Category Archives: Equipment

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Hiking Boots for Martial Artists: Rationale and Reviews

Posted on May 17, 2016 by moaimartialarts

Rationale Here is an other entry in the informal outdoor equipment series featured on this site.  This time, we’re focused on boots.  I wrote about training outdoors in minimalist footwear a long while ago–you know, before it was cool.  It is … Continue reading →

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New Affiliate: Kataaro

Posted on April 15, 2016 by moaimartialarts

Kataaro is a custom martial arts belt and equipment company that I’m consistently impressed with.  Their products are excellent as is their customer service and delivery. Better still–all their products are made in the USA! Here is a quick review … Continue reading →

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GORUCK GR2 Review: The One-Bag Solution

Posted on April 11, 2016 by moaimartialarts

The Holy Grail for EDCers everywhere is the fabled “One-Bag Solution”.  I think I’ve found it with the GORUCK GR2.  I’ve had this bag for about a year now, and it’s served me well during hiking trips, ruck marches, yard … Continue reading →

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New Review: Venum MMA Sparring Gloves

Posted on April 5, 2016 by moaimartialarts

I just signed on as a gear reviewer for a new website, MMA Gear Addict.  This one’s on a sweet set of Venum gloves that you can get on closeout if you shop around.  Check them out! – Bill Venum … Continue reading →

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GORUCK GR1 Fitness Loadout Review

Posted on February 29, 2016 by moaimartialarts

There are a lot of reviews for this pack online, but not many explain all its different uses.  Here’s one loadout for the GORUCK GR1 used for fitness and rucking.  Look for more equipment discussion on the way, including different … Continue reading →

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Sandbag DIY Dead-Squat Combo Lift using GORUCK and Mystery Ranch Packs

Posted on February 24, 2016 by moaimartialarts

Here’s another post in the “Silent Ninja Workouts” series.  This is a lift inspired by the Dead-Squat bar. It is meant to combine a deadlift with a squat. In this video, the deadlift is done with a 150lbs. GORUCK sandbag … Continue reading →

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GORUCK Sandbag Deadlift

Posted on February 18, 2016 by moaimartialarts

I wrote a post about DIY sandbag deadlifts a long time ago.  Here’s a new one using some new, better performing gear.  This is a 5×5 deadlift demonstration.  There are approximately 330 pounds of sand and plates loaded into a … Continue reading →

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Feel the Burn!

Posted on December 11, 2012 by moaimartialarts

Here’s a quick review of the Burn Machine Speed Bag. Popularized in MMA by Anderson Silva and Brock Lesnar, this spinnymajig is made of steel and chrome and comes in weights between 4, 8, and 12 pounds. Here’s a compilation … Continue reading →

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DIY Sandbag Trap Bar

Posted on March 24, 2012 by moaimartialarts

Here’s a quick twist on working out with an old toy. I repurposed my heavy sandbag into a trap bar for deadlifts and shrugs. First, I used some old ratchet straps from the wing chun dummy I made a few … Continue reading →

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Black Friday 2011

Posted on November 25, 2011 by moaimartialarts

Well, the holiday shopping season is upon us again, and even the most dedicated martial artists can be distracted by the deals.  I prefer Cyber Monday to Black Friday, but if you feel like putting your training to good use, … Continue reading →

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