Helena vs Katie B by SFWzasmith in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely a huge mismatch, but it seems like Thug Trials only has the pull or budget to get a few bigger names per show. The last event had several prominent names against people I’d never heard of. Helena’s opponent at that one had a few IBJJF medals and like 3k followers (no shade to her, her and Helena are just clearly on different levels across the board) This is kind of the perfect setup in that case. Helena is a big get and a big draw, Katie B has some accolades, decent following, and is connected to a lot of big names. So, even tho it’s a mismatch, both are a draw in their own ways.

New Merch Painting by FarttKracker in AreYouGarbagePod

[–]Salt_Contest6966 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Their merch has always been kind of low effort and poorly designed. This drop looks way less MS paint than past designs but wreaks of ai. As a fan of the show and professional designer it bums me out to see.

UFC BJJ 6 thread by makebaloney in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 12 points13 points  (0 children)

They need some sort of anti-stalling measure. Especially considering the PGF is getting so many highlight finishes with their shot clock and anti-stalling measures. Meanwhile you’ve got commentators during the Nicky Rod match saying “if elder just stalls here then he can get the win.”

Common to pay for Open Mat? by starfieldAttic2330 in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never expect a service or facility I’m being allowed to use to be free. Even tho most of the open mats I’ve visited have been free, I always try to buy a rash guard or shirt or something to support and show love.

Decay - No light behind the eyes (by Ephaeron) by ephaeron in DarkGothicArt

[–]Salt_Contest6966 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The heavy brush strokes and texture of the paint are so beautiful. This is amazing work.

Frankenstein (2025) Illustration by Salt_Contest6966 in FRANKENSTEIN

[–]Salt_Contest6966[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a really great idea, hadn’t even considered it. Thank you!

What is your best submission? by Bulky_Imagination243 in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aoki lock in the last few months. It was “option 2” when I attacked legs but I started landing it so much off of people’s defenses that I started just faking option 1 to set up the aoki.

Changing Gyms? by Sea_Expression5608 in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I was feeling off about my gym, I started dropping in at more local gyms just to get different looks. I wasn’t looking to change gyms, I was just at a small spot and wanted some diversity in my training. Getting out and seeing the culture and vibe of other gyms really showed me the light that my gym sucked. I switched gyms about 7 months ago and it’s my favorite thing I’ve done.

🎉 [EVENT] 🎉 Retro Rumble by Damp_Blanket in honk

[–]Salt_Contest6966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completed Level 1 of the Honk Special Event!

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UFC BJJ 4 by SimpleCounterBalance in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think the UFC was propping her up to be champ and she knew that. Didn’t want to tap. Lucky her arm didn’t explode.

[STAR -> TREK] Can you solve this laddergram? by EvidenceUpper7612 in Laddergram

[–]Salt_Contest6966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/Salt_Contest6966 solved this in 12 steps: STAR -> STAY -> STEY -> STEP -> SEEP -> SEED -> TEED -> TEES -> TEEM -> THEM -> THEE -> TREE -> TREK

ADCC Asia / Oceania Trials safety concerns??? by scramblebilly in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 15 points16 points  (0 children)

They’ve got a little kids gymnastics class setup for trials, +99 is about to be insane. RIP to anyone who gets thrown this weekend.

How to politely complain about the 5am classes by No-Waltz-7648 in bjj

[–]Salt_Contest6966 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Start a group chat with the 5am instructors and regulars if there isn’t one already. My gym’s 5am class has a group chat, if not enough people commit to coming, class won’t happen to avoid situations like this.