New Bogu Shop

[D'Artagnan]

Hi All,

Just to let you know my new Online Bogu shop is OPEN - http://www.kendo-bogu.com

Our Grand Opening Special Offers include -

- FREE shipping on all bogu sets ANYWHERE in the World
- Purchase our '3 Shinai Taster Set' and get a Deluxe Shinai Case FREE
- Special Discount Scheme for Clubs/Instructors with up to 25% Discount

Please have a look and let me know if you have any questions!

Andy

[stealth_monkey]

Wow, that is some comprehensive custom bogu, if ever I have 8 grand to spend on a set of bogu, you'll be the man I talk to

[Toecutter]

The website is great, extremely comprehensive in showing all the options and I like the youtube videos on the options as well, really well done.

[D'Artagnan]

Wow, that is some comprehensive custom bogu, if ever I have 8 grand to spend on a set of bogu, you'll be the man I talk to

Cool, 8 grand? ( Australian Dollars I am guessing) that will buy you pretty much every option available, including a Same Do, a Senkou Do mune and a genuine kodaimousen futon... Actually, in the meantime, our hand-stitched Bogu starts from around 950 Australian Dollars, it's not Same or even kodaimousen, but it is still a great quality Bogu

[D'Artagnan]

Hi Evereyone,

I Just wanted to thank you all for your great feedback and advice whilst I was building the site, in return I would like to give you all 1000 Japanese yen off your next order, before the end of January. Just input the coupon code KW1000 when you check out and it will be deducted from your order total.

Let me know if you have any questions!

Thanks again!

Andy

[Alex]

Well done Andy. The shop looks great. All that hard work completed in good time eh!

[Notlaw]

Hi Andy,

Love the new site, some great stuff on there. I have a shopping list already.

Just a quick question for you or anyone else who fancies helping on this one. Which set is better for a novice? The Miyamoto 3.0 Bu hand stitched set or the Munisai Innovative machine stiched set? Both are around the same price. What are the pros and cons in terms of durability, life extpectancy of the bogu and comfort?

Thanks.

[ender84567]

3 bu is a pretty wide hand stich, it wont be very stiff. additionally the different stiching pattern will also make the munisai less stiff than standard 3mm. If those 2 sets were your only option I would take the 3.0 bu handstiched. It has a nicer tare (do is the same between the 2) and a nicer men. The kote also are nicer by my standards, but then again i dislike the micropunch palms (personal preference) As for which is better for a novice my answer would be you could likely find a set cheaper than both, which would be adequate, and would give you a better idea of what you may like or dislike about certain bogu features. While both of those stitch patterns make the futon softer and thicker, you may find you prefer the extra protection that a stiffer set (tighter spacing) provides. You could also consult your sensei as they would probably have a better idea about what features you might lean towards and make better recommendations than someone who has never met you on the internet.

[D'Artagnan]

Hi Andy,

Love the new site, some great stuff on there. I have a shopping list already.

Just a quick question for you or anyone else who fancies helping on this one. Which set is better for a novice? The Miyamoto 3.0 Bu hand stitched set or the Munisai Innovative machine stiched set? Both are around the same price. What are the pros and cons in terms of durability, life extpectancy of the bogu and comfort?

Thanks.

Hi Jamie,

I am glad you like the site!

Both the Munisai and the Miyamoto sets are ideal for Kendoka of all levels. I have personally tried them both and I think they are both great sets. If anything I would say that the Miyamoto set is slightly more sturdy in terms of construction - as you would expect from Hand stitched bogu, though it is not a massive difference. However, Munisai is a tad lighter and easier to care for (having the I-Leather features and Tech-knit uchiwa), but again it is not massively noticable.

Obviously the main difference is the design of the bogu, so it depends on which you prefer in that respect... Also if you want to choose the colour of the dou, then that option is only available with Munisai.

Anyway, feel free to email me on andy@kendo-bogu.com if you have any other questions,

Andy

[LarsCW]

I saw the add on tozando when I was window shopping.

It's a really nice looking site which also loads well and is easy to navigate.

[D'Artagnan]

Just to let you guys know there is a new post on the accompanied Blog site, The Bogu Blog, check it out -

http://thebogublog.blogspot.com/2010/01/toshiya.html

[D'Artagnan]

Hi Everyone,

Just to let you know, I have added new products to www.kendo-bogu.com

Including customisable Bogu Bags and Kendo DVDs.

[Tort-Speed]

Sorry Andy, but saw one DVD listed. Are there more (in particular for Jodan and Nito) and where. Thanks from computer illiterate T-S!

[MiddleEarthNet]

I like the sound of customasiable bogu bags - I'll take a look at those.

[D'Artagnan]

Sorry Andy, but saw one DVD listed. Are there more (in particular for Jodan and Nito) and where. Thanks from computer illiterate T-S!

The DVDs I have at present are here - http://www.kendo-bogu.com/category_s/100.htm


Nothing for Jodan or Nito as yet, though more will be coming very soon