Best karate-style uniform

[IcemanSK]

Now that I feel really old after the "Best TKD uniform" thread, I'm wondering about karate-style uniforms. This old man is partial (as in prefers. Not as in dentures) the karate-style uniforms (robe-type jackets & drawstring pants).

I'm looking for input on striping, too. Is there a company that does good custom striping? Has anyone gotten one done from Sang Moo Sa? There's looked good, but I'd rather talk w/ someone who's bought one, first. Or should I just go to a tailor & have them do it?

 

[tshadowchaser]

Sorry I can't help you on who puts out the best uniforms or will do striping.
I wear solid black most of the time and still remember when the pants were cut just at mid calf and the arms were at mid forarm

 

[IcemanSK]

Sorry I can't help you on who puts out the best uniforms or will do striping.
I wear solid black most of the time and still remember when the pants were cut just at mid calf and the arms were at mid forarm

That uniform cut has become fashionable lately, I've noticed. What's old is new again . I appreciate your post.:asian:

 

[Grenadier]

Now that I feel really old after the "Best TKD uniform" thread, I'm wondering about karate-style uniforms. This old man is partial (as in prefers. Not as in dentures) the karate-style uniforms (robe-type jackets & drawstring pants).

Several companies can give claim to "best karate-style uniform."

Most karate practitioners who use karategi would point to Shureido. These are comfortable, durable, and are often times seen as the pinnacle in uniforms. Yes, they can cost around 200 dollars, but think of it this way: you'll wear out many more of the cheaper uniforms before this one even starts entering that "worn down" territory.

Other companies make good uniforms are a lower cost, such as Kamikaze, Kime, etc.

 

[The Kai]

Check out Kwon, extremely durable, good bargin and cut large

 

[IcemanSK]

Check out Kwon, extremely durable, good bargin and cut large

Thanks for your input, guys. I have a Kwon uniform that I like. I've heard of the great Japanese uniforms you guys mentioned. I was just hoping to find a decent company that has a good uniform that can add stripes, too. Like the pre- V-neck, basic black stripes (MooDuk Kwon style) on a white uniform. Some companies have them, but some go crazy w/ stripes. I just want a heavy uniform w/ a single black stripe down the pants & a few on the jacket. Any ideas?

 

[The Kai]

Take it to a tailors shop, costs a little. Care full with aping the Tang Soo Do trim to close (TSD people might get a tad testy)

 

[Miles]

The Tang Soo Do instructor at our dojang wears a heavy-weight Pine Tree cross-over dobok with the traditional MDK trim. I have seen some of his black belts wearing Pro-Force heavy-weight doboks with trim.

Best Martial Arts Supply will do whatever trim you would like although I don't know the specific charges.

Good Luck!

Miles

 

[IcemanSK]

Thanks Miles! I'll look into em. I'm not lookin' to honk off my TSD brethern (or anyone else). I just something a bit different from the norm. I do like most of Nike's products. I run in their shoes & wear other stuff, too. And I too, like their tag line. When I left the WTF (1986) for the ITF, Nike wasn't interested in TKD. Now that I'm back, I seem to caught in a time warp.

I ordered a Eosin Panther belt, I'll letcha know how it looks.

Thanks again.

 

[bushi jon]

Hoi Bros sun uniforms great price nice gi both Karate and trad tkd

 

[mtabone]

Shureido uniforms are the best. period.

IMO



Michael Tabone

 

[IcemanSK]

Hoi Bros sun uniforms great price nice gi both Karate and trad tkd

Wow,Choi Bros uniforms & Bear Brand belts! I figured you must be a midwesterner I guessed because I a transplant from suburban Chicago. Every uniform I owned starting out was Choi Bros. And East West Market Exchange was also another place to get good stuff.

 

[searcher]

I use mostly JUKA Gold. The best I have found so far.

 

[Miles]

Wow,Choi Bros uniforms & Bear Brand belts! I figured you must be a midwesterner I guessed because I a transplant from suburban Chicago. Every uniform I owned starting out was Choi Bros. And East West Market Exchange was also another place to get good stuff.

E-W Market Exchange is a neat place! I was only in there 1x, but there was this mannequin you could hit and score points on. It was really neat. I also like Bear brand belts-my first black belt is a Bear brand, and I still have it though I haven't worn it in 20+ years.

Miles

 

[stoneheart]

Among the budget brands, I like Kwon and Wacoku. Just be sure to get a heavyweight.

 

[DuneViking]

Again, I like Kwons (also see post to TDK uniforms Q)