(Part 2) Top products from r/judo
We found 23 product mentions on r/judo. We ranked the 100 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. Judo in the U.S.: A Century of Dedication
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
22. Choque: The Untold Story of Jiu-Jitsu in Brazil 1856-1949 (Volume 1)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
24. Street Sword: Practical Use of the Long Blade for Self-Defense
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
25. JUDO KYOHON Translation of masterpiece by Jigoro Kano created in 1931.
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
26. Passing the Guard: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Details and Techniques, Vol. 1
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
28. Self-Defense by Judo
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
29. Judo for Mixed Martial Arts: Advanced Throws, Takedowns, and Ground Fighting Techniques
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
30. Tomoe-Nage (Judo Masterclass Techniques)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
32. Shimewaza (Judo Masterclass Techniques)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
JUDO MASTERCLASS SHIMEWAZA
34. Scientific Karatedo: Spiritual Development of Individuality in Mind and Body
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
35. Judo in Action Grappling Techniques
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
36. Cool Judo T-Shirt for Martial Arts T-Shirt
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
This is the perfect cotton t-shirt for any professional judoka, judo player, competitor or martial art student you know that loves his cool sport and has an elegant style. If you like to look good and support your passion, this shirt is for you!Featuring an elegant design, inspired by the nation of ...
37. The Techniques of Judo (Tuttle Martial Arts)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
I have acquired about 21 hard copy judo books (and many PDFs) since my return to judo about 3 months ago, and find, as a relative beginner, that the best explanations of techniques are from the following:
I have to make clear that the LeBell and Sharp books do not contain the complete Gokyo, but I do not think that matters, as they explain the theory and practical application of waza (techniques) so well, and are so affordable, that it would almost be a crime to not buy them. Also, the Reay and Hobbs book is 1979 (maybe there were more recent editions or printings). This book contains mostly illustrations, but is very well done.
I should also say that I think that one simply has to have the 'Kodokan' Kano book, and certain others, too.
Hey man, the design is online now! Here's the German link: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07VRS4G7Y
And here's the American one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VLBPL7J
Thanks again for your support, hope you like the shirts :)
The first Judo book I was ever given and still I love is The Techniques of Judo by Shinzo Takagaki and Harold Sharp. The book was first published in 1957 and it includes old school photos and illustrations. Every technique is gone through very thoroughly and they give you counter techniques as well. It may be lacking in some newer areas or schools of thought, but from a fundamental and nostalgic viewpoint it is a great judo book in my opinion.
The version I have is from the 80s but the newest revision was done in 2011.
Here's the latest revision on Amazon
Edit* ISBN 0-8048-0569-5 (off my version)
That's not bad. Shimiwaza is much worse.
What happens is that you have a couple of companies that are automatically setting the price of the book in response to the competition.
So one if one them drives up the price, the other moves to match it, then the first one increases the price again (this normally happens because the first company doesn't actually own the book, it's just planning to buy it from the second company, and send it on to you if you order it from them).
Details here: http://www.michaeleisen.org/blog/?p=358
Edit: I found a better example.
Tomenage for $51
and
Tomenage for $191
$30+ used is not bad at all of an out of print classic. The budo book that i would love to get my hands on is $89+ used and $250+ new. Scientific Karatedo by Hanshi Masayuki Kukan Hisataka. Yes I know it is Karatedo but i would buy it immediately if it was $30.
edit: He is kudan karatedo and godan judo.
"Judo - Teach Yourself" by Sid Hoare has some advise for people who don't have any dojo around:
http://www.amazon.com/Judo-Teach-Yourself-Syd-Hoare/dp/034024786X
It contains a few inaccuracies (the description of seoi otoshi for example), but that aside it's a quite solid book. Used editions come dirt cheap.
Other than that buying or constructing mats would be a start, so you could at least practice breakfalls, which belong to the essential basics of judo. Fortunately nowadays you can buy mats of all sorts online. The thickness/softness depend on the floor you plan to put them on. Sprung wooden floors are the best. A concrete floor would be the worst (use thicker, softer mats). The mats may not be too soft though. If sink in and can't slide around on your feet freely, they are too soft.
Something more difficult might be finding training partners. If you are lucky you find someone who already has judo experience.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0870405179/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all
That wasn't very hard.
Superstar Judo has quite a few clips on kumikata, from various athletes.
There is also this book - https://www.amazon.com/Grips-Judo-Masterclass-Techniques-Adams/dp/095184556X
The pictures reminded me of the old "Judo in Action" books my sensei pulls out when he wants to make a point.
I couldn't quite get into The Art of Learning, but it is well-reviewed, and written by a high-level practitioner of BJJ.
https://www.amazon.com/Choque-Untold-Jiu-Jitsu-Brazil-1856-1949/dp/1491226366
As noted in the wiki, the source is this book: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1556435630 which quotes a letter from Kano to Koizumi.
Try and get your hands on this classic https://www.amazon.ca/Street-Sword-Practical-Blade-Self-defense/dp/1581605986
From inside someone's guard, passing is really the only viable strategy. If you're up against a skilled opponent, and you try to choke or attack their arms from inside their guard, they can push you away and keep you off balance with their hips. Focus on getting around him. The advantage of an open guard is that it's dynamic, makes it easy to move, and makes attacking faster with less telegraphing. The disadvantage is that it's easier to pass.
There's a book out there called Passing the Guard that I would recommend highly - it really digs into the theory and strategy. Pick a couple simple, straightforward techniques and drill them until they become a reflex. If you can keep steady psychological pressure on your opponent with constant passing attempts, you'll distract them from being able to attack.
Quick note on leg locks as an attack: they're great if they're legal where you're at, but always keep in mind the position before submission hierarchy. If you miss a leg lock, your opponent can often reverse you and end up in a pin. If you focus on dominant position first, and pass to land a pin or mount, you can go for multiple attacks with more control, all while making your opponent work just to get their next breath.