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Martial arts training implements: uniforms, things to hit, things to hit with, "boffer" and other less-dangerous practice weapons, protective gear, matting and more.

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Isn't it recommended to use heavier gloves for bag work?

What weight class are you? I'm 6'3" (186cm), 220lb (100kg). A high-quality, leather, 10 oz, dense foam, full-wrist velcro-fastened glove suits me well and lasts approx 2 - 3 yrs of 3 training sessions …
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Is a freestanding bag effective for honing your strikes?

A free standing bag is a very useful training device. It may not provide the movement offered by a heavy hag, but in the absence of anything else, it offers an excellent way to gauge range and power, …
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Boxing bag capable of withstanding being outside 24/7

Many high-end/commercial bags now use ripstop (reinforced), UV resistant, crack resistant PVC. I won't advertise any particular brands here, but an internet search for 'Ripstop boxing bags' will yield …
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Light or heavy gloves for friendly boxing match?

As the previous answers and comments demonstrate, there are a range of views and practices when it comes to glove and headgear selection, and equipment choice is important, but it pales in significance …
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