SanabulEssential BJJ Gi for Men Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi Lightweight Preshrunk Fabric for Jiu-Jitsu Training & Competition

Update: 3/22/2016After many wash and drying in high heat in a dryer, the gi top and pants finally stabilized and stop stretching during hard rolling sessions.I highly recommend this gi. Just give some time and include this gi with your weekly rotation. In about 3 months, it will be perfect for you.Update: 1/12/2016I have contacted the seller about the sizing issue and they told me that the A1 will definitely not fit. The seller suggested to wash the gi in hot water and dry the gi in extra hot setting. I have done that about more than 10 times now. The sleeves still stretch to my knuckles when I roll. When I reported this back to seller wanting to try A1, the seller gave me an alternative option to get a 15% off from the Professional Competition BJJ Gi. The seller told me that the material the Essentials gi is made out of causes gi to stretch where as the professional competition bjj gi is thicker and won't cause that issue. On top of it, the seller told me that I can have Essential MMA BJJ Shorts for 15% off. When I replied to the seller on how I may redeem the discount, I never heard from them. It has been exactly a week since the last e-mail I received from them. Since then, I sent the seller 3 additional e-mails to remind them. It was kind of let down. The customer service started out really great and I never got any resolution then, keep washing it in hot water and dry in dryer.Let's focus the topic on the gi again. The gi itself is a great starter gi. It feels goo on you, it fits great on you except the length of your sleeves. Fresh out of the box for me, the sleeves were down 1/2 inch down from my wrist bone. After shrinking it, sleeves are now at my wrist bone, but with rolling it stretches to my knuckles. If you are a serious competitor, I don't recommend this gi. You will get out griped every time. On the flip side of it, during practice, you really get to practice and defending grips since your sleeves stretch so much and you don't want any of that. I am still giving 4 stars as a starter gi for it's quality, but the sizing seriously needs some work. I am highly disappointed about the customer service. When it was time for the seller to follow through with their promise, they didn't come through it.I am 5'10", 190lbs, male. I looked at the size chart and it indicated that my size is A2. The gi fits perfectly around my body as far as the girth measurements. The length for my arms and legs were about a half an inch further down from my wrists and my ankles before washing. I decided to wash the gi and put it in the dry in attempt to shrink it. I was able to shrink both my gi top arm lengths and pants legs about a half an inch which was perfect. But when I went to the academy for open mat, the gi pants length came back to its original length and the gi top arms length actually became about another a half inch longer from its original length from grips and push and pull of gi from rollong, which made be vulnerable for easily being grabbed by my gi sleeves for butterfly guard for sweeps.I love everything else about this gi such as, how soft it feels, contours around my body perfectly, so light, and so durable. I just wish that I had purchased A1 instead. I don't know why the sleeves stretch so much while rolling. Maybe because the cotton is so soft.... That's why I am giving it a 4 stars review. The sizing needs more work. For me, A1 would have been a better choice.

Sanabul Essential BJJ Gi: Unexpectedly Awesome for Budget-Minded GrapplersTL;DR: Looking for a durable, comfortable, and surprisingly affordable BJJ gi? Look no further than the Sanabul Essential. This gi exceeded my expectations in every way, becoming my go-to choice despite originally buying it as a backup.Bang for Your Buck:I was initially drawn to the Sanabul Essential's budget-friendly price point, unsure if it could compete with my usual high-end brands. Boy, was I wrong! This gi punches way above its weight, offering exceptional quality for the cost. It's quickly become my everyday training companion, leaving those pricier options gathering dust.Built to Last:I'm not gentle with my gear, and the Sanabul Essential takes it all in stride. I chuck it in the washing machine (hot water, no problem!) and dry it on high heat without hesitation. The minimal shrinkage, even after four washes per week, is truly impressive. The sturdy stitching and reinforced seams also instill confidence, knowing this gi can handle the roughest training sessions.Comfort is King:The Sanabul Essential fits like a glove (well, a comfy, breathable glove!). The cut sits perfectly on my hips, eliminating annoying bunching and riding up during rolls. The reinforced crotch adds another layer of comfort and durability, making those intense guard battles a breeze.Final Verdict:Honestly, I'm still surprised by how well the Sanabul Essential performs for half the price of some of the big names. It's durable, comfortable, and looks great – all the essentials for a fantastic gi. If you're a budget-conscious grappler or simply looking for a solid all-around gi, I highly recommend giving this one a try. You might just be as pleasantly surprised as I was.