Fightwear and Martial Arts Equipment Reviews

The Text-Book of Ju-Jutsu as Practised in Japan by S. K. Uyenishi [Book Review]

June 15, 2022 Steph 0

As a practitioner of Japanese Ju-Jitsu and a keen bookworm, getting hold of and delving into these early 20th century books of Ju-Jitsu is such an exciting and enriching experience. It’s so interesting to see […]

Twins Special Synthetic Leather Boxing Gloves Review – Metallic Red 10oz

October 24, 2021 Steph 0

As time goes by, more and more people are becoming aware of the environment. Vegetarianism and veganism is growing as people opt to avoid eating meat and wearing animal hides. This can also extend to […]

DEED OF DEATH (2019) (aka SILAT WARRIORS / GERAN) [Film Review]

August 23, 2021 Steph 0

DEED OF DEATH (2019) aka SILAT WARRIORS aka GERAN Available now on digital download A family are hounded by a loan shark’s henchmen when eldest son Mat Arip gets himself into debt. Having given the […]

BSN Protein Bar Review – Chocolate Brownie Flavour

May 1, 2021 Steph 0

I love to try all different types of protein snacks, such is my love for all things flapjacks, bars and cookies, so on a recent trip to Home Bargains, I opted to try the BSN […]

Shoot Fighting Submission Systems by Yoshiaki Fujiwara [DVD Review]

December 19, 2020 Steph 0

As a practitioner of Erik Paulson’s Combat Submission Wrestling in the home of catch-as-catch-can and pies (Wigan, Lancashire), catch wrestling is something that more than interests me. It’s part of my roots. Even my cousin’s […]

Clif Bar Review – Cool Mint Chocolate

July 18, 2020 Steph 0

When you’re running, hiking, cycling or down to the gym, you sometimes need a pick-me-up to give you the energy boost to get you through it. One of the many energy bars on the […]

Blitz Vencedor BJJ Gi Review

March 12, 2020 Steph 0

Blitz are known for producing a range of martial arts uniforms for karate, judo and taekwondo, but for a number of years they’ve also produced a range of BJJ gis, both through their own brand […]

Blitz Superflex Sports Shoes Review

February 2, 2020 Steph 0

In more recent times, I’ve found that training in bare feet can be a painful experience. Itchy soles of the feet, cracked soles and occasional athlete’s foot means that I cannot train in bare feet […]

Extreme Hobby Yakuza Dragon Rashguard Review

January 26, 2020 Steph 0

Finding a rashguard that fits is sometimes a challenge for me, mainly due to my short stature (I’m 5’2″) which also comes with the fact I’ve got short arms. Men’s rashguards always seem to drown […]

Heroic Sport Pahlavandle Review

November 3, 2019 Steph 0

Breaking into the UK market, Danish company Heroic Sport sent me a pair of Pahlavandles to test out on the Shop4 Martial Arts blog. Perfect for strength and conditioning, either solo or in a class […]

Bounty Protein Flapjack Review

September 22, 2019 Steph 0

Like most women, I love chocolate. So when I was strolling through my local shop and spotted Bounty Protein bars for sale, I couldn’t help but grab one as I dearly love the coconut-filled confectionery […]

Fortis Renegade 12oz Boxing Gloves Review

September 15, 2019 Steph 0

Boxing gloves are an important piece of kit for any striking martial artist. Whether you’re a pure boxer or you like to add in elbows, knees and kicks for Kickboxing or Muay Thai, boxing gloves […]