Ego Combat Journal

EGO COMBAT JOURNAL / AMERICAN FOOTBALL

Shields, dummies and step-over shapes serve different jobs. Start with the drill, then choose the equipment.

A useful equipment set supports the drills your coaching staff actually runs. Before adding another shield or dummy, identify the job it needs to do and the players who will use it.

Different tools for different drills

Hand-held shields, standing dummies and low step-over shapes are not interchangeable. Each presents a different surface or obstacle. Define the intended drill and check the product’s stated use, size and construction rather than choosing on appearance alone.

Think about the whole session

Consider who carries the equipment, how quickly it needs to move between stations and where it will be stored. Handle position and overall dimensions can matter as much in a busy team session as the contact surface itself. Equipment should be manageable for the person holding or moving it.

Match equipment to participants

Junior and adult sessions may need different sizes and handling characteristics. Share the player group and intended training use when asking for a quotation. Do not assume that a heavier product necessarily makes a drill more effective; the coaching plan should determine the specification.

Inspect, clean and store

Before practice, check the outer cover, seams and handles. Follow the product’s instructions for cleaning and storage, and take damaged equipment out of service. Plan practical storage and transport if several coaches or squads share the same set.

Custom equipment for your team

If you want a coordinated set, include quantities, preferred colours and the original logo files in your enquiry. Confirm the agreed product specification and artwork before production. Availability, price and lead time should be established for the particular order.

Contact work requires suitable player protection, qualified coaching and an appropriate progression. Training equipment supports that process; it does not remove the need to manage the drill carefully.

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EGO COMBAT JOURNAL / RUGBY

Choose contact equipment around your players, your drills and the way your coach runs each session.

A tackle shield is a training tool for a particular session, not a substitute for coaching. When choosing equipment, begin with your players and the drills your coaching team intends to run.

Define the purpose of the drill

Contact practice can involve different body positions, movement patterns and levels of intensity. Tell your supplier whether you need a shield for stationary partner work, moving drills or another specific use. Product names alone are not enough to establish whether a shape is right for your session.

Consider the player and the holder

The person holding the shield needs to handle it comfortably as well as present it correctly. Compare dimensions, weight, grip layout and intended user group on the individual product page. Junior and senior equipment should be assessed against the actual participants and the coach’s plan.

Shape and handling matter

Flat, curved and other shaped shields offer different contact surfaces. Look at the complete construction, including handles, seams and the area presented to the player. Choose for a clear training purpose rather than assuming that the largest or heaviest option is automatically the best fit.

Look after shared equipment

Follow the product’s cleaning and storage instructions. Check handles, seams and the cover before sessions and remove damaged equipment from use. Outdoor training also makes it worth planning where wet or dirty equipment will be cleaned and dried after practice.

Build a useful enquiry

Include the age group, approximate number of players, the types of drills and whether the equipment will travel between venues. If you want club colours or branding, send your logo and quantity at the same time so the specification can be discussed as one project.

Contact drills should be organised and supervised by an appropriately qualified coach. The equipment and progression need to suit the participants and session.

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EGO COMBAT JOURNAL / EQUIPMENT GUIDE

Training style, space and installation: the questions worth answering before choosing your next bag.

The right punching bag starts with a clear training brief. Rather than choosing by appearance alone, think about the techniques you want to practise, the available space and how the bag will be installed.

Match the bag to your training

Boxing sessions, kickboxing rounds and mixed striking place different demands on the usable striking area. Consider the heights you need to reach and whether the bag will be shared by athletes of different sizes. Check the dimensions and intended use of the individual model before ordering.

Hanging or freestanding?

A hanging bag needs a suitable structural mounting point and room to move. A freestanding model avoids the need for an overhead suspension, but its base still needs floor space and suitable access for delivery. Think about the whole training area, including circulation around the equipment, rather than only the bag’s footprint.

Read the specification carefully

Compare the listed dimensions, weight, filling, outer material and included accessories. Do not assume that a wall or ceiling bracket is included simply because chains are shown in a photograph. If anything is unclear, ask before ordering. Installation must be appropriate for the product and the building; use the manufacturer’s instructions and suitable professional assistance where necessary.

Plan delivery and everyday care

Check doors, stairs and the route into the gym. Large filled bags may require handling equipment or an agreed delivery arrangement. For everyday use, follow the care instructions, inspect the outer cover and suspension regularly, and stop using equipment if damage affects its condition.

Your checklist

• Which techniques and users will the bag serve?
• How much clear training space is available?
• Is the mounting or floor arrangement suitable?
• What is included, and can the bag reach its final position?

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EGO COMBAT JOURNAL / INSIDE OUR WORKSHOP

From your first idea to club colours and a finished punching bag. A practical introduction to custom production.

A punching bag can be part of your club’s identity as well as its daily training equipment. At Ego Combat, custom production starts with the way you train, the space you have and the design you want to bring into your gym.

Start with the training brief

Tell us whether the bag will mainly be used for boxing, mixed striking or a combination of punches and kicks. Include the available space, the type of installation you are considering and how intensively the equipment will be used. A photograph of the training area can help us understand the project.

Choose the look with your club in mind

Send your preferred colours and the logo you would like to use. Keep important lettering clear and avoid placing fine details where they will be difficult to read on a curved surface. If you have a vector version of your logo, include it with your enquiry; otherwise send the clearest original file available.

Review the design before production

The product, colours, logo placement and scope of the work should be agreed before the order goes into production. Custom equipment is available from one piece. The final quotation and production timing depend on the specific product and design, so include the quantity and any target date in your initial message.

What to include in your enquiry

• The type of bag or equipment you need.
• Quantity, colour preferences and your logo file.
• Your training use and any space restrictions.
• The delivery destination and any required date.

We manufacture in our own workshop in the Czech Republic. The aim is straightforward: equipment that works for your training and looks at home in your club.

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