(Part 2) Best sports & outdoors volleyball according to redditors

Make sure you get the Official KoB.. approximately 45USD, not the Replica KoB.. approximately 15USD.

I've found the official KoB for as low as 30USD if you bargain hunt long enough.

My old coworker wore knee pads daily!

Something light weight like this
https://smile.amazon.com/adidas-S1748VB100-5-Inch-Black-White/dp/B074CNTF5Q/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=knee+pads&pd_rd_r=100b1195-5448-40fd-b371-e09150f5d2da&pd_rd_w=aFcXK&pd_rd_wg=i7sBB&pf_rd_p=a6d813ec-3ed4-4e07-8c47-44da4b9e8167&pf_rd_r=7TDTZNA08NFRD33YTT1G&qid=1565659049&s=team-sports&sr=1-10

Most people I've talked to prefer the Asics International 2. I suggest the Nike Streak. They are conformable and work well.

Other than the safety aspect of impaling your hand on the rake, that's a great idea! I may set up something like that at home for when my (brand spankin' new) practice partner is unavailable. Something like your setup (minus the rake head lol) could be adapted to work with this.. Bonus points for not having to chase the ball.
https://www.amazon.ca/Puredrop-Volleyball-Training-Equipment-Aid/dp/B01NAU69Y0/

BRO... I got you, get this one. Really though, it's actually called BRO.

BRO ANKLE SUPPORT: 3 Point Compression,ANKLE BRACE https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DAAJDYK/

(patella strap is included free but kinda useless)

I lubed some bushings once and hurt my ankle badly, with a history of rolled ankles, and that thing was necessary to walk let alone skate for a while. That sort of injury is no joke.

I don't use it any more but I think you can start with it, tight, then progressively loosen and eventually wean off (proper skating is pretty good for ankle strength).

I know I personally can keep going with PB because it's so low impact on the joints, but I honestly never considered that other people in my class might also need low impact exercise too! Bunch of bad knees and bum hips :) I looked around and I think these are the donuts we use in my studio - if they're the same brand then I can attest they are nice and dense https://www.amazon.com/dod-fitness-Knee-Donuts-kneeling/dp/B00ANU7N1G/ref=lp_8063115011_1_1?srs=8063115011&ie=UTF8&qid=1543505841&sr=8-1

For indoor, your two most popular ones are the Molten Flistatec that NCAA uses ($85 MSRP, but you can find it for ~$50), and the Mikasa MVA200 that FIVB uses. (also ~$50)

For beach, it's the [Wilson AVP(https://www.amazon.com/Wilson-WTH6007ID-AVP-Game-Volleyball/dp/B01C5VR8SI) or Spalding King of the Beach

Guess I’m gonna have to get one of these

You could possible pick up something like this and some U-bolts. You would probably require an intermediate plate as the pole looks like it is quite a large diameter.

The problem you might have is better clamps run about the same price as entire stands.

To add onto what's already been said, Google your area and see if you can find any club programs to get some coaching. For example, many clubs near me offer lessons to juniors 1 night of the week, usually Friday. I'm in NJ, but I assume this isn't something special to here.

If you can, try to play some sand/grass over the summer. It'll get you actual game touches, and since it's doubles, you get to work on a lot of skills simultaneously, unlike indoors. Personally, I prefer sand, it's easier on the body when diving for me. The drawback is that you're typically not as explosive on sand as grass or indoors.

As for a ball, this is my favorite

PS - I'm hoping for Season 4 in Fall 18, such a good show

I personally like a backpack, but for you I'd go with a duffel/gym bag. Nike has some pretty good ones, and I always advocate for Mizuno because they're my own favorite brand.


My old club uses this duffel: https://www.amazon.com/Mizuno-Bolt-Duffle-Grey-Black/dp/B01449G7WC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1475066243&sr=8-2&keywords=Mizuno+duffel+bag

I'm 98% sure the supporter in your link comes with this cup: https://www.amazon.ca/Shock-Doctor-AirCore-Adult-Large/dp/B01640ION4/ , though I use it with Shock Doctor compression shorts instead.

It's foam, but with a somewhat stiff plastic part in the middle. The stiff part isn't as sturdy or broad as a normal cup, though. You can twist or bend it in your hands - more than just foam, but not heavy protection either.

I agree it's a compromise for Krav. It's not gonna protect you from a proper shot during sparring, for instance. It's enough for days which are mostly pad work, with a bit of partner drills later on. It helps that I usually go to morning classes, which tend to have a smaller group of people who are a little more "controlled".

I don't know much about hockey - but I don't think I'd trust it at all for that. I've spent a couple hours on dirt bikes, and never felt the need for a cup, but I think, if you're gonna wear one riding, it's probably the right balance of comfort/protection for that. The "tail"/bottom would easily deform (in a good way) against the seat, so it doesn't dig into you.

It is, though, very comfortable - it bends totally with you, and has never caught or otherwise bothered my piercing.

Is it truly "enough" for Krav? Depends on how willing you are to weather the occasional wild kick. I just accept it as "cost of doing business", but your tolerance may be different.

The Diamond is truly the gold standard - you can have somebody just haul off a kick or knee into your groin and you almost don't feel a thing. It is a bit bulky, though, in addition to the cost you mention. Their shorts are good quality - I've worn them right over the piercing and it never snags or anything.

EDIT: To add the shock doctor one is covered (laminated, kinda) in a porous fabricy lining. I can't remember what the directions recommended, but I always throw it in the washer with the rest of my gear, and it's been fine through probably 100 washings. Looks a little worn, but not functionally any different.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeycomb-Crashproof-Protective-Climbing-Badminton/dp/B019DXUGEY/ref=sr_1_4/168-3240644-7973110?m=A7S0YHZS145JC&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1485234089&sr=1-4
I just got these and love them. The sleeve isn't too tight but at the top has an elastic band to hold it in place.

Thanks!

This one is my favorite.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01A25G1A0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I highly recommend a pair of [volleyball knee pads] (http://www.amazon.com/Wilson-Adult-Strap-Knee-Black/dp/B00I43QR1G/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1427257921&sr=8-6&keywords=volleyball+knee+pads+wilson) that you can wear under your pants. Nobody can tell, and you're protected from slamming your knees into the ice- which you will do. These are made for protecting knees from gym floors but they provide great protection from the ice and won't hinder your movement as much as full shin pads. Elbow pads aren't a bad idea, but you'll need a hoodie with lots of room in the sleeves to pull it off. Gloves are the other must have for open skating as you don't want your hands running on the ice.

I have really weak ankles as well. That + being overweight for 18 years and never building up certain muscles means that I am really prone to ankle rolls.

Some things that have helped me:

-I have these ankle braces that I wear when I played rugby, am rock climbing, or doing rocky hikes. I always bring them backpacking with me although I don't usually wear them. Ankle braces are good for stabilization as you build up muscles but I wouldn't wear them all the time - especially for things like walking - because it makes your ankle reliant on the brace and it never builds up the necessary muscles.

-Spend a lot of time on your feet. You don't have to be running but things like walking and challenging your foot to stabilize itself (walking on sand, grass etc) will make your ankle stronger and stronger

-I went to physical therapy but stopped because $30 a session was too much for me. But take those exercises and do them on your own time. Use a bosu ball or couch cushion and just stand on it with one foot. This is an ankle routine specifically for runners that I've been doing

-Go to a running store or podiatrist and tell them about your pain in flat shoes. The podiatrist gave me a pair of inserts that I wore in my running shoes for the first two years or so.

The good news is that your body adapts and will build the necessary muscles the more you use it! My ankle is so much stronger compared to when I first started running. When you almost roll your ankle it's terrifying but those are actually the times your ankle really learns to restabilize itself. You don't have to force it but things like balancing or unstable terrain can be really good to build up those muscles...just be careful!

In regards to running, find a program and do it. Don't push your body too hard. If you haven't been running consistently as your body has been growing then it's new (and stressful) for your body - give it time to catch up!

Not sure there are any socks on amazon that aren't on your wishlist :P

but here's a few

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disclaimer: Can't promise all those aren't on your wishlist haha.

That was fun.

I like this knife; I'm keeping it. Thanks for the contest!

Hey thank you!

So no, it’s not... you’re totally going to laugh at me but check this out..

I actually used the strap that came with this . I went OTB and fractured my foot in Feb. so I ordered this just to give me added stability for a few months. I never used it. (Luckily I didn’t need it).

However I was pondering the same thing as you and I just so happened to think of the strap. It totally worked! I could pull it tight and keep it snug. Would def call it ghetto, but hey.. it works great lol.

https://www.amazon.com/adidas-S1748VB100-5-Inch-White-Black/dp/B074CNWMDY/ref=sr_1_32?dchild=1&keywords=volleyball+knee+pads&qid=1569351748&s=gateway&sr=8-32

These kind where the pad is one piece not several pads.