Shrinking a GI

Discussion in 'Grappling Technique' started by Weonlywonsixtwo, Jul 12, 2005.

  1. Weonlywonsixtwo

    Weonlywonsixtwo Banned Banned

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    I heard you wash in hot water then put on hot in the dryer is this true?
     
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  2. Balto

    Balto Silver Belt

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    Yep. Treat it just like every other piece of cotton clothing.
     
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    Yup, use hot water and a dryer. Though in some brands, the Gi pants won't shrink.
     
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    Get in the weight room and grow into it like a real grappler should.
     
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  5. Resendiz

    Resendiz Just glad to be able to train again.

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    what about the pre-shrunk guaranteed not to shink GIs? ex Koral
     
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