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What to do with an old gi?

Wearing your old gi, you went through intense training, improved your skill levels, and attained higher belts. It has seen your feeble punches turn into boards-breaking powerful punches, and your slow kicks into lightning fast kicks. So, naturally there is a sentimental value attached with your old gi and you don't want to simply throw it away. But for your competition, or you have earned a higher belt, or simply because the gi is torn, you need to have a new gi. You can always buy a high-quality new gi from Pacific Sports, but what to do with the old gi? Here are some possible suggestions. [...]  read more

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White, Black, Blue, or Red Gi?

Nowadays, a gi comes in various colors, with the most common being white, black, blue and red. So, which gi color should you buy? This article answers some questions that might help you to determine the right color for your martial arts practice. [...]  read more

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Why buy a Pacific Sports gi?

Pacific Sports gi is the first choice of amateurs and professionals alike all around the world, because it provides several outstanding features and benefits. [...]  read more

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How to fold a Gi in a traditional Japanese way?

8oz Poly/Cotton – White Karate Gi

A gi can be folded in many ways; however, traditionally in Japan it is folded either in a rectangular/square way or a round/circular way. In Japan, these methods are known as: Shikaku oritatami gi (shikaku=square, oritatami=folding/folded, gi=martial arts uniform), Nagashikaku oritatami gi (nagashikaku=rectangular), and Marui oritatami gi (marui=round/circular). Generally, martial artists in Japan, fold their gi in any of the above ways. [...]  read more

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Karate Uniform or Taekwondo Uniform?

Entering the world of martial arts is an extremely exciting and exhilarating experience. Regular training helps to create structure as well as develop good physical and mental health. But for someone new to this domain, selecting an appropriate outfit, Karate uniform or Taekwondo uniform can be a daunting task. Martial arts websites and stores are filled with a range of different uniforms so you might ask yourself, which should I choose.. Karate uniform or Taekwondo uniform? [...]  read more

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The Weights Of Canvas Karate Uniforms

In these days of buying online, it’s impossible to feel the weight of the fabric before buying your uniform. That’s why it’s a good idea to understand what is meant by lightweight, medium weight and heavy weight and 10oz, 12oz, etc. The ounce (oz) weight describes the thickness of the fabric, so the higher the number, the thicker the fabric. [...]  read more

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Buying a Karate Gi Online in Australia

When you're thinking about buying a karate gi online in Australia, it's likely that you're thinking of more than choosing the right size uniform. You want to know that the quality is what you hope for, the price is good and that it fits you as you'd like it to fit. At Pacific Sports our aim is to provide you with an excellent quality karate uniform that you feel good wearing and lasts for years. We have served Aussies online for many years – and operate our business from Brisbane, Australia. [...]  read more

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All Cotton Karate Uniforms

There are many different kinds of martial arts, from the relatively well-known Karate and Taekwondo to the uncommon yet beautiful movements of Okichitaw. Regardless of which martial art you practice, it’s most likely you’ll wear a uniform or gi. This is symbolic of the practice and profession, whilst allowing free and comfortable movement. Most long-term practitioners prefer all cotton karate uniforms here's why. [...]  read more