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Andy
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Hi guys,

I'm wondering if anyone can help?
I start foundation on monday the 19th and I'm having problems with my boots. I've just about broken them in now, but the more I wear them the more my toes seem to be cramped up at the end of the boot even when I'm standing still.
Is this going to create problems for me when I start training, or is this a natural part of the breaking in process? If it's going to cause problems how to I go about getting a new pair? Also is there a general rule with boots i.e they should be at least 1/2 a size bigger?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks guys
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Post by davo141 »

should of broken them in asap really..mine are like loofers other than the weight 8)

plenty of walking round to scran and stuff should sort it, im sure we get issued another pair at ctc staight away so not a good idea breaking in two pairs at once, try them as much as poss. before monday bud!

3 Days!

See you there bud!
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Andy, let them know as soon as you get there, they'll change them for a pair that fit, otherwise you will be crippled.
You should talk to somebody who gives a f**k.
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Post by Andy »

Thanks a lot El Prez I'll definately do that.

3 days!!! All that training and hard work and here it is! I still can't believe it!
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Andy

As the Prez has said. Nay wukking furries. Also you might have grown out of them! Gen Buzz.

My AP boots on joining fitted fine I was 17 and a half years old, but I outgrew them halfway through training. Ditto my DSM boots and shoes. They will sort them out for you mate.

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Post by Gunn »

Does anyone know if i can take my combat assualt boots on PRMC, they fit me perfect and thought maybe i could use them than the ones they issue whilst doing bottom field and assualt course.
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Post by grahamanderson »

Good luck Guys,

Just remember nothing is impossible,

and here is a helpfull hint from the last Ninja Grandmaster of japan Masaaki Hatsumi

SHUT UP and TRAIN!

I think that is pretty good advice

again good luck and best wishes

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That IS good advice. Is Dr. Hatsumi still alive, do you know?
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yes he is still alive.

I should know because i am in japan right now and training with him.

I go home to australia on the 26th of july



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Post by bigbart »

You're really training with Masaaki Hatsumi? Has he told you the story about how he was given his scrolls? When his master had tried striking him down with the sword? I've only ever read about him, but he's an amazing bloke.
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Post by Artist »

I trained with Obuggerit Theirgoesme Yfronts SAN.

Get a farking life. Sorry but it's a total waste of space all this Blackcatting. Join up, pass the course, and, Lo and Behold! Your a Bootneck.

I also have a black belt in Origami! :D :D :D

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yes i have heard the stories etc...

I have been in japan since the 26th of june..

Soke Hatsumi is #$$'(&$%$ Unbeleivable.. its great
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Post by Gunn »

Thats all very nice guys going off topic but can anyone tell me if i can take my boots on PRMC?
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