Venum has always been known for well made equipment that has intricate graphic design work.$69
Why are there 2 different prices? "When paired up with BJJHQ's ultra-low price point of $70, there's no doubt that the Contender is a great buy."
I was wondering the same thing.
Price is $75. Sorry for the confusion. We cut and past the description from the white, which being white was $5 cheaper.
I'm 5'6 and 140. Do these shrink? And if they do should I get A1.5 instead of A1?
A1 is best. A1.5 would work too, just would be a relaxed fit. It'll shrink a bit if you wash warm and dry with heat, but follow the manufacturer's care instructions (cold wash, hang dry) and there will be minimal shrinkage.
My son is 5' 11 1/2 ' 135 lbs on a good day (can be as low as 125) Hes only 14 so growing still. Ideas on size? should i go with an A2.5?
A2.5 is best due to his height. A2 would end up being too short after washing. Plus he'll grow into an A2.5 better as he fills out from 135 lbs :)
6'4 160 what size
You'd have to get an A4 due to your height, but that'll be baggy on you due to your weight. You could shrink it a bit, but would be much better served with one of the "long" sizes, which Venum doesn't offer. If you hold out for an A2L from someone like 93 Brand, you'll get a much better fit. I am 6'2" 175 lbs and run into the same problem. "Long" sizes are a godsend!
I am 5' 11.5 " and 165. May go up to 170 but I am lean and long-limbed. What size gi would I wear? I heard the venum gis shrink a lot and feel smaller over time even if washing cold.
a3
If you get an A3 you won't have to worry about any shrinkage issues. But if you prefer a more fitted cut and plan to cold wash/hang dry, then A2.5 will still work for you, but A3 is definitely a safer call.
I'm so frustrated everytime I try and purchase through the app it force closes and my purchases never go through
What is the weight of the A 3? Is this considered a light kimono?
It is definitely a light Gi. I'll get weight for you, hang on.
A3 weighs precisely 2.8 lbs
5'10 and194 lbs which size would be recommended? Are these a snug fit like the previous interation?
A3. It's a new cut compared to previous Venum Gis.
If I am 5'6 175 lbs would I wear an A2?
A2.5 is a better call as your weight is 10 lbs out of the recommended A2 range.
I'm about 5`8 weigh 140 would a1.5 be best or a1?
A1.5
Any idea the weight of the A2.5 including pants?
Just put an A2.5 on the scale and it weighs precisely 2.74 lbs.
5'7" 220 ..what size?
5'7" is typically an A2 recommendation, but that'd be too tight for you. 220 lbs is in the A4 range, so that's a better choice, only issue is A4 will be a bit long, given your height. A2H is a more ideal cut for you, as it's intended to accommodate this exact issue (A2 height with an A3-A4 weight), however that's not offered on this Gi. If you want to hold out for a 93 Brand Gi, Inverted Gear, or Flow Kimonos, then you can pick one up. If you want to spring for the Contender, my advice is go with A4 and shrink to fit, possibly hem the sleeves and pants to the proper length.
This isn't IBJJF approved is it?
I don't see anything that would make it not legal for ibjjf.
What was it about the Gi you were unsure of? Should be all good to go for IBJJF. Black Gis are only forbidden if you're a black belt in a match scheduled to be broadcasted (in which case you must have one white Gi, one blue Gi).
511 and 160 pounds, what would be the best fit?
I'd say go with A2.5
Yep, A2.5
Would be really nice if had women small sizes ...