I have long legs as well, and I used to play spider guard a lot. Bad knees have forced me to play half-guard now, when I am on the bottom.
However, I am more comfortable in the top position. And the BJJ game has changed alot. I think some players depend too much on the open guard position and lazily leave their feet and legs in very vulnerable positions. I think Andreh Anderson knows what I am talking about.
Be careful when using the spider guard....otherwise you can get your ankles, arches, toes, heels, knees and hips broken.
Howard Liu
HOWARD COMBAT KIMONOS
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