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  1. 02-02-2005, 08:43 PM #1
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    who do you think would iwn in a fight?

    a bagua or a praying mantis practitioner of the same number of years and itnensity?
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    Since I do a bit of both I can tell you for sure, it's about the right tool for the right job.

    Does it matter? What kind of fight are you talking about? The same number of years, how many years? Never mind, it was a dumb question.
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  3. 02-02-2005, 08:50 PM #3
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    I'm just curious because both styles seem interesting to learn and emphasize on good footwork and fast hands. Lets say they train same way same number of hours, for 3 years. I am basically asking which style is more effective for fighting?
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    You're a pretty weak troll, Strangler
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    Also how does baji/pikua compare to the big 3? Would it stand up well? How bout baji vs hsingyi? How bout waterboxing vs yi quan? These are all questions I'd like to hear awnsers to. There are just too many styles to learn so one should pick the most effective ones in the shortest ammount of time possible.
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    If you want to have the best fighting style, buy a gun.

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    Bagua! Does that answer your question?
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    No, I think you mean "Bagwa"!

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    No, I meant pa kua
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    I can't wait to see the Pa Kua double "nuntchak" form
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    Description of a "Pakua Jian":

    Made of aluminum, the Pakua Jian is a telescopic sword, which once folded fits in its own handle.


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    What about if superman knew baji and Batman knew pigua?
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    I would Win.
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    ok, sorry. I was being a jerk

    On another forum, we recently debated a similar subject. We concluded that "style vs. style" is a pointless topic to try and resolve. Its like saying "what's the best colour?"

    Tai Chi is the best ... but not for everyone
    Bagua is the best ... but not for everyone
    Karate is the best ... but not for everyone
    Mantis the best ... repeat pattern, substitute any art. the equation holds up

    Its not the art, its the artist. What "style" wins? The answer is none. What Martial Artist wins? Totally different question.

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