police at 215-686-3093 or -3094. *

Are you sure you're not getting set up for a "pimp my ride" episode?  Good luck brother.   

  





If you never loose your not putting yourself out into the fight...  Eventually everyone looses.  Chucks still one of my favorite fighters.  Congrats to Evans on his win.  He is a force to be reconed with... 

 

Woof C-Kaju:

Thank you very much.  It may take me a day or two to get my wife to run off a copy.

TAC,
CD

 

Greatful for a bit of cooler weather and a fine day at the park with the family.   

Do either of the two teachers of the styles in question have any background in escrima.  Not that that would be a deciding factor, but would make for great discussion with the potential new teacher.  It helps when the teaching has a better understanding of what your personal goals are as well.  (JMO).

 

Both are great arts with there own attributes to your wants.  In a perfect world you could do both, but I would pick one to focus on for some time and look for the hidden (or not so hiden) ways to blend the new knowledge with your current skill sets.

Listen to your heart.  Your going to be spending some time within the new style.  It's gotta fit you comfortably. 

Good luck. Stay progressive...

Max,

You've got mail/

Dean. Hope you have a speedy recovery. Opinions please on what to use for bruises/joint pain. Any dit da jow users? I have had ok success with arnica ointment.         Craig

Thank you Sir

Im a lover of various Jow remedies.  Most take a while to produce unless you go for some of the premade stuff, like the Iron Palm Dit Da Jow. 

Im going to let a cat out of the bag here... 

A fast and ready to use Jow formula:  1 part Epsom Salt & 3 parts Christians Brothers Brandy.   Topical use only, stir occasionally and keep out of direct sunlight. 

Draws out the bruises and tightens the skin to help reduce swelling. 

From my Corpsman brain,  Vitamin "M" Motrin and tylonal   LOL

 
Heres a very reliable TCM source: 


FOUR WINDS HEALTH CENTER  520-544-4838
 
 
1637 E Prince Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719 

"I was wondering if this choke might be something that participants would want to agree not to use, in the same vein as the groin kick and the eye gouge."

Groin kicks are out?!?  This will be news to some of us   

Anyway, certainly the application of the technique here was quite calm and measured. 

With respect to all fighters and DB's.  I would NOT like to see ANY "Rules" implemented at any time.  Crafty does a supurb job of expressing you are responsible for you.  I have yet to engage with a Warrior, with the heart to get on the floor and fight, that did not act with Honor. 
(Not to mention that IMHO, if someone did fight without honor and took the cheap shot...  Well, lets just say, "Kharma is a Bitch".

I WAS WATCHING VERY CLOSE while this choke was applied.  Yes, I had some concern, but also repsected the right of the defender to TAP at any time he felt the need, Guro Crafty has years of experience and I put my trust in that as well.  In addition the application WAS done with control.



One suggestion that I do have for future Gatherings;

All fighters should come directly to my medical area as they exit the fight area. Regardless of whether they feel they need to or not[/b].

* I can perform a full "Rapid Assesment" in an average of 30 sec's.   

A lot less time than it takes to wait in line to fight again... 



PS
At the same time, if I was receiving the choke, I would have hoped to have had the sense to go ahead and tap.  I tell my guys, "Tap Early & Often".

During this exchange, we must acknowledge that restraint was being applied and that is enough to "Tap".   Get up, hug, then get back in line and avoid making the same mistake again.

Pride is a MOFO.  Remember, the only undefeated ones out there, are the ones that dont fight at all. 

You are all Winners for just stepping up and stress testing YOURSELF.

With much respect,
C-Kaju Dog

The future is looking great...  I look forward to watching my youngans engage in this right of passage.  And they will 

I am extremely greatfull for the wonderful treasure given to me by C-Howling Dog (thats does have a nice ring to it Sir)

The magazine is a rare find and in such great condition!  I am humbled by your generosity.

I am greatfull for being honored by Guro Crafty naming me "Candidate-Kaju Dog".

I am greatfull for the surgery performed on my L-Knee,  more greatfull for the PAIN Meds...

Dr. said, "My knee is the worst he had ever seen".  Full blown ACL,PCL, Bilateral meniscus destroyed, Tibia worn down and needed drilling to promote healing and growth. 

Greatfull for the USN providing me the time needed and freedom to rehabilitate my knee, The Right Way.

Greatfull for Lonley Dog's Kali Fitness DVD - I will be studying and utilizing the Kali Fitness DVD to its fullest during and after my recovery...  Great DVD, If you don't have it, GET IT.   A must for any serious stick fighter.

Greatfull for Pretty Kitty's kindness and good heart.  My Wife is sporting the ladies DB's tank top with much pride and glow about her.  I plan to have her accompany me to the next Gathering in California.  Her SUV also sports the DB's TM stickers. 

Greatfull for Pappy Dogs support of the Gathering with GREAT deals on fighter apperal/weapons/etc.

Greatfull for Linda's help and friendship. 

Greatfull for all the Dog Brothers and Future Dog Brothers, Tribe members.  Junkyard Dog / Jeremy, Im greatfull for your accepting to fight a cripple.  LOL

 

CONGRATULATIONS to all and WELL DONE! 

I tried to write more, it went on and on...  But words just arent enough.

Thanks for the memories that will last a lifetime. 

If you came to me for "First Aid", please follow up with your primary care provider(s). 

Dean

Woof All:

We are in need of a couple of volunteers to help out setting things up and taking them down at the end of the day.  Please call Pappy Dog 818-618-0525.

I've yet to confirm the details with Cindy, but a goodly discount on DBMA DVDs is one option as an expression of our appreciation.

"HC through HC"
Crafty Dog
GF

You can count on me and Jeremy.  I'll call Pappy ASAP

I am greatfull for the 4 new students that started training with me last night.  We had a great class.  Good turn out!

I am also greatfull for being able to represent the Armed Forces as part of the Honor Guard.  I attended four funerals yesterday and will be going to perform Military Honors at one this afternoon. 

I am greatfull for the sacrifices made by those who serve(ed) and the loving support from all others.

Im greatfull that I survived my tour and expect to do it again in the future.

CD or PK,

My student, Jeremy Sartain, resent his fighter registration form today to Pretty Kitty's email.  Please, let me know if you need anything from me.

Also, Jeremy is Co-starring in the medical DVD I am working on.  I'll have my raw footage for to give to Crafty on Sunday. 

 

Correction:  

Jeremy informed me last night that he "Faxed" in he registration form.  

I am behind the curve here, but will also be sending in my Fighter registration form ASAP.    I'll test my gimp fighting style, but admit that I will be taping the %$#@ out of my knee, just to save falling and crying like a wuss infront of my Brothers.  

*Heck, the damage is done and I get surgery on Tuesday anyway.    There's no way the demons inside me will let me just watch.  Tried that at my first gathering and they got the best of me then.  

See you all on sunday with Med Bag in hand....  

"Stick and Stones..."


WOOF

DD

PS
CD,

Do we know if there will be any other EMT types working with me to ensure the wellness of our Warriors?  (ie David "Adventure").  I have not heard from hm in a short while.


PPS

JunkYard Dog, Dog Pound, I would love a rematch.

Also looking to play with the Shock Knives this time around.  

I wont be to skippy, but this Pup has still got a few tricks (ticks) in his fur.  

CD or PK,

My student, Jeremy Sartain, resent his fighter registration form today to Pretty Kitty's email.  Please, let me know if you need anything from me.

Also, Jeremy is Co-starring in the medical DVD I am working on.  I'll have my raw footage for to give to Crafty on Sunday. 

 

Max,
You have mail

How would I get a Personal blade with me when I leave back in?

Maxx,
Every Command is a bit different, but almost every one I know has not had any problems taking there own blade(s).  Worst case, you can have it mailed to you and then mail it home befer returning from overseas.  A final option would be to have a medic carry it in his med bag.


DD

The clip is no longer available.  I am not a huge fan of the inverted grip myself but there is a time and place for everything.  (but that topic has been beaten to death on many forums)
DD

Maxx,

Here's the link to our Cafe/Forum school listings section.   http://www.kajukenbocafe.com/smf/index.php?board=39.0

If you don't find what you are looking for there, register and put in a request thread.  There are still many underground/garage schools out there.


I'd like to add:

1)  Thank you for your service.

2)  Thank you for your interest in Kajukenbo.

3)  No matter how much I love Kajukenbo, "Seek the teacher, not the style".

Just like here with the Pack, there are a lot of schools and instructors of various backgrounds, but you must find the teacher that fits your needs.  I've been very fortunate to have found my teacher the young age I did.   

You can spend a lifetime looking for the right teacher. 

Good luck and always remember your roots.

Stay Safe and always stay progressive.


PS
If you contact us and let us know where you end up, someone here can most likely steer you in the right direction.

I know some great Kajukenbo teachers and some crap ones (the truth hurts) but thats just the way it is.

Your on the right track with Crafty and the Pack.  There are a couple Kajukenbo Dogs lurking here.  We are all from the same cloth IMHO, we are Ohana/Family.

Seek the teacher Grasshopper....

 

DD

Thank you for the heads up Sir.   

Im looking forward to seeing everyone. 

Goodtimes...

Just thought I would bring this back to the top.

Here is a breakdown of a routine that I rotate in and out of when I feel the need to take a break from my normal weight lifting routine.

Enjoy: 
*Note 1)
Examples of these can be found at this web site. http://www.trainingforwarriors.com/


*Note
1A) The way I do these:  Set a "Round Timer" (or any timer) to 2 min's ON / 1 min RESTwith "X" amount of rounds to match your desired number of exercises (ie 12 rounds, 2 min ON / 1 min OFF.  I try to do as many reps of each seperate exercise before the bell rings to rest.  I track the number of reps on my log and aim to improve on that number.   After 1 month of doing this, I increase the weight amounts for the applicable exercise(s). 

It's an ASS KICKER - have fun.

Day 1:  Chest/Shoulders

Dive Bombers -

Hand Stand Press -

Prone Ball Walk Outs -

Prone Ball Push Ups -

Cinder Block Push Ups -

Close Grip Bench Press -

Dumbbell Fly’s -

Weighted Dips –

Brick Drop/Catch –

Dumbbell Floor Press –

Leaning Side Raises –

Shoulder Cleans –

High Front Plate Pulls –

Front Straight Arm Raises w/ Plate –

Truck Drivers w/ Plate –

Behind Head Press w/ Plate –

Around The World w/ Plate –

Straight Bar Overhead Press –


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Day 2:  Arm/Hand

Finger Tip Plate Pick Up –

Plate Pinch –

Farmers Walk –

Tire Flip –

Sledge Hammer –

Arm Over Arm Rope Pull –

Lift And Carry –

Fat Bar Hold –

Standing Curls –

Standing Pull Downs –

Gi / Towel Seated Row –

Gi / Towel Chin Ups –

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Day 3:  Back


Plank w/ Forward Body Pull –

Gi / Towel Supine Rows –

Twisting Turtle Pick Up –

Partner Swing –

Partner Scarecrow –

Partner / Heavy Bag Flip –

Fireman Pick Up –

Chin Ups w/ Various Grips –

Pole Vaulter Pull Up –

Back Extensions –

Dead Lift (single/double) –

Supine Dumbbell Pull Over –

Reverse Fly w/ Dumbbell –

Good Mornings –


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Day 4:  Abs/Core


Seated Press Up w/ Backward Slide –

“V” Sit Up (fingers to toes) –

Leg Triangle Hip Raise –

Partner Leg Throw –

Partner Hip Exchange –

Cinder Block / Med Ball Toe Touch –

Supine Single Leg Kick To Med Ball –

Triangle Crunch w/ Med Ball –

Explosive Sit up / Get up w/ Med Ball –

Seated Figure 8 Around Legs w/ Brick –

Physioball Exchange –

Physioball Knee Tuck –

SL Planks w/ or w/o Single Leg Abd –

Prone Plank w/ or w/o Single Leg –

Superman Abdominal Plank Press –

Supine Cable Knee Tuck –

Olympic Bar Twist –

Olympic Bar Bus Driver –

Olympic Bar Single Hand Snatch –

Olympic Bar Single Arm Punch –

Physioball w/ Cable Twist (s/u/d) –

Physioball Suplex –

Weighted Side Bends –

“V” Sit Up w/ Speed Twists –

Forward Straight Bar Roll Out –

Alligator Crawl w/ Foot Plate Pull –
 
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Day 5:  Legs/Heart


Burpees –

Lunges –

Physioball Squat –

Step Up –

Plate Push –

Power Curl –

Physioball Hip Pop Up –

Physioball Hamstring Curl –

Hamstring Raises w/ Partner –

Toe Raises –

Band Guard Pull –

Groin Plate Slide –

Ankle Band Lunges –

Physioball Hip Twists –

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Day 6:  Fight Cardio/Conditioning


Shadow Boxing - #2 – 3 min’s

Jump Rope - #2 – 3 min’s

SEAL Jacks - #2 – 3 min’s

Bag Work - #2 – 3 min’s

Tai Chi w/ Bricks - #5 min’s

“Poison Palm” Conditioning - #5 min’s

Shin Conditioning - #2-3 min’s

Forearm Conditioning - #2-3 min’s

Dance Of Death - #1-2 min’s

Foot Tag - #1-2 min’s

Hand Slap Push Ups Game - #1-2 min’s

Rope-A-Dope - #1-2 min’s

Duck Walk - #1-2 min’s

Burn Outs - #1 min

Tap-N-Go - #3-5 min’s

Med Ball To Core - #30 sec’s

Physioball Neck Press –

Supine Neck Flexion / Extension –

Neck Band Extension –

Bridge - #30 sec’s

Weighted / Resistance Boxing –



V/r,
Dog Dean
 

Distance - know when your too close and can be hit.
Cover - find an Oh Shit/Default cover position.
Striking - practice slaps and elbows. No fists because it's good way to sprain a wrist or break a hand.  No kicks or knees because it means your only standing on one leg.

Well put DP, I second your statement here. 

Maxx, sorry to say but IMHO there are more reasons for me to choose open handed stricking than closed fist.  Worth working on.   Pro's and Con's for both no doubt. 

In addition to DP's reply, I would like to add Mobility / Hard Targeting.   

DD

https://www.karateinsurance.com/


This is a great place to start.  I currently have insurance through these people and have had no problems. 

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Contact Don Baldwin for assistance.  Friendly and suportive staff.  You can get "Event Only" coverage for a reasonable fee.

Look at their huge list of clients.  They are legit.

DD

Hope this helps.

I will email CD with more ideas.

I am greatfull that my friend and Brother in MA's notified me that he and I are in FMA Digest Vol 5 #3 along with many of MY  HEROES!   

Pg 55-56

http://www.fmadigest.com/Issues/current/Vol5_No3.pdf

Howl

I am greatfull that my daughter Mysti (9y/o) requested (for the millionth time) that she start her "Official Training" with me.  She has played along side of me since age 2 and has always had fun trying to be like "Daddy".  I have never made it a requirement for my little ones to train, and I have made them all ask repeatedly with me saying "Not Yet, when the time is right and you are ready, I will teach you".

I am proud to say, "You are ready!" to my Mysti.

She trained privately with me for 1hr last night.  We covered her boxing stance and proper alignment.  She worked basic boxing punches on both the "Clapper and Focus Mitts" then we worked some basic strikes with single and double sticks.  Caveman, Punyan (hammer fist strike), and broken 6 w/ 2 sticks while working on replacement stepping.

I AM ONE PROUD PAPA!  When I told her that she is starting a year younger than Bruce Lee started, her eyes lit up...   


PS
CONGRATULATIONS HIG!