Water or Sand?

Tyger · 04-11-2002, 05:13 AM

I just received a Wavemaster stand-up heavy bag as a gift, and I was wondering from the MT standpoint what was better to fill the base with-- water or sand? I know MT wastes no time with point sparring and tip-tap stuff, so I figured those who practice it might have a different point of view than a TKD person. Anyway, any input would be appreciated.

Also, are there any MT schools located in Northeast Ohio?

Thanx!

"A gem is not polished without friction, nor man without trials."
-Chinese Proverb

yungsmoke · 05-03-2002, 02:15 AM

sand

William · 08-09-2002, 09:37 AM

If you have to use one, go with sand. I had one back when I lived in an apartment. I thought what the heck, it will give me something to beat on when I'm not working Thai pads with a partner. Problem was, I was constantly kicking the thing over. After one particlarly hard round kick that sent it over, I immediatly noticed a large stain forming on the carpet underneath the Wavemaster. I had split the seam that runs up the neck. What a mess. Water everywhere. If at all possible, get your self a good heavy bag. I'm partial to the 6ft Fairtex Banana bag myself.

William

04-11-2002, 05:13 AM	#1 (permalink)
Tyger Novice Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Northeast Ohio Posts: 4	Water or Sand? I just received a Wavemaster stand-up heavy bag as a gift, and I was wondering from the MT standpoint what was better to fill the base with-- water or sand? I know MT wastes no time with point sparring and tip-tap stuff, so I figured those who practice it might have a different point of view than a TKD person. Anyway, any input would be appreciated. Also, are there any MT schools located in Northeast Ohio? Thanx! "A gem is not polished without friction, nor man without trials." -Chinese Proverb

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yungsmoke Novice Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 20	sand

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William Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: R.I. Posts: 560	If you have to use one, go with sand. I had one back when I lived in an apartment. I thought what the heck, it will give me something to beat on when I'm not working Thai pads with a partner. Problem was, I was constantly kicking the thing over. After one particlarly hard round kick that sent it over, I immediatly noticed a large stain forming on the carpet underneath the Wavemaster. I had split the seam that runs up the neck. What a mess. Water everywhere. If at all possible, get your self a good heavy bag. I'm partial to the 6ft Fairtex Banana bag myself. William

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