@Udo Reulbach what is the coolest thing you have learned so far? Have you made a decision on a bata yet?

@Udo Reulbach gotcha. Once you have an actual bata in your hand it will be a great deal more manageable. Probably somewhere more like a hanbo/tanjo.

@Udo Reulbach I actually went with Liam's classic/O'Caidhla style stick. I was really interested more in the aesthetic of the stick versus it's use as a fighting implement. It is great as a solo practice tool and would work in a pinch to crack a head (I would suppose). I also did not opt for the lead loaded stick as I was trying to be cost prohibitive. He breaks down the lengths for size as well. Typically, around a 34 - 36 inch stick should work if you are a 5'8" - 6' tall person. I know I have seen some online videos with some real specific breakdowns on how to size a stick. I am not sold on the hardline necessity of it. McCaffrey Crafts and Declan Casey may also be options for you as well. I have never held any of their sticks but the sticks I have seen by Mr. Casey are simply gorgeous. I would suggest getting yourself a beauty for solo training and a nice bata trainer for contact or bag work. Those are all my opinions, I would defer to any of the more experienced practitioners here amongst the group.

I love both of these sticks. One was made by a maker here in the US and the other was from Liam. They are both great training tools. They have different feel, different characteristics and respond differently in the hand.

So much great material. Loving the flow drills. Great way to put the material together for solo practitioners.

@Udo Reulbach That is awesome! You will love the material!