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Your street defense arsenal |
| Hi, everybody!
We're gonna talk about weapons you usually carry in the streets.
What is your personal protective arsenal?
Do you carry handgun, knive, or prefer non-lethal weapons such as tasers, stun guns, sprays?
What is your favourite weapon?
What is your most desirable weapon you don't have at the present time, but want to get? |
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c02 cartridge as a fistload? |
| Well last weekend I was at a party where randomly this dude came up and tryed to start a fight with me. I knew the owners of the house so I had a decent amount of back up my only problem was that I was out side and all my friends were inside and he had about 5 of his. So I figured there was no way out and sucker punched him, he was pretty drunk so he stumbled and fell down and well from there on you can guess all his friends jumped in all my friends ran out and there was a bunch of bull shit the rest of the night. They're also all 20 to 25 years old, I'm only 17. I have no doubt they're going to try and kick my ass again so I figured I might as well carry something to protect myself because all of them are twice my size. A padlock seems like a good make shift as a self defense weapon, but I don't want to fuck anyone up bad. So I figured a c02 cartridge would make a good fistload.
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Fighting a bigger man in real life. Help ASAP!! |
| Hi,
I am brand new here so I am unaware the true background of the community so bare with me. Also if there is a better forum board with my situation for self defense please feel free to share.
I am a man of 120 pounds. I have trained in Go Ju Karate for 20 years but am not currently active. Participated in tournaments and full contact and..... but as you know real life is different.
I have a situation that may be unavoidable and may have to defend myself. I have had to do this a couple of times only in my life.
The challenge is I am 5-7 120 pounds and he is 6-1 250 pounds so that within itself is a challenge.
I do know a lot of practical self defense moves which are offensive in nature. I need to make sure they work cuz if they dont. I could be in trouble.
Anybody who has been in this situation, I would really appreciate your feedback as soon as possible.
Again, I am against fighting but this may be a situation where I am truly may need to defend myself and running as fast as I can is not an option.
Thank you
If anyone would like to email me personally, I am at kingofpeace3344@yahoo.com |
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Self Defense Weapons: Stay Cautious |
| City life can be dangerous. Attacked on the bus for now reason, the video that went viral below shows a women getting into a fist fight with another bus rider. Situations like this are not uncommon in the big cities and even some rural areas. To better prepare yourself we found some great new products that vary from powerful professional grade self defense products, to more of the inconspicuous protection products that many people need.
Imagine walking down the street past a stranger. Chances are the stranger is no more than regular nonthreatening passerby. But the problem is that you never know what the person walking by you in the dark alley is capable of. Carrying concealed devices like the cellphone stun gun can help in situations where you don’t have time to pull out a weapon from your purse. Other devices featured are concealed sprays like the lipstick pepper spray which bring no attention to females that just want to carry extra self defense products in their purse.
If you really want to make sure the attacker can no longer be a threat to you, the new mace pepper gel explodes on the face of an attacker, rendering them temporarily blind and unable to harass the victim.
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LIGHTS USED FOR DEFENSE OR LAW ENFORCEMENT |
LIGHTS FOR CCW AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Hi guys,
I have about 200 lights between flashlights and tactical lights, and also this idea of taking beam shots, so members can compare between them.
First, lets take a look at some lights that are used by police for traffic stops, search and even clearing houses.
These are not for CCW, but good to have in the car or truck to take care of big illumination needs.
This post will try to show how different lights used in law enforcement compare with each other, and will clarify the difference between the lumen ratings used in Luxeon (LED) lights and incandescent lights.
In short, I will show (through pictures) how Luxeons lack definition when used at increased distances.
I have maintained for a long time that LED Luxeons don’t have the range over the incandescent to really be helpful for law enforcement. They are excellent lights to use inside the house; their beams are very clean, white and with substantial flood, and in the average house, that is all you need. However, when taken outside to the backyard, woods, or large structure and the distance to the target is 25 yards or more, they lack definition (as they lack the red spectrum of light), and their poor penetration of fog or rain makes them inefficient to clearly identify what you are seeing at that distance.
Moreover, when the subject being illuminated is an animal with a light-drinking fur (depth of texture), the blending effect of the LED’s (against the background) will cause the observer to lose perspective.
LOW LIGHT FOR WRITING
As I am in contact with police officers that tell me what they really need to perform their functions at night, I think that I know more than the average guy what is needed for those officers.
What those experienced officers want are three lights that will cover specific illumination chores.
First, when writing a ticket at night, or looking for a dropped pencil in the floor of their own car or any other close up chore, they want a flood light in LED form: small and with an output of 20 lumens or less (LED lumens), and preferably with a clip incorporated to free both hands for holding the pad and writing.
LEO’s that have used the Fenix LOP (1 AAA) consider this light ideal (except for the lack of a clip). Another favorite is the ARC AAA. These lights can be held in the mouth without any discomfort.
Fenix has put out a bigger light (1 AA) with two stages output, and the lower output will be also ideal for these chores.
THE BELT LIGHT
Those same officers want to have a good light on their belt. Some prefer the two cell 123’s lights like the Surefire 6P, G2, or C-2 for their better flood beam over the more tightly focused Streamlight Scorpion, TL-2 and Night Fighter II (it is important for them to be able to cover an average room with the light, without the need of panning it).
They look for a run time of one hour and an output of 65 lumens.
Some opt for more intense lights like the Surefire 9P or the C-3 with their 105 lumens and one hour run time.
The Streamlight TL-3 is a little too tightly focused for clearing rooms, but it will do fine in an average backyard.
In LED form (Luxeon V), the Surefire L-4 is a good contender due to the excellent flood light that it puts out at medium range inside a house.
The main thing is that the officers want to avoid losing precious seconds by panning a light when entering a room. That is why the Surefires are preferred over the tightly focused others brands.
HERE IS A PICTURE OF SOME OF THE CONTENDERS, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; THE MAGCHARGER 200 LUMENS AND 6 VOLTS BATTERY STICK, THE STREAMLIGHT ULTRA STINGER 295 LUMENS AND 6 VOLTS BATTERY STICK AND THE BOREALIS 1050 LUMENS (TWO MILLION CANDLEPOWER) AND ROLLS ROYCE BATTERY CARRIER WITH 12 VOLTS SYSTEM
THE CAR LIGHT
These police officers wear a light holder in their belt (a plastic and leather ring). On exiting their cars, they slip in the ring one of the powerful rechargeable lights, most commonly the Magcharger (200 lumens) or the Ultra Stinger (295 lumens) and sometimes a BOREALIS 1050 lumens.
Those are ideal lights for search, clearing houses, backyards, warehouses etc. Being rechargeable, they are always used with a maximum run time (taken out of the charger at start of the shift), a thing that you can not do with 123 batteries unless you are willing to dump half-used batteries at the start of a shift.
Their large diameter (2 inches) reflectors put more light at a longer distance than any of the belt lights. Even though some of the belt lights approach 200 lumens, they do it with reduced run time and much reduced throw, due to their small diameter reflectors.
A Magcharger will put a spot of light at 150 yards, as will the Ultra Stinger and a BOREALIS, which has the capability of illuminating the whole road for 250 yards.
Those lights are ideal for traffic stops, accident sites and the ones with major lumen output can even illuminate through heavily tinted windows, which makes them ideal car’s lights or for using in an emergency situation.
Lets start with the popular Surefire G-2 (or 6 P) at 65 lumens, the target is the 8 by 12 tool shed at 30 yards.
We are going to pit the Surefire G-2 65 lumens $35.00 against the Surefire Digital Lumamax L-4 (also 65 lumens and with a price tag of $160.00).
Surefire G-2 65 lumens
Surefire L-4 Luxeon V, LED, 65 lumens
And now we are going to pit the Surefire 6 P with the P-61 120 lumen lamp (20 minutes run time) against the best Luxeon LED thrower that I have (similar to the cree LED).
This is a Mc Gizmo PR T head with a TWOJ bin Luxeon doing 120 plus lumens.
Surefire Centurion C-2 (same as the 6P) with the P-61 lamp, 120 lumens.
And the PR T with TWOJ bin Luxeon, (LED) @ 120 lumens
And now we are going to show a belt light of 200 lumens (The Surefire Centurion III with the P-91 lamp, 200 lumens, 20 minutes run) and three cars' lights of 200 lumens plus and beyond.
Surefire Centurion C-III, 200 lumens P-91 lamp.
And here the Magcharger also 200 lumens, with its bigger reflector and tighter focus will throw the light at 150 yards, while the Centurion III range will stop at 45 or 50 yards.
Magcharger 200 lumens (40,000 candlepowers)
And here is the Ultra Stinger, the most powerful of the Stingers rechargeables from Streamlight with 295 lumens and 75,000 candlepower, although this figure is largely inflated when you consider that is about “bulb” lumens and not torch or “real” lumens.
And now the BOREALIS, with the format of a 3 D (12 1/2 inches long) outputting 1050 lumens (two million candlepower) for 50 minutes.
Do I need to say anything about the importance of a powerful light for police use when clearing a backyard or wooded area?
As you well can see the capabilities of each light from these pictures.
Best regards,
Black Bear |
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Legality of Swords? |
| I think Guns are for weaklings, basically. I wouldn't defend myself with something so easy. I prefer a real weapon; a sword. I can't find anything in California State Law prohibiting me from carrying my sword around with me as a general practice, as long as it's not concealed.
Does anyone know anything about the legality of swords? |
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Is this self defense system worth it? |
| Hi guys & gals, I have just joined this forum so first of all I want to say Hi to everyone. So ... "HI" :D
I hope there are some really experienced and reasonable people who has some experience in self defense and street fighting. I'm searching for something quick to learn, not very time consuming, yet highly effective. I was searching inet (just like any sain person would probably do) and found this. Here's the link: http://www.selfdefenseelite.com
It looks great, but it is not actually a school in a real word. It is a DVD set and that is what I am concerned about. :shock:
I'd like to know what do you think about the system and whather it is worth buying these DVDs... I don't want to fall to some scum. I want to learn how to fight effectively, that's all.
Thank you in advance. And please be actual and reasonable. I want true opinions, not some shouts to the dark. :idea:
Thank you all very much. |
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LowTechCombat |
| I just subscribed to the lowtechcombat.com blog.
He posts some good links. |
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Best Youtube Self-Defence Video Ever Ever. |
| http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62vzwRYrop4 |
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Anti-paedophile demos |
| Did anyone see about these anti-peedo demos at the weekend? I am worried things like this could end up turning violent...
http://www.theratbook.com/Articles/Article/a_paedophile_protest_in_dorset
Theres a little video at the bottom of the article! |
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What if your opponent feigns being attacked? |
| This is probably kind of a silly question, but a thought just occurred to me. If you're successfully fending off an attacker (but not using excessive force), and all of a sudden he screams "help!" at the top of his lungs, what would you do? Would it make much of a difference if both of you yelled for help at the same time? How about if you yelled for help or screamed "get off of me!" when the fight started? If worst comes to worst, can you arrange for a polygraph test to be conducted? How about if you let your opponent land a few visible marks on you (if it's safe to do so) so the police are less likely to believe her or his lie? Thanks. |
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Hi |
| Hi there, I'm glad to be on this forum.
My name is Drew and me and my close friend, Steve, own a business that specializes in the training of group and personal defenses. I have participated as an instructor for Steel Knight, helping to teach the Protection For Life Seminar at North Carolina State University.
http://www.steelknightonline.com/ |
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Airport incident |
| I recently had the occasion to go to Newark Airport to pick up my daughter and son in law who were returning home on a flight. When I got there I found the terminal in a semi lock down mode due to a security violation and possible terrorist activity. The departing flights had been evacuated and all the passengers were crowded into the terminal. Tempers were stressed and the possiblility of a terrorist on the site weighed heavily on my mind. I contacted my daughter on cell and after learning that the airport management were not allowing them to leave the plane, I sought out the safest location near the exit on the lowest level luggage pick up area, then set up a visual perimeter as a safety zone. Mentally taking note of the surroundings I made three discoveries:
1) I automatically was in a "red alert" level of awareness
2.) Many others in the terminal were in a state of confusion and denial.
3.) Those who were also in "red alert" were not panicking, but sought out safe areas.
The self defense strategy I used employed a multi level approach:
1.) Learn the area for escape routes
2.) Scan the area for potential threats, be it unruly crowds or a terrorist action
3.) Escape the area
4.) Physical resistance only to get to safety and prevent injury ( a right cross preferred)
Luckily after several hours I was reunited with my daughter and her husband and was able to leave the airport without any incident. While all went well, it just drove home the necessity of self defense training. |
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Kind of a dumb question regarding provocation |
| Hello there, I'm new and I have a couple of questions. If someone challenges you to a fight or threatens you, would it count as provocation to say something like "you couldn't knock the teeth out of a mosquito" or "I could take you" in any context? Thank you. |
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This website should be banned...name and shame paedophiles |
| What do you make of this???
http://www.theratbook.com/
Pretty worrying right? I can see vigilantes loving this site... :shock: |
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Nonlethal self-defense weapons |
| My fiance, as a part of her new job, has to walk alone at night in a bad part of town to get to her car. Consequently, I want to get her something to use for self-defense.
I've been looking at mace and stun-guns- how are these? Is one more effective than the other?
And with stun guns, they range in voltage from 100,000 to 8 or 900,000. Are the higher ones overkill? Is the difference in effect as big as the difference in those numbers? Will a lower voltage even be effective? The last thing I want is for her to use something that just pisses off an attacker without enabling her to get away.
I'd greatly appreciate any knowledgable feedback that anyone can give me. |
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Easy steps to Create Kicking Power |
| One of the best ways to create kicking power in martial arts students is to have them train on a heavy bag like the Wavemaster XXL. Some of the more basic drills with heavy bags are done by having the student repeatedly kick/punch the bag for a specific amount of time, for beginners using the same kick/punch while more advanced can mix it up.
One of the best things about these drills is that they are done with a partner so there is a constant motivation to keep moving and match the intensity/power of the other person on the bag. These drills can also help with large class sizes since each bag can be doubled/tripled up on by your students. One important thing to remember when doing heavy bag training is to match up the students with similar skills levels.
First Drill: Two students get on opposite sides of the heavy bag. Immediately after their round kick each will move 90 degrees to their right/left. Usually by the third kick you will notice the moderately skilled and above students will form a rhythm which also teaches them timing. Important: Just make sure they know which direction they are going before the drill starts.
Second Drill: This drill focuses on increasing punching power. Students will stand at the opposite side of the heavy bag again, and when commanded to begin will begin punching the heavy bag with alternating fists.
Third Drill: On this drill the students will be at the opposite sides of the bag and will begin by throwing combination punches at the heavy bag with full power. When the heavy begins to sway the students have to move from keeping it from hitting them. This drill gets pretty fast and out of control so you might want to do this one in short periods.
Fourth Drill: This drill will begin with one student holding the bag while to other is off the bag in punching and kicking range. When this drill begins the student that is holding the bag will move the bag to the sides and back and forth all the while the other student will continue to punch and kick the heavy bag. The student punching and kicking will have to use their footwork in order to stay within range of the bag. To make this more advanced the holder can also move around the bag forcing the kicker/puncher to use their footwork to do so also. One important note: It is best if the student holding the bag can hold the bag at the top or bottom of the bag on the opposite side where the other student will be kicking high/low.
These four drills are relatively basic in nature but will build tremendous kicking power in the students. |
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most effective punch?? |
| can anyone tell me an effective punch??? if punchin which part of the body?if the attacker is tall ,how do we attack back??help anyone... :( |
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Need your input: |
| From time to time our company makes it a point to get consumer opinions. I searched and found this forum and have read around the threads and really like the group of people here. I believe you will be a great help for us improving what we do and do not choose to sell on our site.
Thanks for anyone who has given input on this poll!! Keep an eye out for more to come in the future!
Sincerely,
The good guys at AntiBadGuy.com |
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The strengths and weaknesses of krav maga, kfm, and systema. |
| I have a strong interest in Krav Maga, KFM, Systema and to a lesser extent haganah(as it seems to be just a boiled down crash course krav not that that is a bad thing and seems to be something that can be learned with a high level of skill very quickly) and am studying each I am focusing one at a time but I am curious what areas each excels in and if they really are complimentary at all. My main interest is to be fully rounded(standing, take downs, and ground fighting) with unarmed self defense and disarming weapons as well as some level of knife proficiency, my primary concerns are prepared deescaltion to avoid a fight and ending it as quickly and efficiently as possible if it starts. I have studied Krav the most, Systema looks interesting and like it would give a good element of surprise but the study i did of it was VERY difficult for me and I am not sure why, KFM I just discovered and I am worried that I am falling into a trap of fanboyness, Russian pride, and new shiny thing syndrome. Haganah I don't feel is complete and I am somewhat worried that I am over looking the genius of it's simplicity. I am trying to gain as much comparative data as possible but given the newness and secretiveness of some of the styles, the vast geographic, cultural, and propose differences in each, and any personal biases, mine or others, I am finding it difficult to truly compare. All of this combined with the fact that knowing everything each has to offer is impossible until you know everything in it I decided to take my question to the people.
All of this said if anyone can also offer greater insight into the psychological components of each that would be very highly appreciated as each seems to take very different view. Both the psychology of the practitioner and the opponent.
I am more than willing to put in the time, effort, and money to learn any or even all of these styles however some kind of direction with usefulness, order, or complimentaryness(yes I know that isn't a word) would be truly appreciated. A little about myself that may or may not be be helpful is that I am still young (23), broad shouldered, only 5'8", and at ideal athletic weight still between 205-215 lbs. and rather flexible.
Also as a total side note I was wondering if anyone could recommend an kubotan training material. |
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knifes |
| whats everyones fixed blade for self defense?I have a crkt first strike 5'' blade and I like it but am looking for another. |
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Best Defense Against an Armed Attacker in the Street |
| It's a question everyone wants to know "what is the best defense against an armed attacker in the street?". And with the recent and current economic crises and high unemployment rate street crime and and robberies are likely to continue to be on the rise.
"It's Not Worth It Give Them What They Want"
Many robberies or muggings in the street may be done by criminals armed with guns. In this case the best advice is to give them whatever they want and stay calm. Defending yourself against an attacker armed with a gun is difficult and extremely risky even for those who are highly trained. You should only attempt to disarm someone in this type of situation if you believe they will kill you anyway or they try to take you to another location.
"Wrap Your Hand and Get Ready"
Much more common is being confronted by an attacker or robber armed with a knife or broken bottle. Often an attacker in this situation is trying to intimidate you and 'may' back down if you refuse to hand over your wallet. But you are better off cooperating in most situations unless as above you think they will attack you anyway. If you can simply run away and live to fight another day or call the police. But if they seem to be intent on cutting you, it is essential to use anything around you to defend yourself and get anything you can in between you and the cutting edge. Any other cutting object you can find, whether knife or bottle or even a tin can, can even the fight, but getting into such a knife fight can be extremely dangerous for both sides. If you have no choice but to get in this situation and you have an extra layer of clothes, wrap a shirt or similar around your hand so that you don't get cut on your striking arm. But preferably using any type on bat type weapon will give you the edge of having a longer reach than your opponent.
"React Qucikly and Trust Your Training!"
MMA training can help you in these situations, but to be able to react quickly enough in these situation you must have built your muscle memory up sufficiently through constant practicing to be able to act instinctively without needing to think. |
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Self-Defence Seminar in Edmonton |
| There will be a four hour self-defence seminar on Dec. 29 at the Real Self-Defence Center. http://realselfdefensecenter.com
It will be highly condensed, information-rich, and focus on foundational close-quarter essentials, with an alive training methodology designed to give you real, usable skill in minimal time.
Cost will be nominal: $50 for the day. (Calen's six-hour seminar is well over $100, so this is a deal, especially since it will be a small group.) We`ll probably start at 10:00 AM or so. RSVP to blowjoblessons@gmail.com |
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Defense against multiple people |
| A kid I know has crazy anger problems, and is about 4inches and 50+pounds heavier than me. He told my sister the other day he is bringing a group of people to my house (probably 3-4 people, possibly 5) to kick the shit out of me in the near future.
Any ideas on how to defend against thisif it actually happens?
My room has only one entryway so I'm sorta beat for running but its a rather largish room so I have some degree of maneuverability.
As far as I can tell and know, the kids who would come are cowards and if one of them goes down (the big one cause he's the 'leader' and the most menacing one, as well as the only one I know for a fact I can't beat in hand to hand unarmed combat) they will either be off guard allowing me time to make up a plan or they will run.
Currently I have the door/windows setup so that if anyone opens them at night, I'll wake up.
My current plan of action is if they come to the house and get inside I will scream for my sister to call the police, and then go straight for the big one with a metal chair leg that's in easy access for me to get, by go at I mean swing at his head so he goes to catch it (I know for a fact he won't dodge), and the instant that occurs I have a narrow blade ready (I keep it with me at all times in the house now) for stabbing up into his stomach.
I don't want to be a violent person and sound 'tough' describing how I'm planning to take down someone, but quite frankly the only way I can see to defending myself is badly injuring the big kid with a weapon (physically I can't compare to him and there's no way I could take him down other than a kick to the knees, but that isn't as mortifying to his friends as me stabbing him)
Does anyone have any ideas on how I should go about defending myself if 3-5 people break into my house intent on kicking my ass?
I have no training in anything, but I used to have mock fist fights w/only rules being no face/nut shots with my friends, as well as army friends.
I'm 18, these kids are 16-17. |
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Kubotans and Yawaras with unique design. More than 40 models |
Hello everyone!
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PS Sorry if you put the post in the wrong section. |
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Phyco military boy is threatening me apoun his return |
| Hello Self Defence zone!
My name is John and i am found myself in a situation i don't really want to be in and i'm going to have to learn to train myself in some good self defense practices. Here is the story so you all have some background and why i am worried. A little about myself, i'm in my early 20s about 5'5 maybe, only 130 pounds. I am quick and agile so i guess that's a plus. I have pretty small wrist that i'm sure could get broken easy, not much muscle, but i'm not scroungy either.
Now the situation i am in. I started dating a girl awhile ago, and things have been great but the problem is she has this crazy ex boyfriend. He joined the military a few years ago, has been to iraq, and back, then back to germany. The problem is this guy is a fucking asshole and doesnot allow anyone to be with his old girl. Now he is threatening to come kill me, and or kick my ass. I havn't done anything to make him mad, but i know he's going to try to fight me, and probably break into her house one night when he gets back. I know this is defiantly something law enforcement should get in on, but i don't want to make that choice until it happens. Which would be too late, but i don't want to mess with anyone's life if he turns out being all talk. (i'm 90% sure he's not though)
So the situation, He is a military trained 6'0 maybe about 230? Being he just joined the military 1 or 2 years ago i'm sure he's still all buff from basic training. Last night i purchased a stun gun known as "Blast Knuckles" that is a 950,000 Volt stun gun, build into bras knuckles, i feel this would be easy to sneak in my pocket and catch him by surprise whenever he attacks. I also purchased another pair of knuckles, that have a metal spike on them, that i can attach to my keys, in case i need that. I plan on buying pepper spray as well in case it is needed.
Now i wanted to know what you all would suggest i do, if it comes down to a battle. I feel confident in anyone else, but now some phyco who is getting out of the military. Do you all know how much dammage the blast knuckles will do? I know its about amps, not volts, it hasn't come in the mail yet so i havn't tested its power. I know i should distract his eyes and try to get a good nut shot, and if given the change a palm strike to the throat and possibly the nose. I just want this to be over with as fast as it started, and some possible scenarios where you all have been countered by an opponent and what you did to counter them. Also, but would be the best place to strike with the stun gun? Do you think pepper spray will take him out? I don't want to kill this guy, otherwise i would use my gun. |
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Self defense during disaster & mass riots |
NEW ORLEANS-- Mayor Ray Nagin ordered 1,500 police officers to leave their search-and-rescue mission Wednesday night and return to the streets to stop looting that has turned increasingly hostile as the city plunges deeper into chaos.
"They are starting to get closer to heavily populated areas-- hotels, hospitals, and we're going to stop it right now," Nagin said in a statement to The Associated Press.
The number of officers called off the search-and-rescue mission amounts to virtually the entire police force in New Orleans.
Amid the turmoil Wednesday, thieves commandeered a forklift and used it to push up the storm shutters and break the glass of a pharmacy. The crowd stormed the store, carrying out so much ice, water and food that it dropped from their arms as they ran. The street was littered with packages of ramen noodles and other items.
Looters also chased down a state police truck full of food. The New Orleans police chief ran off looters while city officials themselves were commandeering equipment from a looted Office Depot. During a state of emergency, authorities have broad powers to take private supplies and buildings for their use.
Managers at a nursing home were prepared to cope with the power outages and had enough food for days, but then the looting began. The home's bus driver was forced to surrender the vehicle to carjackers.
Bands of people drove by the nursing home, shouting to residents, "Get out!" Eighty residents, most of them in wheelchairs, were being evacuated to other nursing homes in the state.
"We had enough food for 10 days," said Peggy Hoffman, the home's executive director. "Now we'll have to equip our department heads with guns and teach them how to shoot."
At one store, hordes of people from all ages, races and walks of life grabbed food and water. Some drove away with trunkloads of beer.
At one point, two officers drew their guns on the looters, but the thieves left without incident. One of the officers said he was not going to arrest anyone for snatching up food and water.
One young man was seen wading through chest-deep floodwater, carrying a case of soda, after looting a grocery store.
"It's really difficult because my opinion of the looting is it started with people running out of food, and you can't really argue with that too much," Nagin said. "Then it escalated to this kind of mass chaos where people are taking electronic stuff and all that."
Gov. Kathleen Blanco said she has asked the White House to send more people to help with evacuations and rescues, thereby freeing up National Guardsmen to stop looters.
"We will restore law and order," Blanco said. "What angers me the most is that disasters like this often bring out the worst in people. I will not tolerate this kind of behavior."
John Matessino, president of the Louisiana Hospital Association, said he had not heard of anyone breaking into the hospitals, but he added that thieves got into the parking garage at one hospital and were stealing car batteries and stereos.
New Orleans' homeland security chief, Terry Ebbert, said looters were breaking into stores all over town and stealing guns. He said there are gangs of armed men moving around the city. At one point, officers stranded on the roof of a hotel were fired at by criminals on the street.
Authorities said an officer was shot in the head and a looter was wounded in a shootout. The officer and looter were expected to survive.
- www.suntimes.com/output/hurricane/31loot.html
So what do you think guys, ho to prepare yourself for such accidents? Mass riots, disorder, police unable to enforce law; armed looters intrude into private houses or attack cars with citizens...
How will you prepare to defend yourself/your family? |
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Who carries a knife? |
| I carry a folding knife everyday...usually one of the following:
Cold Steel Scimitar
Cold Steel Vaquero
Cold Steel Voyager
Cold Steel Ti-Lite
Do you carry a knife? If so, which one? |
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ugly billy? |
| After being robbed recently i feel i need some protection, as I am an avid fisherman i have a "shakespeare" ugly billy club. For those of you who dont know what it is, its an 18inch solid fiberglass club used to beat large game fish from flopping around on your boat(tuna,marlin, shark). I plan on keeping it in my car, however if Im pulled over and for some reason and an officer implements a search can i be charged for having this in my car?
btw i reside in Massachusetts[/img] |
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Your favourite shotgun |
| Hi, everybody!
Here we're gonna discuss your favourite shotgun models.
What is your favourite shotgun?
What type of shotgun do you prefer for home defense purposes (pump-action, semi-auto...)?
How long do you own the shotgun? |
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Carrying martial arts weapons. |
| I was wondering does anyone carry martial arts weapons. If you do wich ones? |
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New Matt Thornton DVD Series Now Available - Great Stuff! |
| NEW: SBGi Spring Camp 07
In March 2007 the top SBGi coaches gathered in CA to train, and share the cutting edge material that they were working on. This DVD set was the result. This set was shot in documentary fashion, with the intention of giving you the feel of actually being there on the mat. If you have ever wondered what SBGi is all about, this set is for you!
All of the material covered is unique, and has never been shown before in any other SBGi sets. All of the DVDs feature detailed menus for easy navigation. The entire set is over well over 5 hours long.
See the top SBGi coaches, caught live in their natural environment! Matt Thornton, Luis Guiterrez, Karl Tanswell, John Kavanagh, Steve Whittier, Travis Davison, + More!
Disc 1: 70 minutes
BJJ warm ups
clinch with cloth (grip surfing)
BJJ Q & A with SBGi coaches
rolling footage
Disc 2: 60 minutes
butterfly guard attacks
BJJ Q & A with Matt
Disc 3: 50+ minutes
BJJ warm ups
MMA clinch off the cage or wall
submissions for no gi, or MMA
Disc 4: 75 minutes
Muay Thai for MMA
Disc 5: 67+ minutes
the low X guard
passing the upright butterfly guard
BJJ Q & A with Matt
These can be obtained here:
http://www.straightblastgym.com/store.htm |
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Pre-fight jitters |
| Does anyone else get ridiculously stressed/nervous before a fight or comp?
If so, how do you deal with it/overcome it?
I'm not talking about an actual fear of being harmed or anything girly like that, but more 'performance anxiety', fear of failure that sort of thing.
I used to throw up before rugby matches and it's that sort of thing - basically a massive adrenaline spike that seems to sap most of my cardio. |
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Is this place for real |
| I just joined and kinda shocked is the forum moderated. |
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Avoiding neighborhood "scrapes".... |
| Hi everyone,
34-year-old hispanic-american, married male, here. Hope that someone can somehow relate to what I'm writing about ( so please bear with me if this is too long.....I just gotta vent). It all started with a verbal confrontation with some neighbors who live next door to my mom's house. Both households happen to live under the same landlord, by the way. One day, the neighbors-in-question were throwing away some rubbish out in the backyard/lot. There isn't a defined boundary between both houses in the back, so my mom complained about it to the neighbors from her little side balcony; by yelling at them. The old lady and what appeared to be her grandson, yelled back to her, telling her that they got permission to throw their crap out onto this rubbish pile, (which happened to be on our side), and to basically mind her business. The scrawny punk,(about 16-17), all thugged-out, told her to shut her mouth.
I happened to be home watching tv when this happened, and HAPPENED to listen to him talk to my 70-year-old mom in this way; I naturally reacted by running out to the balcony of her 2-story rented apt. and yelled back to that thug punk that NOBODY talks to my mom like that. He talked some shit back..........and we left it at that......telling him I'd meet him anytime, anywhere.... Thing is........the "WORD" on the (pretty reliable) street around here, as-a-matter-of-fact is that I said what I said to the son of a local area drug-dealer, with pretty long and wide connections, arms, etc..., as well as a family history of pretty hard time and notoriously solid street "cred". Anyhow, this punk naturally thinks that he can talk like that to anyone he wants, given his background.(and his "backup").
I recently got married and moved in with my wife, about 10 minutes away, in the same little backwater town that my mom lives in. Everyone's pretty rural out here so word gets out fast, (I'm a city boy, so country living is a contrast). Apparently, this kid has friends in my new neighborhood and I've seen him drive back and forth on occassion. Ever since the incident (about 3 or 4 months ago), we don't even have eye contact, so it struck me as to why he keeps on coming around our house with his little scrawny goons, looking hard and giving dirty looks. I can't help but to think that he might actually want to take me up on my original offer as to "anytime and anywhere" that I gave him. I'd be more than happy to accomodate him, if it's only him and a few other of his fellow goons.........but I think it may be a few more than that, given his "network".
I don't want to sound paranoid, or anything, but lately, I seem to be followed home from my mom's house, (his uncle has a small business next door to my mom's.....it's a small bar/pool joint....in other words, a DIVE. This is in a relatively good neighborhood, however; so it sticks out like a sore thumb. The kid and his friends are always using cell phones with each other; that's why it would probably be of no suprise to me if they were keeping tabs on my in's and out's from my mom's to my wife's house. Could they be staking me out, for some reason? In this area, the people here are NOTORIOUSLY inclined to gang up one person, in case there's an altercation of some kind, involving only two people. I just want to prepare myself, in case that may come to pass..... I only plan to use a simple expandable baton. I don't wish to use deadly force on anybody.........only temporarily incapasitate them. I could be surrounded by up to 8 guys of my height and close to my proportions. I don't have any backup of any kind, other than my own self-defense. How do I avoid this from happening, or how can I prevent it......if I possibly can? Could they be just hounding me, probably showing their numbers and potential force...........against me, one average joe guy???
This is the shit that I have to contend with in the area of which I live......I'm not originally from this area........only family obligations keep me here, instead of moving back to New Jersey, where I'm originally from. The worse that could happen is that I would probably receive a pretty hard beating by these punks, or their associates.........I would doubt that they would want to use deadly force on me....... :? (being that it would not be good for business, you know). They wouldn't want the unnecessary attention........that is, if they were smart. Anybody here got any suggestions :?: ? I would be much oblidged to whomever would like to post...........thanks. |
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Hello all.....wanted to introduce myself. |
| My name is Ryan, 31 yrs old and I am originally from New Jersey but about 10 years ago I moved to Upstate NY. I have always been that hoodlum kid ;-) who was constantly getting suspended from school and bar fights that led to sleeping on the iron over night :roll: Since then I have grown up and dont think fighting just to fight is worth it nor is it appropriate. I have been instructing reality based self defense courses for the last couple years and really grown fond of training again. I started up a small side business cqcny and just instruct on the side as a hobby and to keep in shape. I love to share ideas and thoughts on MA and RSBD and hope to learn and even contribute here when I can. I also love long walks on the beach and my favorite food is NY city style pizza. hahaha
Just check out my website to read more. That is the most reliable info and always updated. www.CQCNY.com
I look forward to making friends here and learning. Thanks! |
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Thought the folks here might enjoy this |
| Although fictional, my new novel "Victim Selection Error" could happen anywhere to anybody. What would you do in the same situation?
available at Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Victim-Selection-Error-Todd-Bayliss/dp/098251140X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1251209093&sr=1-1 |
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Self-Defense in a nut shell |
| Martial Art is different than self-defense. Someone who has mastered martial arts may be able to fight just about anyone but when it comes to a life threatening situation they will break down to the basics and do whatever it takes to win/end the situation. A situation usually is started and ended within a short few chaotic seconds. Those shorts seconds are confusing and most people will panic but with the right self defense moves anyone will be able to stop an attack before it’s too late. The most affective moves are the simple and basic ones that can be used and carried out easily with no delay or thinking. To successfully be able to defend yourself from an attack you must know the moves well enough that if it’s needed your instincts will automatically use the right self defense to end the situation. The most affective self defense moves are the ones that no matter the situation it will always be able to work. Everyone should be responsible for being able to protect themselves from danger. In the world today most attacks are against women because the thought those women are more vulnerable and won’t be able to protect themselves. Women are vulnerable to attacks but they aren’t always defenseless. Because they are seen as easy targets and predators scope them out woman who do not know how to, should learn to defend themselves. It is basic knowledge and practice that can save a life. Everyone should learn to protect themselves because the world is a dangerous place and a situation may be unexpected and it is best to know you can defend yourself.
This site will talk further into self defense and admins will answer any emails sent to them so feel free to ask questions.
This site is an online membership to daily selfdefense lessons that can be taken at home on your own schedual. feel free to check it out. |
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Introduction |
| Just wanted to say hello to all. My name is Nik and I am the Chief Instructor at Ballistic Fighting Methods. We are a practical self defense school and often work with military groups, police departments, security companies etc. We also offer civilian classes as well. You can find us in the Chicago area regularly, but I do quite a bit of traveling teaching seminars also. Check out our interim website when you get an opportunity. I look forward to hearing from you.
Nik
www.ballisticfightingmethods.com |
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How to Rape and Get Away with it |
| Interesting international perspective. Not endorsing anything this article says, but it opened my eyes to the WSD issues in different parts of the world.
http://eveemancipation.blogspot.com/2008/02/how-to-rape-woman-and-get-away-with-it.html |
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How to win any fights in under 3 minutes |
| Check it out http://c0948bic-8alduemy82a1f-51o.hop.clickbank.net/ |
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Want to surprise your man? |
| Surprise your guy on a special occasion with an incredible blowjob! :D Learn through DIRECT PRACTICE in a CONFIDENTIAL SETTING how to give the ULTIMATE KISS! He'll love you forever! :girl:
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FREE blowjob lesson |
| My usual students aren't coming over for their lessons this week, which means I'm not getting blown all week. Well, my misfortune is your lucky break! Since I'm so "hard up" this week, so to speak, I'm offering a FREE trial blowjob lesson this week, to any eligible female in the Greater Vancouver Area. You'll still receive the FREE pearl necklace or facial!
Under Canada's new consent laws, you must be 16 years of age, or older.
Just email me and we'll arrange a time! :D Looking forward to meating you! |
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72% of rapes in Houston are unsolved |
| The idea of crime prevention is a valid one, especially in light of the seeming inability of law enforcement to make apprehensions. In the 4th largest city in the United States, Houston, Texas, there is a crisis involving emboldened criminals openly accosting innocent people.
In Baytown, Texas; a suburb of Houston a 19 year old local man was recently apprehended as a serial rapist. He targeted young men. His criminal pattern was so unusual that F.B.I. profilers had insufficient information to formulate a profile on the type of offender.
There are over 8,000 "rape kits" in the possession of the Houston Police Dept. that remain untested. A "rape kit" is the medical-legal examination conducted on a rape victim. As these "kits" sit, the DNA evidence has a tendency to degrade to the point that it no longer has any evidentiary value.
As time passes, it becomes increasingly the burden of the innocent to provide of their own protection from violent miscreants.
Rape is a dastardly crime, however it is not the only crime being inflicted on a public that is either too mistrustful or too afraid to notify the police.
Solomon said that Justice will be achieved when those who are not harmed by crime become as indignant as those who are.
Are we there yet? |
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Don't forget the sex jelly! |
| When disarming a knife IRL, there are often factors that interfere with your ability to really secure the opponent's knife arm--sweat, blood, the attacker's sheer strength.
Lacking these adverse factors, bad training often gives us an inflated sense of how effective our disarms could be. This is probably why a lot of people train those silly wristlocks, strips, snakes, and so forth, thinking them to be applicable in real self-defence situations. It works in the drill, with a cooperative opponent. To make things worse, we may be training with equipment that actually facilitates your grip: for instance, cordura-coated pads that squish slightly, and have high friction coefficients and natural "handles" (mainly at the joints and edges) that are easy to snag. This makes controlling the arm ridiculously easy. Or another example, when I used to train disarms that involved direct attacks to the hand, say peeling the base of the thumb, or hitting the metacarpals hard to hyperflex the wrist, it seemed like a good idea to wear mountain-biking gloves while doing this, to protect the trainer. But you'll quickly notice that when the bad guy's wearing these gloves, it makes it really easy to grab him at the wrist. You could have really crappy technique (e.g. not "following") and still hold onto that wrist.
Put those gloves away. Leave them for when you're doing classical Filipino defangs, not when you're doing self-defence.
Gear up your bad guy properly. Firm rubber knife with lipstick on the edge of the blade for feedback. NO pads on the hands or arms. FIST or High Gear helmet. Chest protector if you've got it. AND SMEAR SEX JELLY ON both hands and arms to simulate blood or sweat, to make the grip more difficult. (Both arms because, remember, you're going to train in responding to him transferring the knife from one hand to the other.)
A plus is that if you have smartasses in your class who've done self-defence training in classical martial art schools and they try to demonstrate their stupid wristlocks and stuff, they won't be able to do 'em.
We've all probably heard at times that we should "slime" our arms when working on disarms, but we don't always do it.
It's important. DON'T FORGET THE SEX JELLY. |
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Corolla or Yaris? |
| The Yaris hatchback is cooler looking and will fit into small parking spots. I'm pretty young so image is important. You just don't wanna be one of those guys who drives a Corolla, you know?
However, the Corolla is a sedan, and therefore has better cargo security when I'm working in the field or camping. It may have a better resale value in proportion to what I pay out, because I can still get a 2006, and they'll go at 2.9% financing. (2006 Yaris are sold out).
There is almost no difference in gas mileage. |
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Domestic Violence Cases Are On The Rise |
| Now that the economy is in a downward spiral There is an increase in domestic violence cases across the country. Getting a self defense weapon is a good choice for you ladies but if you don't have a means to get one the best thing for you to do is call the National Domestic Violence Hot line 1-800-799-SAFE(7233) I have seen so many good things come this this organization. The main thing is that you do something. There are too many of you dying as a result of domestic violence. Please ladies...protect yourself at all cost. Get a self defense weapon or pack your bags and get out. He is not going to change until you show him you are not going to tolerate him hitting you and he gets some counseling. |
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Swords for self defense. yes, really. |
| Alright, so I am a college student with my license suspended. As a result, I have been spending a lot of time around less savory neighborhoods in the middle of the night lately...walking to friends' houses, late classes, and so forth. I am a pretty big person, so I don't usually get hassled often, but I have no doubt that I am going to have an issue with SOMEONE eventually. Bad neighborhoods alone at night. Its inevitable. So, I have been looking for a self defense weapon, and I have to say that (as a fencing student) the sword is looking like quite a good option...but its a sword. Noone carries a sword, its retarded...but let me know what you think.
Right now I carry a 6" folder, but to be perfectly honest I don't know how to fight with a knife, and if I pull it on someone similarly armed I'm likely to just get stabbed.
My first option would be a gun, but in california concealed carry is essentially illegal, and open carry requires that you keep the gun unloaded. I don't want to try to pop in a magazine and cycle the action in a panic situation...its not practical.
"Billy clubs" are illegal. That includes batons and a host of obscure weapons.
A small sword, on the other hand, sounds perfect. Something like a sidesword or shortened Epee with a sharp tip. Its light, its always "loaded", its totally legal to carry anywhere I would try to carry a gun in cali, I have experience using it, and the intimidation factor is really high. Unless the person has a gun, there really aren't many better weapons than a sword...noone wants to get stabbed or get cut to ribbons, and its got a great reach. The only real problem I see is that...to be honest...carrying a sword around looks ridiculous and makes people think you are some sort of crazed survivalist. I can probably eliminate that by carrying a stripped down version...say a pistol grip epee shortened with the bell guard removed.
Is it just me, or does a sword look like a perfectly viable option for self defense? |
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Jiu Jitsu and Groin |
| Nuff said. |
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New Self Defense Shooter |
| Ok so I am 20 years old and I am looking for a self defense handgun to purchase when I turn 21. I am a big guy with pretty big hands. I have been shooting magnums since I was 10 so recoil isnt an issue. Im lookin for reliability no matter if its a wheelgun or semiauto(im proffecient with either). I am just looking for some good ideas. I am just browsing for ideas for differnt models and frams and such right now. But like I said I want reliability if I have to fire a follow up(so no Berretta Bobcats or other mouseguns that dont feed well). I also want something that is affordable gun wise and ammunition wise(which is why I am not looking at my favorite .45 ACP for caliber). .38 Specials and 9mm work for me because of performance, but I like the looks of a .40S&W ballistically and im not sure on the price of ammo.
I know something really important is the grips, but something else important to me is the saftey. I need something that is easy to get off quick if its on a semi auto. I am looking for Double&Single Action handguns. But like I said guys, I just want some suggestions for on what to wrap my hands around first. Oh 1 last thing, the pistol will be a Concealed Carry Weapon because I plan on getting a license(I live in Florida so we are pretty good about our gun laws). |
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Citizens Arrest |
| :D I don't know if its legal anymore in the uk but either way i'm going to do it if i need to. Yeah i'm starting to buy all these defence weopons just incase. Yeah just yesterday i bought some police cuffs about 4 different ones for spares and when i can i'm going to try some combat training. :D |
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Looking for difficult to find home defense product |
| Some years back there were quite a few door stickers/decals of a type similar to "The owner of this home owns guns and is prepared to use them", or often more blunt and to the point. Gun publications were full of them.
Now I can't seem to find any. Can anyone point me to some source(s) of such 'deterrent' home defense decals?
Thanks in advance for any help.
Terry in Iowa |
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Compilation of new stories on people killed by a punch |
| This blogsite lists news stories about fights in which a person was killed by a punch.
http://www.theactualityoffighting.blogspot.com/ |
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Robbed at knife-point |
| Hey. First a bit about myself.
I'm 20 years old, and trained slightly in martial arts/self defense. In no way a master, though. I am also going to be joining with my local police service in the next few years.
Today I was drawing money out of a bank at 2100, still slightly light out.
As I tried to take out some cash, some guy came up and put his arm over my shoulder and put a knife to the right side of my neck.
Complying, I gave him $200 out of my bank account and he left with no further incident. I gave chase after I made sure I was okay, but he got into a truck down the road and drove off with his accomplice.
Just asking - what can I really do in a situation like that? I feel strange. I was calm the entire time and didn't panic, but now I feel like there's something I should have been able to do. But all my options just seemed to turn to that I would've been stabbed in the throat or something along those lines.
Anyone? |
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Hola |
| Spanish is the new English. Anyways hey everybody. I am new here and I just want to get to know some of you. This seems like a nice place. |
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Crime Prevention Quotes |
| I surfed on in and saw little on Crime precention so I thought I might kick things off with a crime prevention "game". I have a quote directly related to the subject.
The police are the public and the public are the police; the police being only members of the public who are paid to give full time attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence.
~~Robert Peel
Anyone else got one? |
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Teacher's back after fending off would-be rapist |
| Teacher's back after fending off would-be rapist
By Mareva Brown -- Bee Staff Writer
February 18, 2005
Police detectives don't believe the attempted rape of a student teacher at Hiram Johnson High School this week is part of a series of school attacks, but a spokesman said Thursday they are concerned that the suspect may try to harm someone else. "It's unusual," said Sacramento Police Sgt. Justin Risley. "But it seems to be isolated at this point."
The victim, a 25-year-old student teacher who placed seventh last year in the U.S. Olympic trials for women's free-style wrestling, returned to teaching physical education classes on Thursday. She was alone in an office inside the women's locker room at 7:10 p.m. Tuesday when someone rattled and knocked on the door. When she opened it, a young man entered, grabbed the woman - cutting her lip - and tried to take off her pants. The victim, who is not being named by The Bee, said she was stunned when she realized the assailant was trying to rape her rather than steal her computer.
"The whole time he was attacking me, I was thinking, 'If he only knew what he was getting himself into,' " she said.
She practices martial arts, including Brazilian jiu-jitsu, five nights a week. And once the attack began, she said she pulled him closer so he couldn't punch her and used her martial arts training to kick him. "He totally gave up and ran away," she said. "I was kind of pissed because I wanted to choke him out so the police could come and get him."
She described her assailant as an African American youth about 17 to 20 years old, about 5-foot-10 and 180 pounds with a thin build, brown eyes and black, curly hair. He was wearing knee-length shorts and a black "puffy" jacket, officials said. Sacramento City Unified School District spokeswoman Maria Lopez said an additional security officer was assigned to the campus Wednesday and schedules have been rearranged to ensure staff members work in pairs. Thursday, police officials put together a composite sketch of the attacker in hopes of identifying him. "We're making headway," Risley said.
Detectives don't believe the would-be rapist is a student at Hiram Johnson, but officials are looking into whether he may have been a student athlete from another school because of his athletic attire. A basketball game was going on in a nearby gymnasium at the time of the attack, Risley said. Detectives are uncertain whether the victim was specifically targeted or whether the assailant just saw her there alone and decided to act. The victim did not recognize him.
"There's nothing she told us that indicates she had problems with anyone, or that anyone looked at her inappropriately," Risley said. "And it wasn't unusual for her to be there that late. She coaches and teachers. Her hours are all over the place."
http://www.sacbee.com/content/news/education/story/12386286p-13242586c.html |
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What do you do |
| Anticipating a possible fight that could break out any day, I've been brushing up on some old karate techniques that I learned years and years ago. And (I know this sounds lame) I've analyzed every possible attack he might throw on me, and thought a lot about how I would react. That way, even though I hardly remember a lick of martial arts, I'll still be somewhat prepared. However, one thing they never taught us was what to do if the attacker decides to just charge at you. I highly doubt that in that situation, a simple front kick would overpower a man pummeling you at full force. |
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Michael Archangel |
| Hello Everyone,
I've recently decided to be more active in the virtual self defense industry, and joining this forum is part of that decision. I'm 28 yo, and have been studying martial arts and self defense systems since I was 7. Served in the Marine Corps and currently instruct and develop self defense instructors and businesses across the globe.
I look forward to getting to know many of you, and learning from one another's experiences.
Thanks,
Archangel
michaela@theselfdefenseco.com |
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Robbery |
Some experts say that when a robbery victim does not defend himself, the robber succeeds 88 percent of the time, and the victim is injured 25 percent of the time. When a victim resists with a gun, the robbery success rate falls to 30 percent, and the victim injury rate falls to 17 percent. No other response to a robbery - from drawing a knife to shouting for help to fleeing - produces such low rates of victim injury and robbery success.
So what do you think about it, guys? The poll is open. |
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Defense against dogs |
| I know that there are a lot of things you can use on dogs. Everything from firearms, sticks, pepper spray and so on. I am curious as to how you would defend yourself if you were suddenly attacked by a big attack dog, if you were unarmed?
I have taken several bites from a police dog while I was wearing arm protection and have thought a lot about this. I think I have come up with a few good answers but I am curious if one, this has ever happened to you and two if you have any ideas on what you would do if attacked by a big mean dog? |
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hairspray |
| Hi all, earlier on i was in the bathroom when i heard a noise in the garden i (being a little guy) looked for a weapon fast but was in the bathroom so i picked up a can of hairspray and a lighter and went out to look, couldnt see anything down my alley to the side of the house so i let loose a couple of bursts from the spray couldnt see anything so went in.
What i would like to know is if i had caught someone with this would i be in the crap?
Also what is considered reasonable force? (uk)
And what self defense items are legal in the uk (mace, tasers ect)
Thanks, jake :D |
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What should I use? |
| Some man got out of his car at a red light and started to harass me while i was in my car, then started to chase me while i was driving home. First time i really felt threatened, so now i carry a skinner knife in my poket at all times, but i hear its illegal in my state (CA).
Well so what are my options? just leave a bat in my car? buy some pepper spray? need some ideas |
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ñîòðèòå ýòîò ïîñò |
| Äàííîå îáúÿâëåíèå ïîòåðÿëî ñâîþ àêòóàëüíîñòü, è åãî ìîæíî ñòåðåòü
ÇAPAHEE ÑÏÀÑÈÁÎ! |
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Hello |
| Hi all, first post.
I am a senior in high school in a smaller town called Apple Valley in Southern California.
I am currently in no martial art but am interested to know what the best one for self- defense is? I don't want to do competitions or anything, just know that I can reasonably defend myself. At this point if someone attacked me and there was no way out I would be screwed, I have never been in a fight in my life. I wish it wern't so but in todays super violent world everyone needs to know some defense.
I know I am a very newbie but I have a thread idea, Self- defense survival stories. You know people who have defended themselves in situations and would care to share.
Anyway, hopefully I can find some sort of self- defense school locally and soon feel better about myself, I just want to know that I can walk down the street and if (God forbid) someone did get me in a situation I could do something about it. |
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Best joke ever ;) |
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Sorry for this offtopic but it's damn funny :))) I could not hold it!
Why it is good to be a man?
1. Your ass is never a factor in a job interview.
2. Your orgasms are real. Always.
3. Your last name stays put.
4. The garage is all yours.
5. Wedding plans take care of themselves.
6. You never feel compelled to stop a friend from getting laid.
7. Car mechanics tell you the truth.
8. You don't give a rat's ass if someone notices your new haircut.
9. Hot wax never comes near your pubic area.
10. Same work .. more pay.
11. Wrinkles-add character.
12. You don't have to leave the room to make emergency crotch adjustments.
13. Wedding Dress $2000; Tux rental $100.
14. If you retain water, it's in a canteen
15. People never glance at your chest when you're talking to them
16. New shoes don't cut, blister, or mangle your feet
17. One mood, ALL the damn time
18. Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds
19. A five-day vacation requires only 1 suitcase
20. You can open all your own jars26. You can quietly watch a game with your buddy for hours without ever thinking "He must be mad at me."
27. No maxi-pads
28. If another guy shows up at the party in the same outfit, you just might become lifelong friends29. You are not expected to know the names of more than five colors30. You don't have to stop and think of which way to turn a nut on a bolt
31. You are unable to see wrinkles in clothes
32. The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades
33. Your belly usually hides your big hips
so fuunnyy :))
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Flashlights for self defense |
FLASHLIGHTS FOR SELF DEFENSE
As strange as it sounds, some flashlights are used for self defense quite often in daily life.
Sometimes by professionals Police Officers in a way to avoid using deadly force in confrontations with suspects, and other times by civilians that are not permitted to carry lethal weapons.
In the US we have it quite good in that we are allowed to carry short knives and some others implements but in the majority of Europe such activities are illegal or highly frowned upon by the authorities.
If you defend yourself with a baseball bat even in your own home in certain countries you have to give reason for why you have such an implement with you.
One of my flashlights that I promote in the States as the Search and Rescue 852 lumens to use in emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks, helicopters etc. because is too heavy and too long to be easily portable (it is based on the Maglite 4 D). I have found appreciative customers in the European market to be used as self defense tool by civilians that go out for a stroll or to walk the dog situations.
Other lights use others means of incorporating defense mechanisms in their construction. I am thinking now about the ARES Defense Companion, a Maglite with 3 cells that incorporates a shotgun of 410 gauge (only one picture is circulating in the Internet and I think is not in production) or the Tiger Light that incorporates a pepper spray canister, or the several models of Surefire that come with crenellated bezels (one example is the popular E2D executive Defender).
Surefire was the first (to my knowledge) at popularizing the crenellated bezel and the SureFire Institute offers a class in basic defensive tactics called “The power of Light” which is open to all qualified civilians as well as law enforcement professionals .
The course is taught by certified instructor Steve Tarani (shown below delivering a carotid strike).
My own MAG 951 II or the EXP 852 can be had with the optional heavy stainless steel crenellated bezel that I offer in a limited production run.
Such bezels add 3 ounces to the weight of the head and the bezel even that is not actually sharp will be a good imitation of the broken beer bottle.
I don’t think that an aggressor, if he is in his right mind, will confront such a weapon that first will blind him with 951 lumens and then is ready to rearrange his facial features.
Some handy accessories have been produced to increase the defensive use of the Maglite. I am thinking of a quality item made with great care and good materials called the Piggy Back; it will keep a container of Pepper spray quite handy by screwing the accessory to the end of the MAG tail-cap.
Or from the same company the accessory tail-cap with carbide insert capable of breaking automotive glass.
My own Quick Detach Swivel, when used only with the nub for the lanyard, can be very hard on skulls and noses.
This MAG 951 sports the heavy 3 inch head (the head is now out of production), more resembling a medieval mace. This is also a fantastic throw monster reaching over several hundred yards.
I have in my long association with the flashlight Industry seen a few models which spray OC from the front of the lens, flashlights that also incorporate a screaming siren, flashlights that incorporate a stun gun and others weird contraptions all of them gone from the market now.
What seems to prevail is just a good weight reliable flashlight that can be used as a baton or with the new crenellated bezels and the introduction of really powerful MEGA lights capable of blinding an assailant.
Best regards,
Black bear |
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How much pain can you take? |
| Hi all,
I’m new here. great forum!
I’ve been practicing for 20 over years and I have come to believe that pain and injuries, and the ability to endure them may be a big factor in deciding the outcome of a fight/match? anyone agree? most of the time, the emphasis it seems is to focus on one's skills/abilities/technical proficiency etc.
but the fact and reality of fighting remains - however good one is, if one does not have a high pain threshold, one will succumb quickly at the first sign of pain/injury/blood. so the question is, how does one handle pain?
is there a mental/physical training to withstand pain? how would you react to, say, a broken nose, teeth, a kick to the groin/ribs, a broken arm(amber)?
The question is, will you/should one carry on fighting despite a bloodied face or simply surrender? |
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Challenge Man vs Woman? |
| For women only: I have a bet for all the women. I don`t think that women can defeat men by attacking their testicles. think that's B.S. Never been hit there, but I know my can resist any kind of attack from a woman. I stand in front of you with my legs apart. You can kick, knee, punch or squeeze my balls. (any kind of attack without weapons) If I'm not still standing after five attacks I give you U$S 500. I'm serious. contact me. |
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Women's Defense |
| I am really sadened by the number of attacks I see happening across the country to women. In my city alone we see way too many offenses toward unsuspecting women.
Sadly I had a friend, a nurse who came home and surprised a burglar, who in turn murdered her bruitally. Thankfully technology today has enabled some new products that can be life saving for women. One of the most valuable, in my opinion is the wireless home monitor. This monitor detects motion. You can store several phone numbers into this monitor. It will, upon detecting motion dial, say your cell phone. Upon getting this alarm you can call a friend or police so you don't encounter an unwanted party.
I think every female should carry some sort of self defense item in their purse or on their side. Many of the attacks against females can be avoided by simply learning what to look for and becoming vigilent regularly.
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rights of women |
| Most attacks to women are unexpected, when she's outside of her home. But what's really saddening is that most of the violence experienced by women are in their homes, or domestic violence. I think women should also be aware of their rights, they can defend themselves even at their homes. |
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Which is safer? Taser/stun gun or martial arts? |
| My wife has used a stun gun before to fend off an attack successfully .. but I wonder how most view the electronic weapons like stun guns and tasers vs. martial arts issue? Which offers more protection, in general? |
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Women's Self-Defense Workshops |
| Hello Everyone!
If any women are interested in Self-Defense Workshops designed specifically for women please send an email and I will give you all the details!
Take care and stay safe.
Carol Connor
President
Total Defense Inc.
totaldefense@sympatico.ca |
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Hello. Need Help Please. |
| Hi,
This is the what happened. A person got sent to jail because of me and tumors have always been flaring how much he wants to go after me and my friend when he gets out. He already had been in trouble and is serving at a county jail for what he got in trouble for, it was a 3rd degree burglary. He was on prbation for some other crime, I happened to be with him but not with him when he did the crime and he thinks that I am the reason he got in sent to jail. He just started serving for the burglary in 3rd degree about 2 months ago from when he got in trouble because of me. I've already been threatened by his cousin to be shot because he had just got of jail for shooting up a car and was bragging about it trying to intimidate me. Anyone that can give me hints to defend myself or when he may get out please contact me at rawradinosaur@yahoo.com .
Thank You. |
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Defended Sick Father and Minor Sister I'M CHARGED W/ BATTERY |
| Back in March of this year a neighbor came into our home stomping and kicking on the door because the music was allegibly too loud. My dad (who wears glasses and has many heart conditions and lives on a daily basis on constant medications) came to answer and the guy step inside and pushed him while yelling at him. My sister (who was 17 at the time) went foward and he grabbed her face and pushed her. I got him out of the apartment and punched him 3 times. A relative grabbed me and the guy left. I went after him to follow him in case he went to get a weapon or call someone. By the time I saw him in the lobby he was all bloody. He fell down the stairs. His wrist was broken and he received staples on the back of the head. But he said I did it to him when he obviously feel down the stairs. I'm not a violent person and I never hurted anyone before but when I saw my dad on his knees holding his chest it broke my heart. The cops saw the bloody mess and didn't arrest me because they said it was a debatable self defense. He pressed charges and 3 days later I was brought up to the police station to be arrested for a 3rd degree felony as a battery. A month before this happened I received a letter from Columbia University stating I got accepted, University of Florida accepted me a month later. After these charges were issued both schools froze my status and denied my application until a veredict was given. I had to find another job since as soon as my supervisor found out he's been trying to cut my hours, even with my extended resume (honors AA degree with difficult courses, 4 years in the US Marines, etc) I cannot be hired because I have an arrest of a felony on my record (even though I have not been convicted) so I need to work like an illegal immigrant (I work as valet all night long at a club from 11pm till 6am). I went overseas and I'll never regret it, I LOVE this country, we were told we were doing it all for freedom, democracy and justice. We were defending our nation. I find it so ironic now. I've lost faith in our judicial system that guy is doing whatever he wants with my life since the charges are not being dropped. My public defendant is trying to get me PTI but the accuser won't agree. WHAT SHOULD I DO? I WANT MY LIFE BACK. I FEEL LIKE I SHOULD NEVER PROTECT MYSELF OR OTHER EVER AGAIN! |
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Fight Girls Tv series |
Hey everyone,
I thought some of you might be interested in this series on Film24 (sky157). It's been running for a few weeks now and it's about 7 female fighters who are aiming to get to the Muay Thai World Championships.
If you click the picture it should take you to the Film 24 site for trailers etc
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ASP baton length |
| I just purchased a 21 inch ASP baton but it seems just a bit too short! I was planning on getting a 26 inch but I am not sure. Does anyone have any advice? Thanks! |
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Scotland sucks |
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Websites Selling Weapons To The UK |
| Hi everyone, does anyone know any european based websites (prefered) or US who sell weapons to the UK? The only weapons uk sites sell are just knives etc...i am looking for more imaginative weapons but i have noticed that most US websites i have been to won't even send swords (for example) to the UK.
There used to be a website ages ago i remember which was guns2u.com that sold 12 Ga rubber bullet guns (which i presume are legal here as its not a real gun) and many other things they said they could legally ship to the UK.
Anyway it appears the website does not exist anymore...anyone know if they changed the name of the website? If so what is it now?
Any help would be appreciated, even if you are not sure if it applies to the above, i will check it out anyway, thankyou. |
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Canada/Self defense/ Is the law fair ? |
| A good friend of mine was recently attacked at a house party by a guy who was considerably larger than him. The other guy got my buddy on the ground and starting throwing blows, and then proceeded to pull out a knife and start stabbing my friend. My friend managed to block most of the stabs but still got sliced up good. Meanwhile the guy was still on top of him and attacking, my friend managed to get the knife away and in a state of shock and panic he stabbed back a number of times and killed the guy. :shock: The police just charged him with 2nd degree murder. He is now looking at 15 years. I personally think that is bullshit, I would have done the same thing, and plus the other guy was hardcore juicing it ( Steroids).
I was just wondering what other peoples opinions are on this type of a situation ? What if someone was really trying to kill you, and you did what you could to save your life and ended up in jail ?
Also is anybody familiar with the self defense laws is Canada with this type of situation ?
Thanks. |
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What is the best form of self defense |
| I would like to start taking self defence classes, however i'm not quite certain but to begin with. From what I heard, Krav Maga is of the best form of self defence. Could you guys confirm this? |
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Admin Feedback |
No Introduce yourself thread? |
| Hello! I'm new here and was just wondering why there's no intro thread?
I don't want to jump in posting all willy-nilly. |
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Promoting self-defence in Canada |
| What would you do if you were attacked on the street? Give the attacker what they wanted and hope they'll leave you alone? Or do you fight back and make them think twice?
What if someone breaks into your home while you and your family are inside? Surrender your expensive property that you worked hard for and hope they don't harm your family? Or would fight back and let them know what they're doing is wrong?
I would like to promote a non-profit organization called the "Canadian Association for Self Defence". It is pushing for pro-self-defence legislation which include repealing laws against carrying weapons for self-defence, legalization of pepperspray for use on violent attackers, and just overall allowing Canadians to exercise their right to defend themselves and handing out real punishments to violent criminals and repeat-offenders.
Canadian Association for Self Defence
http://www.casd.ca/
Personally, I would like to carry pepperspray and a baton. It's a lot better than having nothing. |
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Where Can I Get Help |
| hey everyone. This really doesn't pertain to self defense on the street but more to sticking up for yourself. The problem is i really can't fight that well and I'm surrounded by people who grew up fighting all the time.
I'm in college now and am forced to deal people who always want to test somebody. Don't get me wrong...people don't pick on me mostly because I'm somewhat of a funny guy and am generally cool with everyone I know. But everyone I know loves to fight/playfight...box...slapbox...just basically fight.
I can tell some people are thinking, "oh...he just wants to learn to fight so he can particapate in that foolishness." No that's not the case...let me give you an example of what I mean.
This one day me and some of my friends were outside. I left them 2 go inside to grab something inside and this one boy who I didn't know at the time came up 2 me and just punched me. This WAS serious. I saw him when he came out but thought nothing of it...I wasn't "Aware" of what was going on which was a mistake on my behalf. Anyway I was able 2 recover rather quickly and was able to get a swing off but was only able to barely catch him in the face cause he ducked and shoved me into the wall screaming, "so you like fuckin my cousin over?" He actually mistook me 4 someone else but it really didn't matter at the time. He caught me in the stomach and again in the face. I didn't know what to do. so I did some kind of kick which knocked him back a little but it didn't give me enough time to do anything else and he went back to swinging at me. All this happened in a matter of about 10 seconds and by this time my friends were able come help me and started beating him up. Many of you could have easily handled yourselves in this situation cause you already know how to fight being martial artists and well...you know what I mean.
Despite all the punches to the face, he only did minor damage which completely healed up in about 4 days. He actually got it a lot worse than i did. But all that made me think..."what if my friends weren't there? What if he caught me while i was going upstairs?" This guy was really angry so i know i would have gotten it real bad if it went down like that.
The real thing is, I'm only a freshman in college so i can't afford to take any self-defense classes and don't have the time to do so because of my studies. My friends tried to help me learn to fight but.....well. They say I'm a little slow with my punches and reflexes which confuses me because I'm somewhat fast. Back in high school i ran a 4.4 in the 40. But
I guess running doesn't help punches. I really need help cause the school has a lot of fights and I generally stay as far away as I can from them. What can I do to help myself? Also what exercises should I do to improve my reflexes and punches cause my friends dont know? |
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Self Defence Books |
| A lot of strategic skills can be taught effectively through books. We can learn concepts for fear management, deterrence, avoidance, target denial, etc. and the nice thing is, you can tell me the name of a book and if I buy it, I'll get the exact same content, even though I live on the other side of the world.
Now I know the google ads are not directly affiliated with SDZ, but there was one link to a site, "OpSecIntel" that advertised a book--apparently self-published--which looks to me like total crap. For instance, it contains the statement:
"A criminals target acquisition, although sometimes based on spontaneity induced through desperation, is often a complex one that needs to be addressed. Criminals are not always the intellectually disabled losers that societal misconceptions have cultivated, nor should they be written off as suffering from a cerebral short form."
(A "cerebral short form"? Societal misconceptions that cultivate intellectually disabled losers? Wow, I have a Masters degree in psychology and I've never heard of these things! Must be super-advanced stuff!)
Advice to Stephan Kurr: Learn to speak English, buddy. If this guy was really in military intelligence and referred to as "one of the best", I wanna stay the heck away from the service branch he was involved in.
Obviously the classic for North Americans is Gavin DeBecker's Gift of Fear. I also enjoyed his book, Protecting the Gift but didn't touch his terrorism stuff because admittedly, I am just not interested in that stuff.
My personal favourite is Strong On Defense by Sanford Strong, and I recomend it to everyone.
I also liked Defensive Living by Bo Hardy.
What are the "must reads" of self-defence in your view? |
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Total Fear |
| I was asked this the other day. What do you absolutely fear the most in terms of self-defense, what you just are terrified at thinking of having to defend against?
Mine would probably be someone coming up to me and just absolutely wanting to kill me, not a robbery or anything of that nature, someone walking up with a knife and wanting me dead. No mercy. It scares me sh**less. Especially when thought of in sudden attack. :o |
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i Need a help in Women Self Defense |
| Hi everybody, i'm new to this forum, iam very much interested in Women Self Defense programs and new information, i have my one site related to women self defense, i like to update my site content, so i requested you people, you can help me, i need a new and latest information about this, i don't want huge content, little bit is enough, but it should be valuable and woth. Hope you people will reply me soon, thank you :) |
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What style of self-defense would be best? |
| I'm not athletic or very flexible, but I'm hoping to learn some self defense. Is there one that will be able to give me some skill in the art, but will not be too demanding in the beginning? I've heard that most forms of self-defense require a minimum level of fitness in the beginning. |
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Kicking men's testicles???? |
| Wat do u girls think abt kicking a man in the balls as self-d? I asked my girl-friends about this and 95% of them said they'll aim for the balls if attacked by a guy. |
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Gang of youths versus you |
| Hi folks. Last night while walking home I was accosted by a group of about 10 teenage boys. As I passed the last one, he sucker-punched me in the groin. Fortunately his punch was weak, his aim was off, and my winter coat blocked most if it. Still, I felt it.
I told him that what he did was stupid, but I walked away from their taunts because I'm not dumb enough to take on a large group of teenage boys. I've had 5 years of Krav Maga training and know enough to know that while I could whip one or two of them, the rest would take me out. Besides, some of them might have been armed.
Fortunately they did not follow me, but if they had attacked, I would have been in a jam. Now I'm thinking about carrying a weapon, and am debating knife versus collapsible steel baton. Does anyone here have an opinion on this?
In retrospect, my mistake was complacency. I should have looked each kid in the eye as I passed him. Better yet -- and I'll do this next time -- if I see a group of black teens headed my way (sorry, but where I live, most violent crime is committed by black teens), I'll cross the street. I'd rather hurt someone's feelings than get hurt myself. |
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Have You... |
| :) I think theres no one on this forum who lives in the uk if there is let me know anyway most of you seem to be in the US so my questions this have any of you ever actually been in a pre-dic-a-ment where you've had to defend yourself or use a defence weopen ? |
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Knife defense |
| It is difficult to disarm an opponent of a knife despite a common belief
to the contrary. A knife is a light and dangerous weapon which can be
wielded rapidly and in successive strikes. Consequently, the essence of
this action is to avoid close contact with the enemy. The action described
below has been tested and proven successful under various circumstances.
You are facing an opponent armed with a knife.
1. Twist your body to the left or to the right, bending in the same
direction. Shift your body weight to one leg, the other bent as high as
possible, ready to deliver a kick.
2. Drive your bent leg into opponent's knee with all the force you can
command. This should succeed in breaking your enemy's leg. The least this action will do is to knock your opponent to the ground, thus granting you an opportunity to proceed to other holds. |
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*Newbie* |
| HI :arrow: I DON'T KNOW AND I DON'T CARE BUT IS THIS FORUM UK I ASK BECAUSE SELF-DEFENCE IN THE UK IS MORE OR LESS IMPOSSIBLE HERE.
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:D YOU WOULD'NT LIKE TO MEET ME IN A DARK ALLY :D |
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June 13th Fight Back Seminar! Tyler TX Real Self Defense |
What is Adrenal Stress Scenerio Training?
In this exciting seminar you will apply Krav Maga techniques full force against an armored assailant in a variety of real world assaults!
The realistic scenarios used in this training method will be designed to elicit an authentic adreaniline rush (whether you’re an experience fighter or a novice) giving you a chance to practice both verbal and physical defenses while feeling the stress, anxiety, and uncertainty that almost always accompany a real encounter.
Train from Licensed Schools Only
To preserve the integrity of the system, Krav Maga is taught only through licensed Krav Maga Training Centers. In the East Texas / Tyler / Longview area, the only Official Krav Maga Training Center is East Texas Krav Maga.
June 13th 11am-1pm
$25 / Person
East Texas Krav Maga
Inside KH Fitness
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Bush and terror |
| I think Bush has done a great job with protecting America. He comes under constant fire for his policies but in the end he has done a great job. |
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British Martial Arts – Quarterstaff, Bartitsu |
| Quarterstaff
This traditional English stick-fighting art uses a weapon known as the “quarterstaff”—a hard, wooden staff that sometimes has a reinforced metal tip. It is possible the name evolved because the primary weapon was a staff and, when fighting, was typically held with the right hand in the middle and the left hand a quarter of the way from the end— hence “quarter staff.” However, a more probable theory is that the name refers to a fight settled without the use of a lethal sword or knife. In medieval English, “quarter”—meaning to give mercy—may have referred to the act of pardoning an opponent by not killing him and using the staff as a response to an insult instead of the deadly sword. Typically made from oak, hazel, or ash, they ranged from 6-9 ft (1.8-2.7 m) in length and would have been employed in swinging, arching actions, and poking thrusts.
Easily adaptable
Training was practical and, once mastered, practitioners could utilize a range of improvised weapons in offense and defense, easily adapting the skills they had learned to help effect victory in battle. Most famously used as the favorite weapon and training method of Little John, one of the followers of the legendary Robin Hood, the art was adapted and taught in the late 1800s at Aldershot Military Training School and continued in the early part of the 20th century, when it was simplified and taught as a sport for instilling confidence into young Boy Scouts in England.
Bartitsu
Bartitsu is an English martial art founded by E. W. Barton-Wright; the name being a mix of his name and jujutsu. Barton-Wright had studied jujutsu in Japan and, on returning to England in 1898, codified the system and described his new science of self-defense in the following manner: “Bartitsu … comprises not only boxing but also the use of the stick, feet, and a tricky style of Japanese wrestling in which weight and strength play only a very minor part.”
Instant attraction
The art quickly caught on for three main reasons: first, there was an increased interest in the Orient; second, at the turn of the century, physical culture had become a popular pastime among many who realized that the Industrial Revolution had led to a decline in the physical health of the sedentary middle and upper classes; and third there was among the popular media a rising interest in street violence. Newspapers of the time noted that stories about violence, wars, and street crime led to an increase in sales figures. The upshot of the glut of stories, though, was a widespread fear that an epidemic of violence was burgeoning on the streets of England.
E. W. Barton-Wright led an interesting and colorful life. Born in 1860 in India to a Scottish mother and a northern-English father, he spent the majority of his youth following his father, a railroad engineer, around the world as he moved from job to job. While in Japan, Barton-Wright studied jujutsu and it is likely he also learned judo from Kano Jigoro—the art’s founder—during his time there, before returning to England and codifying bartitsu in 1898. |
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Florida self defense question? |
| First time poster and here's the deal. My fiances 24yr old son moved in with us a year ago for about a month. Every week he partied and got drunk. One night he called his mom to pick him up at a bar. When he got home he decided he was going to drive compelety drunk. His mom woke me up and asked me to help stop him. I stood behind his vehicle, he got out and blasted me in the face twice. I stood there and stared at him and called the cops at the same time. He was arrested on domestic battery, plead guilty and just got off a year of pre-trial intervention to include anger management and AA. I agreed to the PTI because I thought the kid had some problems and I wanted to see him get help. (history of alcohol abuse) I have a history in boxing and some BJJ, 6'1" 250lb. It took a lot for me to get over being hit in the face without knocking him out. Well I did now he's drinking and starting crap again. He showed up at our business three weeks ago and got into it with one of best employees over nothing. I told him to leave then he started in on me again. Verbally assaulting me in front of customers. He also said he wants to fight me sober now. I said we didn't fight last time you hit me in the head as hard as you could twice and I stared at you, didn't that teach you something. Then he ranted on and on with every cuss word in the book in front my employees and customers before he left. Before you ask my fiance is done with him and stated I will never ask you to be around him again ever. For the last year I tolerated him at family functions and get togethers for the benefit of their family. Thats over now! We will run into each other our town is small. He will never raise a hand to me again and I've had it with his mouth too. If he even puts his hand on me and I react is it considered self defense and do I have to make absolute sure he touches me first? I won't have any weapons involved it will be all hands. |
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5 Primary Targets |
| There are 5 primary targets that should attempt to attack during an assault. What makes them primary targets?
They are primary because a successful attack upon them will almost instantly end the fight- or at least pave the way for further attacks. They are primary because anyone can attack these targets to good affect- you do not have to be a powerhouse or a highly skilled fighter to get good results.
The 5 targets are-
1. The Eyes
2. The Throat
3. The Solarplexus
4. The Groin/Testicles
5. The Knees
It is important to note that no matter what type of "guard" someone utilizes at least 1 of those primary targets is always available. Attack the target that is open and it will pave the way for you to get at the others. |
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Some recommended Martial arts training |
| There are a lot of systems to choose from in the world of martial arts. Many of them claim to be good for self-defense purposes but it is just a few that actually are useful. Your system should contain defense against armed attacks, multiple assailants training, stress training, and include verbal de-escalation, proper mindset, sparring, contact training and it should contain few but good techniques.
Krav Maga: A hardcore military system from Israel. It contains a lot of the above attributes. It's major advantage is the weapon use (replicas) in early stages of the training and that the proper mental mindset is trained from the beginning. The biggest drawback is that it is a bit technique focused at times but scenario training occurs.
Reality based self defense (RBSD): Much but not all of the training is scenario based. Your goal is to solve a mission under the most dangerous of all possible situations.
Sport based systems: Like boxing, Brazilian jiujitsu, shootfighting, judo and thaiboxing. Sport based systems gives you the advantage of being really good fighting unarmed against a single opponent. |
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March 28th Self Defense Seminar in Tyler, Texas |
| On March 28th, Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Phil Cardella, will teach a Self-Defense Seminar in Tyler, Texas.
Phil, an experienced professional Martial Artist, is focused on teaching women how to defend themselves in the event of an attack, and recently taught a Self Defense Seminar in Houston, Texas at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
Click on the following link to see news coverage from this Self Defense Seminar.
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section+news/local&id=6707597
Date: Saturday March 28, 2009
Time: 10:40am-12:40pm
Place: Lone Star Mixed Martial Arts Gym
Cost: $30 for each hour of the seminar
Phil Cardella, a former Marine, owns the Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Austin, Texas, and is the Head Instructor.
Directly following the Self Defense Seminar, Phil will teach a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar from 1-3pm, and then a Mixed Martial Arts Seminar from 3:20-4:20pm. After all 3 Seminars are complete, he will be offering Private & Semi-Private lessons.
Private lessons will be offered at $100 per hour
Semi Private Lessons (2-3 students): $75 each person per hour
Small Group (4-6 students): $50 each each person per hour
Please contact Phil Cardella by email at PhilCardella@Gmail.com OR Management at Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Tyler for more information. http://www.lonestarmmagym.com
(903)-509-1662
To get directions to the Lone Star Mixed Martial Arts Gym, go to
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?address=3508+%23B+Westway+Dr.&zipcode=75703
Bring your girlfriends - we look forward to seeing you in Tyler!
***Please make arrangements for young children*** |
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