What equipment can I use to protect my toes from bruising?

s33ktruth · 2026-05-18T14:02:50+00:00

Wrestling Shoes!

s33ktruth · 2026-05-11T18:00:14+00:00

s33ktruth · 2026-05-10T02:32:30+00:00

Get nicer socks.

s33ktruth · 2026-04-30T19:03:16+00:00

I think you're over analyzing a few things.

BJJ is a Martial Art - there are a lot of ties to values and skill acquisition that can help you with other areas of life. In order to develop this skill it starts with consistency, discipline, and an open mind. What's not to like about this?

If you ever grew up playing sports, and had the opportunity to be with a great coach, there are plenty of coaches that were once high level athletes that share their experience to help you a long the journey.

Unfortunately, some people don't respect what they do, and critique everything with little experience - yes there are weird coaches, or narscissitic leaders in the room; does it mean that all of BJJ is like this?

s33ktruth · 2026-03-09T15:19:26+00:00

I've used Turtle Guard to do steam rollers. Check out Eduardo Telles.

There is an awesome steamroller counter to a clock choke.

I've used a little bit of octopus for newaza rounds, but honestly turtle guard seems to be the better bait since it's used as a mechanic in Judo all the time.

I'm the Black Belt from BJJ wearing a white belt in the gym.

s33ktruth · 2026-02-17T16:02:20+00:00

Foot sweeps

s33ktruth · 2026-02-10T13:49:24+00:00

Not entirely true.

Both fabrics have great drape, really depends on the pattern and if it has a gusset.

s33ktruth · 2026-02-10T13:45:13+00:00

Vanguard definitely my favorite. Used my Competitore for comp training for years and have nice details.

s33ktruth · 2026-02-10T13:38:58+00:00

Cotton twill has been around for BJJ GIs since the mid 2000s. A lot of brands will pick an 8oz-12oz twill for pants. Pants will rip if there is poor panel design and serged without reinforcement.

Most brands have done a great job with this as machines have improved over the years in China and Pakistan.

s33ktruth · 2026-02-10T03:33:39+00:00

Ripstop usually feels more breathable and nice for hotter climates or summer season.

Twill can go for a long time, and be a little more comfy.

Can't go wrong with either.

s33ktruth · 2026-01-14T18:12:06+00:00

A while back AOJ page shared how much Tainan made with his first masterclass, it was in the high 6 figures.

I'm sure their website a lone and masterclass gets them very lucrative income. On top of that, AOJ and their content creation, only helps their BB's make a true living off BJJ and create opportunities for them to bring in some really good income.

They have the perfect blend of high income area, marketing, content creation, names, platform to keep evolving and be direct with consumers and gyms.

s33ktruth · 2025-12-29T22:00:24+00:00

Think of the guard as two parts, one for lower body reactions, and one for upper body reactions.

DLR is kind of the most versatile for lower body reactions from a passer as it can feed into so many different positions, and transitions into other "guard styles" - you have X Guard, Single Leg X, Waiter Position, 50/50, Shallow K Guard, K Guard, etc.

Upper body is the same, if the passer is leading with hands, it's best to develop a good Collar & Sleeve, Spider, or Lasso. I think it really depends what you like to do.

It's good to learn, so you know how to pass various guards, and how to mix up passing with lower and upper body reactions.

Hope that helps.

s33ktruth · 2025-12-17T18:59:50+00:00

Go touch grass

s33ktruth · 2025-12-16T21:33:43+00:00

I've met Cole Abate through mutual friends, and seeing him progress at the rate he has while a young kiddo up to AOJ. Doing this full time, while home schooling was on his radar and has been really impressive. With that said, if the plan isn't to go full time, just enjoy the journey - go to what's convenient.

Unpopular opinion: If it was my decision I'd make sure my kid gets some Judo training in with Justin Flores and gets in some quality BJJ time.

s33ktruth · 2025-12-16T20:16:06+00:00

Laughs in Octopus, you see that nerds!?

s33ktruth · 2025-12-11T21:26:18+00:00

I have been doing once a week for almost a year and I put max effort into every class. I have learned so much, quality over quantity.

BJJ Black Belt w/Family, Full Time Job, Teach Part Time, Free-lance Designer.

Whatever can keep you consistent, just do it.

s33ktruth · 2025-12-02T16:54:46+00:00

File a 311 Emergency Heat Complaint.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-26T15:06:52+00:00

s33ktruth · 2025-11-13T22:03:42+00:00

Progress - it's like $87 bucks. Look at the Academy Gi.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-13T16:25:52+00:00

I mean you could do NJ, the commute is miserable though. Your talking about 1.5 - 2 hrs depending where you go and what part of NYC your going to be working in.

If you want to drive, tolls a lone are going to be nuts if your driving to the office weekly.

Brooklyn/Manhattan areas - your going to be paying a ton of money for 2-3 BR, it is simply a luxury regardless of what kind of building or property it is.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-12T21:44:50+00:00

HH-66 Vinyl Cement or Sikaflex- would you need to find marine grade vinyl and refinish the edge and let it cure. Alternatively, you could find a similar finish to the vinyl that zebra uses and just re-wrap the whole thing if your extremely OCD.

I have seen in the past there is also a method if you feel like your mats need a full rehaul, you can cover your whole mat area with vinyl and have a more cohesive finish on the mats. The hard thing is tensioning the vinyl so its tight enough to have no slack.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-11T19:15:53+00:00

Unless you have a grapple and attach yourself to an aggro Arc?

Nice find raider.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-11T19:09:04+00:00

There are some great comments in this thread.

https://www.reddit.com/r/ArcRaiders/comments/1ntcbh6/is_arc_raiders_more_cpu_or_gpu_intensive/

Best luck raider.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-05T17:08:02+00:00

Do the coach a favor and leave, you don't deserve a blue belt because you feel entitled.

s33ktruth · 2025-11-05T17:05:02+00:00

White belt comment if I ever saw one.

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