the gear i'm jonesin for ... aka the Christmas list thread

[rubthebuddha]

just in case santa needs a little help on picking gifts out for us this year, let's all list the gear and goodies (at least SOME of your list has to be training-related) that we would love to see under the tree come december 25. if you don't dig the Christmas-ness, pick another holiday, but still share your wish list. and give links when possible.

for me, it's a 52-lb. kettlebell and a pullup bar, plus a CPT instruction book from NSCA. oh yeah, and demon stone for me xbox.

[Vash]

Well . . .

The CPT course via NSCA (I have one of the older books, but I want certification through them in addition to the ISSA)

Certification through Charles Poliquin's deal.

An unlimited gas card

About 1,000lbs of chocolate protein through Optimum Nutrition

[rubthebuddha]

1,000 pounds of protein will pretty much take care of that unlimited gas card. :D

[Vash]

Indeed. I need some fuel, though.

[Toby]

A leather foam-lined 5' heavy bag and a Balasz stand to hang it on.
A year's worth of weekly private lessons at my kwoon.
Some Onitsuka Tigers in all black or black with red stripes.
Some Asics Gables for lifting and training.
A year's worth of protein would be nice too.
A new titanium shoulder. Titanium-lined shins and forearms wouldn't go astray while they're at it.

[IronFist]

Originally posted by Toby
A leather foam-lined 5' heavy bag and a Balasz stand to hang it on.
A year's worth of weekly private lessons at my kwoon.
Some Onitsuka Tigers in all black or black with red stripes.
Some Asics Gables for lifting and training.
A year's worth of protein would be nice too.
A new titanium shoulder. Titanium-lined shins and forearms wouldn't go astray while they're at it.

Why Balasz? Their s.hit is SO expensive. Here's a comparison chart I just made up:

Freestanding heavy bag stand

Normal company: US$150-250
Balasz: US$1,000


Ceiling mounted heavy bag holder:

Normal company: US$10-20
Balasz: US$150


I say to Balasz, wtf, mate?

[IronFist]

Originally posted by Toby
Some Asics Gables for lifting and training.


Dude I read that as "Some Asian Babes." I'm tired.

[Toby]

Originally posted by IronFist
Dude I read that as "Some Asian Babes."Well, I could add that to my list, but I don't think my wife would get it for me. Although, it is exercise related - it'd provide a good workout.

Balasz? It was a wishlist wasn't it? So I don't care how much it costs :D. When I eventually do get a heavy bag I'll probably weld up a free stand for it myself. The bag I want costs AUD$500ish anyway so it'll be a while.

[Suntzu]

a passing grade for my A&P 2 class.......

the Rodney King video set from Straight Blast Gym

a VersaClimber(not gonna happen but would be nice)

some SparMitts and a good body sheild

a job where i can have more time to train rather then sitting behind this computer all day.....

and for next Christmas..... X-mas 05... a shot at the King of San Da 147lbs Title.....

oh..... and a new VCR..... mine is crapping out....

[Oso]

6 new students so I can make my rent. :D

actually, that's it. I'd be super happy.

[Meat Shake]

A Korg Triton extreme.
Thats all I want... But its too expensive right now. :(

I have pretty much all the equipment I need for now... But a 150 lb banana bag and a teardrop bag wouldnt hurt... Or some iron mind products... :)

[Suntzu]

how could no one mention the Omaha Steak deal with enough steaks.... ground beef and chicken breast to sustain a small 3rd world country....

[Meat Shake]

Omaha steak deal?

Guess I havent heard cause Im from texas... Plenty of steaks round here anyways.

Sh!t, I plan on even throwing a habachi grill in my fireplace when I move up to minnesota. Whachoo sissy northeners know bout dat?!?! ;)

[Oso]

you don't have to be from texas to barbecue year round.

i've grilled many a steak with a foot or two of snow on the ground.

[MasterKiller]

Originally posted by Meat Shake
Omaha steak deal?

Guess I havent heard cause Im from texas... Plenty of steaks round here anyways. Wubby wubby (http://shop3.omahasteaks.com/servlet/OnlineShopping?PCR=1:100)

[Meat Shake]

That steak better make me have an orgasm for $100.

Id be willing to put money on it that I can cook a better steak than any restaraunt you can find, and I can do it for under $15. :p

[Sang Feng Fan]

They are **** fine Filets, the bacon wrapped filets are amazing.

[Oso]

Steak Marinade for Rib Eye

1 can Guinness
1/2 of 1 Guiness can of Olive Oil
All the Garlic you can stand
Worcestershire Sauce
Pepper
Salt

don't just coat the meat, let the meat swim for 24 hours.

if you are in a rush, add a quarter cup of whiskey to the mix and let is soak for at least an hour but 2-3 is better.

that, my friends, makes for some good eating.

[MasterKiller]

Think twice! (http://www.straightdope.com/columns/040730.html)

[Oso]

well, don't effing burn your steak, dude.

[Samurai Jack]

I'll be ****ed if I'll waste a good can of Guiness on a hunk of dead cow.

Mmmm, stout.

[Oso]

well, if you don't eat cow, then it would be a waste of a Guiness.

otherwise, yummutha****innee.

if you drink porter then you might try Sweetwater Exodus Porter.
Best porter in these parts by far.

[Samurai Jack]

Actually, I don't eat meat or drink. But I SO miss a pint o' heavy! Very sad.

By the way, here's my wish list.

1. A custom made handle and fittings for my antique iai-to:
http://www.bugei.com/category_85.htm

2. A polish for my iai-to

3. A nice squat rack and bench

4. This Beautiful wall-mounted makiwara from Bujin: http://www.bujindesign.com/training_aids.html#aids_makiwara

5. A year-long paid vacation in order to fully devote myself to my training

[Vash]

In addition, please send me:

Ford Prefect's book (whenever teh ******* gets published)

The New HIT (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1594860009/104-5201791-8315102)

AJ Advincula's Isshinryu Videos

A cup big enough to properly protect my h00j *****

[Samurai Jack]

Wow! That new HIT book looks great! I've read some of Darden's other stuff and really like what he's got to say. I'd couple anything by Darden with Mentzer's "High Intensity Training: The Mike Mentzer Way", since I find Mentzer's section on training frequency to be absolutely essential to anyone who trains with a HIT protocol.

Anyway, good call Vash.

[Vash]

Dang straight. I really like how the HIT training protocol just fits in all nice and comfy with my varying karate training cycles. I wouldn't make it the backbone of my weight training, but it is a very important tool in my box.

[Oso]

Actually, I don't eat meat or drink.

My condolences over your loss.:(


:p

just kiding. more power to you, bro...No steak AND no stout!!!!!

I'd kill myself.

**edit**

or the poor ****er trying to keep me from either.:D

[Vash]

I don't drink alcohol, but God be with the cow/moose/whale in front of me at meal time.

[IronFist]

Originally posted by Suntzu
the Rodney King video set from Straight Blast Gym


Awesome videos. I trained at a Straight Blast Gym for 3 months before I had to move. It was awesome.

[IronFist]

Originally posted by Toby
The bag I want costs AUD$500ish anyway so it'll be a while.

What bag do you want? How much is that in US dollars?

[Toby]

I want either this one (http://www.jimbradley.com.au/asp/product.asp?PRODUCT_ID=26) or this one (http://www.jimbradley.com.au/asp/product.asp?PRODUCT_ID=27) in the longest length respectively. I've got their speedball and floor/ceiling (double end in Americanese) bag. Super nice leather and quality workmanship. I do 1000 punches on each each day and 2000 on each on weekends. That's for conditioning. I also mess around with broken rhythm combos etc on weekends. I don't wear gloves and they've calloused my hands, but no broken skin. So I'd be pretty happy with their heavy bag I imagine.

AUD$500 == US$366.618 today. I use xe.com (http://www.xe.com/ucc/).

[MoreMisfortune]

Hello friendly persons :)
May I ask the list is for material things only?
I want to make my list but I want to have feelings too :)

[Toby]

You can post whatever you like Xebby.

[IronFist]

Originally posted by Toby
AUD$500 == US$366.618 today. I use xe.com (http://www.xe.com/ucc/).

xe.com owns me.

[abobo]

Well, I hate to say it, but life is moving a little too fast, so I will be leaving KFM for a while. If I'm back after Christmas, I'll let you know if I got what I'm asking for: (1) a few kg of muscle mass and (2) sKILLZ.

Be excellent to each other.

[Vash]

Originally posted by abobo
Be excellent to each other.

Wyld Stallyons!

[Ming Yue]

• kicking shields and focus mitts for kid's class
• headgear for me
• training pants
• kettlebells
• 6 more cold steel throwing knives


edit:

and non training related :)

• handheld GPS
• couple 4' extra deep canvasses
• book about LightWave 3D
• skiing lessons

[Toby]

Originally posted by Ming Yue
• handheld GPSYeah, I've got my eye on a Magellan Meridian myself.

Originally posted by Ming Yue
• skiing lessons I could do that if I were able to get near the fscking snow again. Still, no real mountains in NC are there? :D

[Ming Yue]

only the oldest mountains in the world, junior. :)

I've never been skiing, so low rolly mountains are great by me.


for now.
:D

[Vash]

Originally posted by Ming Yue
rolly mountains

**** I love breasts.

[Ming Yue]

:)

This looks fun