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Good questions make better choices. Start with the details of the gi: how it fits, how it is made and how to care for it.
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Women's Jiu Jitsu Gi: How to Choose Cut, Size and Weight
A women's jiu jitsu gi has a shorter, narrower jacket and more room through the hips. Here is when it beats a small men's size, how F labels work in general and how to pick a weave weight for how you train.
Best Jiu Jitsu Gi for Beginners: How to Pick Your First
The best jiu jitsu gi for beginners is a plain, mid-weight cotton gi in a colour your academy allows, sized from the brand's own chart. This guide ranks what to check, not brands, and ends with a 5-point checklist.