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Last Login: 3/13/2008 1:10:38 PM
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| | A common problem with the heavyweight gi we use in aikido is that it is all cotton and tends to shrink a ridiculous amount in the dryer. On my first gi, I think it shrunk about a full size every time I put it in the dryer (even on just a warm setting). So, I thought I'd post this to help folks before they learn the hard way. Air drying left it with the feel of a slightly worn cardboard box: very uncomfortable! The best way I have found to dry a gi with minimal shrinkage is to let it air dry, then once it is dry throw it in the dryer on air (no heat) for about 10 minutes to soften it up. This keeps the fabric soft without having the gi end up the size of one of Gabe's t-shirts. Now I'm on gi #3, #4, and #5, I can attest that this works nicely. Oh yeah - I've also found that rotating through more than one gi is particularly helpful. It can take a day or more to air dry, so having one to use in the meantime is handy. It saves you from having to carefully time when the washings. You shouldn't be skipping class because your gi isn't wearable!  |
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Last Login: 1/5/2008 5:52:28 PM
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| | I totally agree. I do the same thing. I think what Tristan is saying is WASH YOUR GI YOU STINKY MONKEYS! I thank you in advance for your support. Now excuse me I'm trying to work. |
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