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Martial Arts Topics / Re: Looking for a Good Pair of Sticks...
« on: July 21, 2010, 09:22:45 AM »
Thanks for the info Rick.
That was a great explanation.  And a good analogy too when comparing the cost of the video's to the cost of a school.
Like I said, I was trying to save money. But I guess that was the little kick in the ass I needed to go by the video's..

One more thing.  I'm new to these forums, and I'm not saying it doesn't happen....  But after reading through some of the threads (this one included), I love how everyone is on the same page.
There are plenty of forums that you go to where that is not the case.  Obviously if everyone is going to a forum on one topic(fighting, mma, excercise, etc) they all have something in common.  But on a lot of those forums god forbid you say the wrong thing and everyone is quick to slam you. 
What I like about this one (from what I've seen so far) is there is an actual level of respect for the other people in the forum.
Maybe it's b/c Crafty is an active member of the forums so people are on there best behavior.  ...That may not be the only reason, but I'm sure it helps.  Anyway, it's a bit refreshing... :)

Thanks
Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / Re: Looking for a Good Pair of Sticks...
« on: July 20, 2010, 02:02:32 PM »
Ooops.  Guess I broke the 1st rule...  :-)  Should have searched the forum 1st.

Thanks
Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / Re: Looking for a Good Pair of Sticks...
« on: July 20, 2010, 09:38:03 AM »
SO, I ordered a pair of 28"x3/4" from bloodsport.  Haven't tried them yet, but I'm looking forward to it...

I've been training w/ both sets of sticks.  My older ones and the newer Crafty Model.  Definitely like mixing it up w/ the different weights. 

I have another question.  I'm pretty new to this.  I did JKD about 10-12 years ago.  Then I got into kickboxing and completed in that for a while.  Now I just started training sticks w/ one of my friends.  He's new to it, so I'm teaching him.   We've been doing basic stick work and some light sparring.  But he's really into it, so it's definitely motivating.

I'm showing him as much as I can, but again my experience is also limited.  So, here's my question.  I see that through the membership you get access to video trainings.  What would make more sense for me?  Investing in the RCSF I series, or getting the membership.  I'll be honest, I'm trying to keep it cheap....  So, if I spent the $75, would it help me along?

Thanks

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Martial Arts Topics / Re: Looking for a Good Pair of Sticks...
« on: July 15, 2010, 09:35:12 AM »
Quote from: Kostas on July 15, 2010, 12:33:16 AM
Nonetheless, to make them last even longer, I (and many others) put masking tape (at least two layers) on the top third.  This will change the weight and balance slightly, but it really does extend their useful life.  If I will be fighting with the stick at a Gathering, I remove any tape - just to ensure it being even slightly lighter.

I was going to ask about taping the sticks.  It does change the weight a bit, so I wasn't sure if everyone does this.  My old pair that I got from the Inosanto seminar are taped up.  Guess that's why they lasted so long.  Coincidentally, the pair I mentioned that I just bought from amazon were also taped... but they still broke in half after one use.... Lame.

One more question.  How do you guys deal w/ different sticks?  The Crafty Dog model are a lot heavier than my old pair.  It completely changes the dynamics when working w/ the sticks.  The movements are a lot slower.  Do you recommend working w/ different sticks regularly so you get used to different weights? 

I'll have to say that I do have one definite benefit for using the heavier Crafty Dog model. I'm an Auxiliary Police Officer and we we're issued wooden straight batons(nightsticks), not the "newer" ASP collapsible ones.  While the Police Baton is only 26", it has about the same weight as the Crafty sticks.  So, it helps me there...  Personally I'd rather carry around one of my 29"x3/4" kali sticks while on patrol rather than my Police Baton, but that's not an option...

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Martial Arts Topics / Re: Looking for a Good Pair of Sticks...
« on: July 13, 2010, 09:52:31 AM »
Great.
Thanks guys!!

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Martial Arts Topics / Looking for a Good Pair of Sticks...
« on: July 13, 2010, 07:51:50 AM »
I'm looking for a good pair of 29" x 3/4" sticks.
I have the Crafty Dog Model.  They're great... solid as a rock.  But they're a little heavier then I like.
I have a pair of 29" x 3/4" sticks that I bought at an Inosanto seminar about 10 years ago.  I got my monies worth, but they're breaking down.

I just bought these from Amazon, but they were crap!
http://www.amazon.com/Gungfu-Filipino-Burned-Escrima-Carvings/dp/B003E81EFA/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1276014980&sr=8-6
The description said, "Recommended for stick to stick contact training. Because these are Fire Hardened, and Lacquered, these are designed to last longer and take a beating!"
ummmmm, that wasn't the case.  Not exaggeration, they literally broke in half after one training session...

I found these.  Does anyone know if they're any good?
http://www.wle.com/products/W191.html

Any recommendations?
Thanks

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Martial Arts Topics / Mental state
« on: February 05, 2004, 11:08:21 AM »
I'm speaking for myself on this one, but I believe that the goal is to stay as relaxed as possible.  Being able to do this comes from experience.
Remember that sparring is for gaining experience, learning, and practicing for the real thing.  Try to remain calm, and not to get your addrenaline pumping - work with your partner and practice your techniques.
I'm going to relate this to kickboxing.  If you are in the ring sparring, and you have your partner against the ropes - throw two or three hard punches, then back up, relax, let your partner regain his composure, and continue to work.  There will be times when you spar harder than others, but remember, the goal it to work and learn.
 - Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / Mental state
« on: February 05, 2004, 09:58:10 AM »
I don't have experience stick fighting, but I am an amatuer kickboxer(about 16 amatuer fights - kickboxing/muay thai).  
I'm sure that the experience is pretty much the same, so here is what I think.  Thinking of your opponent as the enemy isn't necessary, or good.  It often makes you tense up, and makes for a bad sparring partner.  When you spar, you are not there to kill your opponent - You are there to work with eachother.  
I thought the same way as you did when I first started kickboxing.  However, many Friday nights spent sparring in the ring, allowed me to get experience, and be able to calm down.  
You don't need to think the guy is going to kill you to be able to compete.  You need to practice and be in shape.  I think the key ingredients to fighting in any sport  are stamina, heart, and skill.  You need all three of those put together.
I don't care how much you hate you opponent, or think he is going to kill you, if your in the third round of a fight and your so tired you can't lift your arms or throw a kick, your going to get knocked out.
Also, no matter how hard and intense you spar in the ring, it will never compare to an actual ring fight or street fight.
Hope this helps.  :)
 - Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / looking for Long Island school
« on: January 27, 2004, 09:52:57 AM »
hey Pat,
  I emailed you about a week and a half ago.   I don't know if that was the wrong email address, or you just haven't checked your email.
   Anyway, I wanted to know if you want to get together to work out.  I have three dogs, and one of them doesn't like strangers, so my place won't work.... Do you have any ideas?  Let me know.
  - Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / Rattan Sticks
« on: December 30, 2003, 07:54:45 AM »
I have a question, what does the PAL stand for in "Real Contact Stickfighting - 6 Tape Set - PAL"?

Thanks
Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / Happy Holidays from NYC!
« on: December 23, 2003, 09:35:53 AM »
Happy Holidays from Long Island!!!



 - Sandon

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Martial Arts Topics / looking for Long Island school
« on: December 09, 2003, 04:36:44 PM »
:D Hey Pat, that sounds good.  Maybe after the holidays we can get together on Sundays from time to time.
Do you have an email address?
sandog
(Sandon)

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Martial Arts Topics / looking for Long Island school
« on: December 09, 2003, 08:44:21 AM »
Thanks,
 I've been doing a lot of research online, trying to find the best place to train, and I definitely want to train w/ the "Dog Brothers".
  I trained in JKD/Kali for about 2 1/2 yrs while in High school w/ my cousin. (I think he was an apprentice trainer under Paul Vunak).  My cousin moved away though.
   After that I competed in amatuer kickboxing for five years.  I trained w/ Tommy Bottone(USKBA middleweight wolrd champ).
  But now I want to get back into Kali.  I'm going to be going to school all day on Saturdays starting in Feb to get my MBA, so I'm probably not going to have time to come down until this summer.  
  But I'm definitely going to suck it up and take the drive to Queens.  I have to check it out.  
Maybe I'll see you then
Thanks for the information
sandog
(Sandon)

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Martial Arts Topics / looking for Long Island school
« on: December 09, 2003, 05:04:14 AM »
Thanks.  I don't know if your from long island or not, but I live in Ronkonkoma(middle Suffolk).
I looked it up on mapquest, and Charles Chi?s MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING CENTER is about 20 miles from me.
I also looked up progressive martial arts on mapquest and it 40 miles from me.
So, I'll probably take a look at Charles Chi's Center.  
Thanks for the advice

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Martial Arts Topics / looking for Long Island school
« on: December 06, 2003, 08:58:44 PM »
I live in eastern long island, and i'm looking for a school or someone nearby to train with.
I saw that "progressive martial arts" is located in Queens, NY.  But, that is still about 45 mins west of me, and w/ traffic can take from 1 - 1 /1/2 hours to get to....I think if I drove that far a few times a week I'd have to learn how to stick fight just to fend off my wife...lol
I appreciate any suggestions
Thank You

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