This is a Ronin Brand Shiai Brushed Karate gi - 11 oz. special designed for everyday training & Kumite competitions. It absorbs easily the sweat and releases humidity quickly, permitting the body to breath more freely.
Ronin Brand's New Shiai tournament cut (short sleeves, longer jacket, short baggy pants) style karate gi. Bleach white High Quality Brushed canvas 100% cotton.
Meticulously constructed for the comfort & freedom of movement for the serious KUMITE* competitor (Jacket & Pants). Sizes 1-8, also come in half sizes.
When you compete in a kumite tournament it is important to have a gi that allows unrestrained movement and provide a good ventilation to the body in order to avoid overheating too quickly, and this while looking good on you and producing the right sound effects.
The Model - Joe Talerico, 5th dan Shotokan karate. former usa team member. 7 national gold medals, 5 International gold medals. Most recent gold - U.S. Open in las vegas, March 2013.