I’ve recently started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu again. I have one blue Atama gi that I purchased the last time I was going to start training. I sold my other black, blue, and white gis. However, since I joined a school, I decided that I need a minimum of two gis, so I purchased the Adidas Jiu-Jitsu Challenge Gi model JJ350.
This choice was due to my buddy’s recommendation. He said, and I quote, “This is the most comfortable gi I have ever had.” Those are some pretty strong words, and I trust the guy, so I picked one up.
I’ve rolled with it so far, and I do like it. It fits me much better than the Atama gi, and it feels much lighter. It’s worth noting that my Atama is a size A4, and this one is a size A3. I did wash and dry this, which shrunk it a bit more. I figured that was a good idea, but I think I made the top slightly smaller than it should be. It is what it is, though. I like the gi.
The fact of the matter is that I’m thinking of getting another one for myself. However, I probably won’t be training more than two days a week right now, so I’m not sure if this is the best financial call. I’d also really like my next gi to be a black one. I’m not too keen on white gis because they show dirt and stains more easily. Training can get rough sometimes, and stains are just part of the deal. Those are the main reasons I haven’t bought another one yet. I still might, since it’s a pretty good gi.
I’m no gi expert, but with my brief experience, this one feels solid. I can’t speak to its endurance and longevity since I’ve only just started training, but it seems to be a strong gi. I was worried I’d ordered a basic karate gi, but this one is definitely made for grappling. I can’t speak to the other Adidas gis, but if you can get your hands on this one, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised!
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