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The Must Have List For MMA Gear

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#1 ·
Hey all... I was thinking of putting together a "must have" list for folks who are looking at training in MMA. What I'm thinking of putting together is a listing of gear to be used with one person and 1 training partner to effectively train. Considering this is going to cover both striking and grappling, and that this list is for those with wallets that aren't the deepest in the world, what would you put down as "must have" equipment and gear for the budding MMA practitioner? For instance:

Grappling
Mandatory:
Bike or Support Shorts (wear them under your rolling shorts so that your genitals don't play a game of ping-pong when you get taken down or thrown)
Supporter and Cup (I've been struck in the groin more times rolling than I have ever been when standing up)
Mouth Guard (Chipping and breaking teeth happen a lot when you're thrown around, or being put in the Chokehold or Neck Crank du jour)
Knee Pads (self explanatory)

Optional:
Wrestling Mats (too expensive for most, open carpet or grass can always suffice, just not as nice to roll on)
Wrestling Shoes (this one is a toss-up, rolling without shoes is okay, but traction and not getting your individual toes caught is nice; wearing shoes can be like attaching velcro to your feet on some leg holds)
Grappling Gloves (if you're leisurely rolling, these are completely useless... if you're preparing for competition, then they're a must)
Head Gear (cool for regular Greco-Roman work, but if you put your arm up around someone's head in a submission scenario, you might as well ask for your opponent to put you in an armbar, or choke you out).

That's what I've got for Grappling so far. I'll get into the Striking equipment when I have a little more time.
 
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#31 ·
Hey swpthleg, sorry I didn't see that one earlier. The IMF Tech Gloves would definitely cover your Sparring, Bag and Mitt/Pad work in spades. They are strictly striking gloves, and although I have done "sprawl and brawl" type drills with them, rolling with them on sucks. They just aren't the right tools for the job. For that, you would get some grappling gloves. This is an awesome pair for that, and a great deal.

If you absolutely need a second pair of striking gloves (which is always a good idea if you don't want to get stuck with the old, stinky gloves lying around the gym), I would readily suggest these here. They aren't the fanciest or nicest feeling gloves, but they are a great all-purpose glove that you can abuse at a reasonable price.
 
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#36 ·
Great list very useful.

I would also put down MMA shorts as a "must"

Make sure they have the split near the knee, they are also really good for Muay Thai and don't obstruct your kicks. Get elastic ones but with a draw string, you will also want them 1 size smaller than your normal shorts size.
 
#46 ·
Also,

Headgear
The most important of your equipment. Best tip I can give is spend a little extra on your headgear. Try Winning FG-5000 or FG-2900. Cleto Reyes Classic and Face Protectors work amazingly also. 100% worth the price to protect that noggin.

Gloves

Sparring: You want to protect your partner in training so, be nice and buy 16 oz and above with soft, quality padding. No Everlast junk.

Bag/Pads: Wrist protection is key: Wrap your hands very well and use pads with great reviewed wrist protection. Laces are most often the most protective option for your wrist.
 
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