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Title mma grappling
dummy heavy bag 100lb version
By titanium jaw
Overview
So I decided that I wanted an all around versatile heavy bag that can also double as a grappling dummy, so I purchased the title mma grappling/heavy bag 100lbs version. With shipping it came out close to $138. When I got it I was amazed how big it was and the weight of it, triple chain and swivel are included. It is made out of triple-ply synthetic leather, it may not be real leather but it is super thick and tuff....After having it an entire year I have dropped it and scratched it but it will hold up to years of abuse. The stitching and quality overall are top notch and it does not feel like the cheaper less expensive bags of this style.
Titles website list the 100 pound version as 48inches tall and 16inches wide but when I measured mine it came out to be 53.5 inches tall 18 inches wide and weights 105lbs.
Performance
When hanged and used as a heavy bag, the bag itself feels really heavy and the surface is harder compared to a twins thai bag or a traditional everlast/title boxing heavy bag. Proper technique is a must since the bag does have human like curves since it is a grappling bag, so damage to a wrist is possible but it has never happened to me.
The shape does get a bit getting used to, if your just used to using traditional bannana thai bags or boxing heavy bags. But the curves and the shaped head give you great accuracy, and throwing body shots and kicks to the mid section are more realistic on this bag. Kicking the lower part also takes some getting used to , due again like I mentioned because of the shape and hard surface.
After a month of practing-jabs,hooks,crosses,over hands, low kicks,body kicks,head kicks. It feels really great, uppercuts are a bit trickier since the chest part bulges out a bit
On the ground is where the bag let me down a bit, the shape is triple sided and resembles a triangle with rounded corners when the bag is layed down and since the chest area bulges out it feels like you are trying to ride a bull and trying to keep balanced since it never lays flat like a real person does and you are very high off the ground, during a full mount, even when you are sitting on the curved hip area. Strikes from knee to the belly and side control feel fine, but overall it takes a bit of balance and control and does not represent an opponent on his back the way I thought it would due to its odd shape, transitioning around the bag -full mount,dismount,side control,north south etc. all feel odd but again once you get used to it, its not a big deal for me but I know some might not like it.
Throws are a great workout on this bag since it is 105 lbs, there are no limbs but hip throws, and double underhooks/under over around the arm area and slams are possible and offer a challenging workout. And strength training drills are also possible, carrying the bag around for a few minutes and you will feel it.
Conclusion
If you are looking to combine a traditional heavy bag and still be able to throw kicks like a thai bag then this is your bag. Ground and pound can be challenging for some but it is possible on this bag.
Pros-great for striking,top quality,
Cons-ground work is challenging but possible due to its shape, curves might cause injury to someone that has never boxed before.
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dummy heavy bag 100lb version
By titanium jaw
Overview
So I decided that I wanted an all around versatile heavy bag that can also double as a grappling dummy, so I purchased the title mma grappling/heavy bag 100lbs version. With shipping it came out close to $138. When I got it I was amazed how big it was and the weight of it, triple chain and swivel are included. It is made out of triple-ply synthetic leather, it may not be real leather but it is super thick and tuff....After having it an entire year I have dropped it and scratched it but it will hold up to years of abuse. The stitching and quality overall are top notch and it does not feel like the cheaper less expensive bags of this style.
Titles website list the 100 pound version as 48inches tall and 16inches wide but when I measured mine it came out to be 53.5 inches tall 18 inches wide and weights 105lbs.
Performance
When hanged and used as a heavy bag, the bag itself feels really heavy and the surface is harder compared to a twins thai bag or a traditional everlast/title boxing heavy bag. Proper technique is a must since the bag does have human like curves since it is a grappling bag, so damage to a wrist is possible but it has never happened to me.
The shape does get a bit getting used to, if your just used to using traditional bannana thai bags or boxing heavy bags. But the curves and the shaped head give you great accuracy, and throwing body shots and kicks to the mid section are more realistic on this bag. Kicking the lower part also takes some getting used to , due again like I mentioned because of the shape and hard surface.
After a month of practing-jabs,hooks,crosses,over hands, low kicks,body kicks,head kicks. It feels really great, uppercuts are a bit trickier since the chest part bulges out a bit
On the ground is where the bag let me down a bit, the shape is triple sided and resembles a triangle with rounded corners when the bag is layed down and since the chest area bulges out it feels like you are trying to ride a bull and trying to keep balanced since it never lays flat like a real person does and you are very high off the ground, during a full mount, even when you are sitting on the curved hip area. Strikes from knee to the belly and side control feel fine, but overall it takes a bit of balance and control and does not represent an opponent on his back the way I thought it would due to its odd shape, transitioning around the bag -full mount,dismount,side control,north south etc. all feel odd but again once you get used to it, its not a big deal for me but I know some might not like it.
Throws are a great workout on this bag since it is 105 lbs, there are no limbs but hip throws, and double underhooks/under over around the arm area and slams are possible and offer a challenging workout. And strength training drills are also possible, carrying the bag around for a few minutes and you will feel it.
Conclusion
If you are looking to combine a traditional heavy bag and still be able to throw kicks like a thai bag then this is your bag. Ground and pound can be challenging for some but it is possible on this bag.
Pros-great for striking,top quality,
Cons-ground work is challenging but possible due to its shape, curves might cause injury to someone that has never boxed before.
Pictures
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