This new version is above and beyond the older first gen version. I have the old one and it's great for drills and escapes but the arms were the weak part (ripped in half under both arm pits) as was the neck (cracked). The bonus is the leather style is pretty heavy once filled and is very firm. I'm updating with this new style soon!
Shredded rags is what is recommended for stuffing a grappling dummy. You can also try buying a used heavy bag at a yard or garage sale for cheap. Gut it and use the stuffing for your grappling dummy. Jendila has the best canvas grappling dummies. Here is one of their videos on how to fill a grappling dummy: th-cam.com/video/MS9UK6f8UXU/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=jendila
Your two exact issues were my issues. The Dummy wasn't filled and that bad shoulder joint. But with the Gi in the shoulder is okay. Still annoying. Filling I wrapped some rocks I smashed with a hammer in some cloths and taped it up with sticky tape. You could use sand or gravel too. Great video
You forgot to mention it takes a lot of time to make it flexible and symmetrical all round becuse there is gonna be budges and more fatty areas by accident if you’re doing it with ripped clothes I just recommend you buy some shred up memory foam becuse you don’t want a bulge on his knee during stuffing and have to take stuff out to correct it when his opening is on his upper back or you’re arms gonna he fishing in there annoyingly for hours when you can’t see but only feel into it.defo took me a great time to get that even buff but all the legs and arms evenly packed so he has the density of a normal human.i live in a very rural place and none of my friends are into BJJ we had one class b but it shit down thank god for these dummies even more in quarantine with love from the middle of no where in Britain
I have the 1st gen model and been using it since March 2020. The arms eventually ripped under the arm pits lol. I duct taped it back together, threw a rash guard over it to tighten things up and then a Gi over it. I still really like it but I wish the arms were a little longer. I have the 6 ft. version. I stuffed the absolute crap out of it and it's actually pretty heavy and great for escapes from underneath it. I am gonna update to the new version soon, which looks much better and sturdier.
I haven't used the canvas version, but in general leather tends to soften over time, which is just a nicer experience. The hands probably won't be an issue, but the "shoulders" are definitely not designed for and probably won't withstand heavy use for very long. They arms/shoulders and neck are a LOT more flexible, however, which is nice provided that you're careful and don't go too hard on it. Because of this flexibility, the dummy is a lot easier to manipulate than your typical grappling dummy. You can actually do real triangles, omoplatas, armlocks, etc. You just can't go crazy on it. It's really good for "light" drilling. I wouldn't recommend it if it's going to have to take a lot of abuse. The Suples Dummies are really good for that kind of thing. They're great for throwing around, but aren't good for the finer type of techical work because they don't have any kind of articulating joints.
@@samuraibrazilianjiujitsu9273 that's great to know, thanks. I'm not looking to beat a dummy up like I'm in an MMA fight. Just want to practice some techniques and build up muscle memory for armbars etc. Sounds like the leather version is better for that - would you agree?
- How long have you had it for? - Could you fill the front part of the face?(I've heard some older models you couldn't get to the front) - Is this the best dummy you have tried? Would be nice if you could do a review on standing dummies like u have in the back. Thanks
Thanks for your questions. It's tough to get my hand up into the head to check, since it's fully stuffed, but the very front of the face doesn't seem to be fillable. The head is still pretty fully stuffed and that hasn't had a real impact to me. This is the best ground-only dummy that I've used. I'm working on the review of the standing dummy. Should be finished early next week.
Hey for whoever has trouble filling the hands and feet: get yourself a stick or pipe of some kind and use it as a ramming rod. I used a toy that had a plastic tube. And no, that’s not a bedroom toy….
This new version is above and beyond the older first gen version. I have the old one and it's great for drills and escapes but the arms were the weak part (ripped in half under both arm pits) as was the neck (cracked). The bonus is the leather style is pretty heavy once filled and is very firm. I'm updating with this new style soon!
Shredded rags is what is recommended for stuffing a grappling dummy. You can also try buying a used heavy bag at a yard or garage sale for cheap. Gut it and use the stuffing for your grappling dummy. Jendila has the best canvas grappling dummies. Here is one of their videos on how to fill a grappling dummy: th-cam.com/video/MS9UK6f8UXU/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=jendila
Thanks for the demonstration ❤
Your two exact issues were my issues. The Dummy wasn't filled and that bad shoulder joint. But with the Gi in the shoulder is okay. Still annoying.
Filling I wrapped some rocks I smashed with a hammer in some cloths and taped it up with sticky tape. You could use sand or gravel too.
Great video
Thanks for the review and information.
My pleasure!
You forgot to mention it takes a lot of time to make it flexible and symmetrical all round becuse there is gonna be budges and more fatty areas by accident if you’re doing it with ripped clothes I just recommend you buy some shred up memory foam becuse you don’t want a bulge on his knee during stuffing and have to take stuff out to correct it when his opening is on his upper back or you’re arms gonna he fishing in there annoyingly for hours when you can’t see but only feel into it.defo took me a great time to get that even buff but all the legs and arms evenly packed so he has the density of a normal human.i live in a very rural place and none of my friends are into BJJ we had one class b but it shit down thank god for these dummies even more in quarantine with love from the middle of no where in Britain
Great info, I’m sold on it. Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
I ripped his arm off while he was wearing a gi. Still thinking about how I will fix him
Yeah..seems over all flow rolling. Or practicing technique you have the exact details for seems the best course.
Have you tried their customer service? I wouldn't count on a replacement, but it may be worth a shot. I'd be interested in hearing what they say.
Excellent review
Glad you liked it!
Can you do an updated review after a while? I hear a lot of these rip apart after a month.
Will do. I wouldn't be surprised if the shoulders come off if you're not careful. They're only hanging on by a thin leather strap.
I ripped the arm off mine. He was wearing a gi too
I have the 1st gen model and been using it since March 2020. The arms eventually ripped under the arm pits lol. I duct taped it back together, threw a rash guard over it to tighten things up and then a Gi over it. I still really like it but I wish the arms were a little longer. I have the 6 ft. version. I stuffed the absolute crap out of it and it's actually pretty heavy and great for escapes from underneath it. I am gonna update to the new version soon, which looks much better and sturdier.
Is there an actual link to purchase the dummy lol? I've looked high and low and can't find one.
IS there any reason to choose the leather version over the canvas? I can't see how it's helpful having arms and hands that are barely attached.
I haven't used the canvas version, but in general leather tends to soften over time, which is just a nicer experience. The hands probably won't be an issue, but the "shoulders" are definitely not designed for and probably won't withstand heavy use for very long. They arms/shoulders and neck are a LOT more flexible, however, which is nice provided that you're careful and don't go too hard on it. Because of this flexibility, the dummy is a lot easier to manipulate than your typical grappling dummy. You can actually do real triangles, omoplatas, armlocks, etc. You just can't go crazy on it. It's really good for "light" drilling. I wouldn't recommend it if it's going to have to take a lot of abuse. The Suples Dummies are really good for that kind of thing. They're great for throwing around, but aren't good for the finer type of techical work because they don't have any kind of articulating joints.
@@samuraibrazilianjiujitsu9273 that's great to know, thanks. I'm not looking to beat a dummy up like I'm in an MMA fight. Just want to practice some techniques and build up muscle memory for armbars etc. Sounds like the leather version is better for that - would you agree?
- How long have you had it for?
- Could you fill the front part of the face?(I've heard some older models you couldn't get to the front)
- Is this the best dummy you have tried?
Would be nice if you could do a review on standing dummies like u have in the back. Thanks
Thanks for your questions. It's tough to get my hand up into the head to check, since it's fully stuffed, but the very front of the face doesn't seem to be fillable. The head is still pretty fully stuffed and that hasn't had a real impact to me. This is the best ground-only dummy that I've used. I'm working on the review of the standing dummy. Should be finished early next week.
I really enjoyed mine even when he got a bit floppy but i ripped his arm clean off while he was wearing a gi. I’m going to repair him somehow.
Hey for whoever has trouble filling the hands and feet: get yourself a stick or pipe of some kind and use it as a ramming rod. I used a toy that had a plastic tube. And no, that’s not a bedroom toy….
What did you use to fill it ?
Are you located in campbell ca?
Which size did you get and how tall are you? Trying to gauge which size to get. I am 5'8" and not sure which to get.
Thanks for the review. For a 65" tall adult, would you recommend the 5' or the 6' version?
Hmmm. Tough call. One of my students about that height used the version that we have and she loved it.
I'm thinking the taller dummy will give you the better training. Most students are between 5'7-6'4" so 6ft would make the most sense for me.
Interesting idea with the rope. How often are you training with your dummy?
Thanks! I'd say we use it a couple of times per week.
Did you name your dummy yet? The dummy at Heroes got the name "Kevin" by the way....
lol. I was thinking of calling it "Pat".