I bought this same gi 3 months ago. The one I just bought two weeks ago is different from the older version. The older version was made of a tougher/rougher cloth. The new version is made of a softer more comfortable cloth. The Mizuno logo has changed.


In summary, this gi is far more comfortable, but will have to see how it matches my previous gi in terms of durability. I also practice karate, so this newer version should be more comfortable to use during karate practice (I got bad irritation on my shoulders & armpits with the previous gi doing tsukis during karate practice).  Permalink

I've had my gi for ten months or more and it is in perfect condition not including the softening of the cotton fabric after washing. This gi will last you forever. If I could tell you what the first thing that would go I would say the knees. Even so, it is a great choice if you're wanting something that is going to last forever.  Permalink

Fairly comfortable uniform, appears to be durable. So far, so good.



I did NOT wash in hot water as some websites recommended for shrinkage. Follow the wash and care directions as it seems to work best. If you're in a hurry, I've found that the pants can be tumble-dried in low heat. I've tumble-dried the top 1/2 way and hang-dry the remainder. Seems to work out ok without additional shrinkage.



I'm 6'1'' and 250lb, size 6 fits well, although I wish the top was just a tad larger then it is.  Permalink

Karatedepot had this gi to my front door in about 6 days, excellent shipping. I bought a size 4, but i usually wear a size 3. After one trip through the washer on hot, it came out to a perfect fit. The gi top fit very well, and is very soft and breathable. The collar is rather stiff which i prefer, and its very comfortable to wear in warm weather since its a single weave. The gi pants fit spot on, so i suggest buying a size bigger than you normally wear. The gi pants have extra padding that runs nearly 2/3 up the front rather than just at the knees and i really liked this. For those who are just starting out in judo it also comes with a white belt. Over all this is a excellent product for the price and is my favorite gi to wear to both practice and competition.  Permalink

...the pants are poorly constructed. Not what I would expect from Mizuno. The pants have torn and I am searching for another pair.   Permalink

I just received this Gi a week ago and I am already impressed! I have to say that this Gi is much higher quality than you would expect for the price. It almost feels like a double weave thickness, and was fairly comfortable even after just 1 washing. If you are thinking of just spending the bare minimum for a student Judo Gi, do yourself a favor and spend the little extra ($20-25) and get yourself an awesome Gi that will likely hold up for years.   Permalink

I ordered this on Thursday and it arrived on Monday afternoon in time for my son's Judo class. It's a great gi and a great value for the ~$40 price.  Permalink

my first time purchasing a gi, and it's a good thing i asked others before hand on what size to get. so, i'm a size 0 in everyday clothes, and would naturally think, size 0 gi but upon learning that it would shrink washing in warm and heated conditions, i got a 3. And of course it came too big, but i had i washed it in cold water and then semi tumble dry in dryer, it shrunk to a perfect fit, no tailoring needed :) And every other wash following would be cold wash and air dry. Mizuno definitely feels better in material than others I've borrowed and tried on.  Permalink

I believe I got a best deal judo gi ever!! Best quality for this affordable price. I will stock up.  Permalink

This gi seems very durable but the material is not as soft as I was expecting. I guess the softness will come from age and wear. I read a bunch of reviews before I ordered it and lots of reviewers on the Internet say Mizuno sizes their stuff on the large side. Now, by first hand experience I can tell you, they do! At least mine was, but mine also shrunk down the first wash (at least) half a size, maybe a little more.   Permalink