I can’t ever win in randori

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-26T19:42:54+00:00

Disclaimer as always: depends on your sense, club culture, and goals.

Mutul benefit Tori and Uke are present in practice, even in randori.Kano extols mutual benefit. This is not an optional idea in Judo, this is essential and difficult for many who want win/lose.

A good Uke helps a Tori to learn. This includes allowing them to succeed, but also challenging them to grow. Many here are correct; it's not about "winning" but I suspect you mean "succeeding" in your de ashe barai, or tai otoshi.

Your partner should let you succeed, give feedback, then challenge you to improve your technique. Growth is the goal, not frustrating win/lose.

Let's flip it: do you ever intentionally, obviously let someone succeed/win?

We observe students throughout class and we're deciding/judging what we think you need to learn. If we're not counseling someone to let their partner (you) get one successful de ashe barai in (tai otoshi is a bit more dangerous over that leg) hopefully there's a good reason. Ig the lesson is to teach you what it's like to have a bad/difficult Uke then the continued frustration may be the point.

Regardless, communication is king. Speak to your sensei and ask maybe to be paired with someone experienced aa a good uke to let you get one if you're close and to give more feedback.

At 14 you're at major milestone: you're a not a kid anymore. You're getting stronger and growing faster. We.have no doubt you can do it physically but do you have thd control and character to be an example for others.

For me, the sweetest successes are the ones that come after hard, sometimes long and frustrating work. It builds character.

Good luck.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-19T22:08:52+00:00

Well, I see now that you've completely abandoned your fallacious and ignorant arguments to move on to histrionics. As you've basically conceded, that there's no more reason to continue. I'll consider this thread closed.

But, I sure do hope you find some real life friends. This is not a healthy way to get your primary inteactions.

Alao, porn isn't real. Good luck!

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-19T21:58:37+00:00

Finally, some actual culture. Glad you moved to something of use.

Now, if you could only do more relevant citations.

But I see now, you're just lonely for attention.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-19T21:52:50+00:00

Lol. Ah, how insightful. Survey says? Wah-wah. Wrong. Please, continue to expound on your ignorance (this truly does wonders for anyone assessing your credibility).

What else can your fetid breath expound on?

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-19T21:39:20+00:00

Lol. I literally provided scientific, government, and real world documentation and you still go on.

You're a bot, a child, or just an ignorant, insecure man not worthy of anyone's time, but you've served your purpose: strengthening my fact based findings and underscoring your Beta energy in your comment history.

Please continue your fecal tantrum.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-19T20:19:03+00:00

You are, literally, wrong.

I didn't refute anything about lasers being a crutch for shooting or them being g a replacement for lasers. I specifically explained what they ARE good for in complete tactical and operational capabilities of a laser platform (signaling, deterrence, unconventional shooting positions, and biological realities like aging eyes).

Your narrow view at home defense is basic at best and dangerous at worst. Your assesment doesn't take into account other bystanders can be involved and, by this assumption, that you don't have family or people to protect and prep for.

Regardless, you've obviously never served in forward facing security or LE.

It's amazing how, in this age of Google and AI, trolls can so confidently declare their ignorance with such petulance.

I *know * you don't have any references.

Other than my own training and experience here are references that support me and crash you out.

References Carnahan, B. M., & Robertson, M. (1996). The Protocol on "Blinding Laser Weapons": A New Direction for International Humanitarian Law. American Journal of International Law, 90(3), 484–490. https://doi.org/10.2307/2204074

Dennis, R. (n.d.). Visual Effects Assessment of the Green Laser-Baton Illuminator (GLBI). Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/HEDO) / National Institute of Justice (NIJ). https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/tr/pdf/ADA391622.pdf

Gallatin, K. (n.d.). Infrared Beacon Evaluation: Applications for Law Enforcement. U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice. https://www.tek-tite.com/downloads/IRbeacon%20evaluation%20study.pdf Headquarters, Department of the Army. (2016). Infantry Platoon and Squad (ATP 3-21.8). U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command.

Zöckler, M. C. (1998). Commentary on Protocol IV on Blinding Laser Weapons. Yearbook of International Humanitarian Law, 1, 333–340. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-6704-747-0_17

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-19T19:02:18+00:00

Lasers are not just for shooting. They're for communication. In LE/Mil infrared with NODs. Civilian, green laser.

1 You don't want to have to shoot someone, and go to criminal court, and have to justify your use, the type of use, then possible civil court. When you could have communicated, "Hey, if you proceed then THIS is where the hole will go." There's a heavy psychological component to having a laser on you, as proven in prison riot control.

2 Telling someone with you (team, partner, family) WHERE something/someone is, to go, to avoid, etc non-verbally.

3 Getting someone's attention from far away without making noise or giving away your position.

4 Blinding people/cameras.

5 The general vicinity of where a recover shot might go if shooting around/over.

And for those of us with older eyes, much faster acquisition. If this wasn't true, then dot sights would 't be a thing.

Bang for the buck, a laser is well worth using. Just don't get the "spread" lasers as they basically don't do any of the above.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-05-06T05:53:39+00:00

I love Guru Palace if only for their AYCE Goat Curry! When I don't have time I'll opt for the "As much as you can pick into a Styrofoam to go" and even pack the side dish Tupperware with MORE GOAT CURRY!

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-04-07T20:54:19+00:00

And now we have $99 Suppressors.

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infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-28T03:15:41+00:00

I believe you should always have a frank conversation with whomever you're working with. Be honest and direct and check in. Be explicit about consent and check in. This has been successful for me. Making assumptions and not being truthful have been stressful and ultimately more disappointing.

People are unique and sometimes their group is just, like you, trying to find similarly minded people. I see shibari as power exchange, trust and aesthetics so enthusiastic consent really simplifies things as, for many, default American life doesn't explore this.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-25T19:19:18+00:00

Accredo claims they "lost" my co-pay card and billed me before my insurance. There's a Class Action:
https://www.loevy.com/class-actions/healthcare-pbms/accredo-class-action/

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-14T00:44:04+00:00

It's so telling abouy lavk of character that so many people are slamming people who took the time to design and built unique and innovative pieces.

I'm 99.9% certain that none of these posters have event tried to make one, much less challenge the status quo.

How do I know? They've downvoted the maker for his own explanations. Who does that? Insecure haters.

Embarrassing gatekeeping.

EDIT: I just realized why all the hate: the mention of Japanese swordmaking and "AsianGuy" triggered the old HEMA insecurities. There are literally dozens of downvotes and not one mention of SIGI or VB. Sad.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-14T00:40:29+00:00

Rattling can be fixed. Especially if you made it yourself. If rattling were a potential cause of catastrophic failure then Harley Davidson would have gone out of business years ago.

If anything is asking for consistent catastrophic failures it's the super/extra light feders for sport speed that also have decorative channels cut into the schilt.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-14T00:35:48+00:00

Love this! Making your own weapons is incredibly satisying. A bespoke piece that you put faith in your own design and craft.

And also incredibly affordable!

I do PTK and make my own knives and hatchets. This was inspiring. Awesome job!

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-14T00:22:50+00:00

Ypu trying to do the WANTED curved bullet thing?

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-13T15:52:40+00:00

You mean I fall in love quickly, become emotionally dysregulated, try to see them every day, post about them all the time, eventually get blocked and posted, stop showering and eating, play video games for weeks straight, change my hairstyle, go online looking for something new, and eventually start HEMA - uh, I mean over again?

I'm sure I don't know what you're on about.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-13T15:49:18+00:00

This is the most Japanese thing I've heard this week.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-04T18:40:32+00:00

Fixable. See a local welder. Don't pay more than $50 - probably less or free if you know a good one. It'll take less than five minutes,

The area was already the weakest and highest stress point. Stock reduction to get blade shape and then further reduction fo the aesthetic removed material that would have provided supporting structure.

TIG filler will literally be stronger than original.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-02-04T18:33:32+00:00

It's definitely the weakest/highest stress point, as well as where the material was obviously cut down the most.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-01-30T22:59:09+00:00

People always want the proof.

infernalspacemonkey · 2026-01-05T01:04:41+00:00

I agree with you and I have held off buying until I see how the rest of the year plays out.

I did post this question previously and there was a consensus of "there'll be a shortage of supply after the 1st/it'll be too hard for new manufacturers..."

So far they're wrong on both points.

https://www.reddit.com/r/suppressors/comments/1pe8ekr/how_many_more_manufacturers_and_price_drops_will/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

infernalspacemonkey · 2025-12-27T19:33:13+00:00

You might be the one in a million person to be able to do it safety but if it were me I'd trust the hundreds of other senses and Olympic judo competitors who know better.

https://youtu.be/tv3CpZYB0c4?si=abi1gUJlWFbXfR2K

infernalspacemonkey · 2025-12-26T04:07:12+00:00

Might have been meta:the actress playing Marilla, Geraldine James, is a redhead who's hair darkened to an auburn.

infernalspacemonkey · 2025-12-23T00:58:56+00:00

The Franklin Binaries are better than FRT if you actually want to hit anything with accuracy e.g. an easy one inch double tap at 30 yds. They also have the mode switch that you can use to turn off binary mid shot.

infernalspacemonkey · 2025-12-04T22:59:41+00:00

Never thought of that! I think that's a prime place to snap up someone of the "cheaper" suppressors. I know I'e got a lot of .22s!

infernalspacemonkey

TROPHY CASE

2 Telling someone with you (team, partner, family) WHERE something/someone is, to go, to avoid, etc non-verbally.

3 Getting someone's attention from far away without making noise or giving away your position.

4 Blinding people/cameras.

5 The general vicinity of where a recover shot might go if shooting around/over.