When I buy and review a product on Amazon, I try to be really fair. When I reviewed this gi, I gave it 3 stars because I actually like the product. I think the style is super cool, I love the colors, and it fit really nicely.
The one problem for me was that the shoulders and upper back felt too tight. I got an A3 size, and it just didn’t work. This gi is very form fitting and seems designed for someone with a slimmer build on top. It wasn’t the best fit for me since I have a bit more muscle in the upper body.
The best way I can describe the fit is that it felt like I was wearing a suit jacket. Does that make sense? I didn’t have the full range of motion in my arms, and it felt uncomfortable around my lats and delts. I worried that it might shrink after the first wash, and since it already felt tight, that wouldn’t help.
I sent it back and quickly got a refund from Amazon. I’m thinking about trying an A4 next time because I really like how it looks and how it fits in other areas. Right now, I have four gis and don’t really need another one unless I train more often. But if I do, I’ll probably go with the A4 in hopes it suits my broader shoulders better.
Overall, I think this gi is a great looking piece, but if you have a more muscular build like me, I recommend sizing up to allow for the tapered fit and possible shrinking.
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