Pro ForcePro Force mens Waist

So I got this gi for Judo, but it is definitely not a Judo gi. Luckily, my instructor is awesome and she let me use it anyway (she said it looks more like a Tae Kwon Do gi). It's durable though, it went through some rough and tumble stuff and no tears or wearing down of the fabric. It also dries pretty quickly so that whole "do not machine dry" isn't that big of a deal. It's just a liiiiiitle bit small in the waist, but it's elastic so it's not too big of a deal; the rest fit normally- I'm tall (5'10, I got a size 4) and everything was a good length.

This product is lightweight. Not heavy like some gi uniforms. I also love that I can wash it and it is fine. Finally, it has an elastic waistband. The listing was not completely clear on this. You can tell there is a drawstring, but hard to tell if there is elastic at the waist. There is actually both. Fortunately, my kids don't even need to use the drawstring. My kids are a healthy level of thin, so it is really nice to not have to cinch it up to fit their smaller waists. The elastic is the perfect fit! They love their uniforms!

Great product, but you should probably go one size up from what the size chart says. Als, keep in mind that it is a cotton/polyester blend. It will shrink if your wash it in hot water or put it in the dryer.The stitching is very sturdy, and the way the waist drawing string is done is great. You won't have to worry about the drawstring disappearing up inside the fabric like other gi's do. They did it in a creative way that keeps this from happening.Also keep in mind that, even though it is light, the polyester blend will tend to retain heat more than a slightly heavier 100% cotton product. I use two gi's - one is all cotton and a little heavier, but the two feel about the same when it comes to heat when working out. All-in-all, I'd recommend this product.

My first gi was a ProForce 7.5 Oz in size 3 - I'm a 5'9" male weighing roughly 140 lbs. I practice aikido and wanted a judo gi so I ordered a ProForce Gladiator judo gi in size 3 and it was easily two sizes too big. I returned it and rather than guess at the size I opted to try this gi since summer is almost here and my dojo isn't air conditioned. It fits exactly like my other size 3 and it is very light weight! Considerably lighter than my 7.5 Oz which I didn't expect.The stitching looks solid but time will be the real test. We don't throw by the gi all that often so I don't expect it to wear apart any time soon. Absolutely worth the price.

The fabric is very thin, and I can see problems with heavy use because of that. The fabric doesn't breath well. The ties are ribbon, not cloth, and are less sturdy than the fabric they are attached to.The main problem I had with this product was the glaringly large brand label right on the front bottom. If I wanted to have brands displayed on my uniform, I'd do NASCAR and get sponsors, not martial arts.Also, the top tore literally on the first day.I was able to mend the tear, and use a seam ripper to remove the terrible label. So not bothering sending it back. This has however been relegated to backup gi top.Overall review, functional but I am not getting another from this company. Make sure to have a backup if this is your primary gi.

Great buy.This is 2nd one we bought so we always have a clean one. 1st is still looking good after 6+ months of heavy use and weekly washings. Bought same size #4, fits 17 year old male 5" 9" at 150 lbs , training in Kenpo Karate.. All tie straps and the elastic waistband with tie still in good shape. Expect the 2nd one will hold up as well. Fast shipping. Highly recommended !

The size chart is incorrect the size kids age 12 for children is for a smaller child.

I was so happy to find this in the right size for my little guy! His dojo didn't have one small enough to fit him, and the one he was given was swallowing him! Now I don't have to worry about the legs coming unrolled and tripping him!Yes, it's white, but I wouldn't say its sheer at all. The waist is elastic with a drawstring, so there is some stretch, but I don't feel like the fabric itself is stretchy.