What can I get to protect my home?

I don’t think I’m allowed a gun because of past mental issues. Even tho I am much better. I know people around me would not want me to get a gun. However some old man was in my yard talking to himself pushing neighbors fence and trying to climb a tree then proceeded to try to open my front door and back door. Took of his shirt and stayed talking to himself. I called the cops and it was a hour wait for them to come home by then he was gone from the area and went to next road (told cops they didn’t even look there). Then 15 min later I saw him called cops again. Well the cops had already left so it’s another hour wait for them to come check the area. Ngl that scared the crap out of me. More so that it took the cops that long. I didn’t even want to stay home tonight. I know maybe the guy was just a crazy old man but it was the idea of how long the cops took. What can I do to protect myself ? I’m going to be getting security camera. I have a husky that serves as an alarm system. Is there any “weapon” that can protect me? I saw byrna but I’ve head mixed reviews.

Submitted May 01, 2024 at 12:08AM by Spookaholic14 https://ift.tt/oxnpeEb

advice for boarding school?

hey, 16f going to boarding school next year. it's known to have SA cases (especially at night) and the campus is not big. decent security, like curfews and IDs to open doors and such, but i'm very concerned. school does not handle assault cases well and there isn't a lot of publicity about it. last year there was a case apparently and the school didn't punish the person who did it.
i can't find the rules but i'm certain you can bring small knives. there is a size limit though.

any suggestions? i'm very weak and have horrible stamina. thinking of bringing pepper spray and stuff but is there anything i could do to defend myself or train that doesn't involve heavy time commitment or weapons? all i know is to go for the eyes but i don't think that will be enough, esp because like i said i'm not strong.

i do understand that most situations such as these can be avoided by just being careful or hanging around large groups/friends but for the rare exception i would like to be prepared.

sorry if this isn't the right place to go to, i wasn't sure where else to ask :(

Submitted April 30, 2024 at 11:30PM by wind-fl0wer https://ift.tt/U2FBJbO

Should I still get into MMA/Self defense?

I’m a 17 year old boy with a disability. I have cerebral palsy, meaning I do have some mobility issues, which is why I walk with a Posterior Walker. I’ve been in a few fights, lost some, won some. I’ve been contemplating learning self defense. I’m really really interested in it, but I also realise that it might be a less sensible option for a hobby for someone like me to get into. The thing is that i don’t struggle with things like punches or physical strength in general. All I struggle with is balance, and staying on my feet.

Should I still try? Or am I just wasting my time?

Honest advice is appreciated, and DMs are open. Thanks in advance.

Submitted April 30, 2024 at 07:13AM by National_Town7904 https://ift.tt/mMnE4zf

Self defense class for teen girls in Philly burbs?

I have three teen girls from 15 to 18 and I want them to learn basic self defense. They don’t have to win a MMA cage fight. I just want them to be able to incapacitate an assailant and run away. Any good courses for something like around the Philly suburbs. Specifically the bucks county area?

Submitted April 29, 2024 at 07:27PM by tiredagain11 https://ift.tt/1MgRsfy

Knife safety tips

I’m not a man who picks fights or really gets into fights but there have been times I’ve gotten scared for my safety and my friends so when would you all recommend the use of a knife

Submitted April 29, 2024 at 05:43PM by Jesters_remorse https://ift.tt/RzqnIEK

how to defend against crack heads pitbull

tonight walking home a crackheads Pitbull didnt like the sound my backpack was making I think and it started charging at me luckily I just froze in place and didnt act erratic so the dog lost confidence and then meth head called her dog back but is there anything i can do other than choking the dog and being calm if i get attacked

Submitted April 29, 2024 at 04:01AM by fdfgddwad https://ift.tt/D6QumRS

What do you think?

I'm growing out my hair to make a bun. My dad tells me to get a haircut because he fears I might get into a street fight one day, and he says long hair is a weak point. I know he's right for sure, but I feel like he's a bit coward if he always thinks like this. Like, why should I get a haircut because of freaking street fights? Like, fuck everyone and fuck anyone; I don't fear anyone, fight is fight.

When he was as young as me, he was a naughty athlete boy tho

Submitted April 28, 2024 at 03:54PM by AshamedMulberry2608 https://ift.tt/LkHFUpa

Any way to train basic fighting w/out instructors

My parents have been more and more hostile,especially my dad and the fact that he stopped smoking is probably a reason for that too. He attacked my mom about a month ago and I had to step in and stop it. But I know damn well I wouldn’t stand a chance if he actually were to throw a punch. I’m on edge everyday around him and even stay close to my mom when they are arguing just in case. (he threw a table at her when I was 7,and left her on the side of a road when I was 13. This is not new btw) I want to know how to get better at fighting or atleast not be shaky and seem confident. I do know how to throw a punch and I have a bit of expirience,but with people same age as me and same type of body. He is ~90kg,pretty fat,but has a lot of arm strenght,not too much back strengh I think tho. I can give a better description if needed.

TL;DR:My dad is attacking my mom a lot and I want to be able to fight him if needed.

Submitted April 27, 2024 at 01:10PM by M1KK1_ https://ift.tt/wNsLdCt

Looking for a stun wand to protect my aging dog

Hi! My dog (Apollo, a Husky) has been a target of off-leash dog attacks all his life; I don't know what it is but other dogs go out of their way to attack him. He has always defended himself well and only gotten a minor injury once. But now he's getting older (12) and I want to protect him from other dogs. (He just got attacked by two German Shepards a few weeks ago, and there's only so much stomping, yelling and kicking I can do.) I'm ready to buy a stun wand or pen that will stop BUT NOT KILL another large dog. Does anyone have any suggestions? Amazon doesn't seem to show the voltage and I wouldn't know what a good voltage would be anyway...

Submitted April 27, 2024 at 10:52AM by paintedfantasyminis https://ift.tt/pymjRb8

Best non-lethal companion for pepper spray?

So there is a good bit of violent crime in my area. Mostly robberies and such. If someone points a gun at me I'm just going to give them my shit, full stop. If there is no gun and its just some crackhead or something though, I've got pepper spray. Recently, I've been trying to think of an additional line of non-lethal defense.

I take a lot of night walks in this area to walk my wife home from work. I was thinking about a high powered flashlight with a strike bezel if someone gets close enough. Not really sure that's a great option though. I'm not confident that I'd win a knife fight, and I don't want to carry a firearm. I live in Minnesota, and I can't just whack somebody with a Glock like I could in, say, Texas. What other self defense items should I look into?

Submitted April 27, 2024 at 04:29AM by yall_too_boujee https://ift.tt/6xq9Vms

small/comfortable pocket knife for self defense?

I’d like to buy a small (comfortable to wear) pocket knife for self defense needs. Suggestions?

I’d like it to be small and comfy. Just something better than my hands in an emergency if I needed to protect my family.

Submitted April 26, 2024 at 04:45AM by Atlantic0ne https://ift.tt/hQ6c9dj

Got attacked by dogs. Ways to prevent this?

Out for a walk at my apartment, had my AirPods in, totally unprepared. Never had this happen before. 2-3 medium size unleashed dogs circled me and attacked me. I tried to keep walking and ignore them. Didn’t work, they started biting and I ran. Thankfully made it back to my door and went inside.

What is the best way to prevent this? Obviously owners should use leases. What’s the best way to scare vicious dogs away? I have a walking stick but that’s not practical for every situation.

Submitted April 24, 2024 at 08:44PM by DarkWolf6901 https://ift.tt/1CjYF6o

Going to Vegas

Going to Vegas, but I'm not going un protected, need a wearable baton. The Internet sucks for a simple solution, I'd prefer none lethal, not saying I want the chance to go full throttle on someone who threatens me or my girl but I'm not going to be empty handed

Submitted April 22, 2024 at 09:49PM by asdf4g1981 https://ift.tt/3IHA1h6

Can anyone recommend me a good pepper spray

For both animals and people.

Submitted April 22, 2024 at 01:27AM by jyggalags https://ift.tt/2wakpdy

Allow self defense in US schools petition

https://chng.it/SXGRbcLnH9

Submitted April 21, 2024 at 07:05PM by Nativemobboss https://ift.tt/iGZapmh

best martial art for self defense

18 years old 1-1 record in fights both by KO. Both times I was just throwing fists and hoping for the best. What form of martial arts will help me the most in a street fight?

Submitted April 21, 2024 at 12:40PM by TankSinatra4 https://ift.tt/sf5epdc

hammer vs knife

what u reckon is winning in a fight (if both people are of equal fighting abilities)

Submitted April 20, 2024 at 11:42AM by -p3aK- https://ift.tt/vMteorS

I'm going to get jumped in school.

Backstory.
Got framed that supposedly I cussed out someone. He confronted me, punched me and I pushed him. Now him, his older brother and at least 30 teenagers, of which most may have knives (This might be racist but from my personal experience, almost every teenager their nationality has knives in my country and make problems for no reason). What the fuck do I do? I'm honestly on the verge of exploding myself and killing them in the middle of classes.

Submitted April 20, 2024 at 06:53AM by Snickersnook https://ift.tt/eamJpEA

How defend myself in this situation (in Canada)

https://youtu.be/TcxsUinouLg?si=MceKHPFif0tDTSCq

Submitted April 19, 2024 at 09:08PM by civildrivel https://ift.tt/eLnbulE

Sabre Gel Testing

A few years ago I had an individual attempt to attack me in a parking lot. I’m ok and since have brushed it off since it was assumed the guy was on drugs or drunk. I since have been carrying Sabre Gel on me since it doesn’t have a strong blow back, is sticky, and contains a UV dye for suspect identification. I have been told that I need to test spray it (which I have), and if I haven’t been sprayed with it before to see how I react should not be carrying it. Problem is I am a student pilot, I value my vision a lot and last thing I need to have is damage to my eyes from testing out if my pepper gel hurts me. What are your thoughts on this? I specifically bought the gel since it doesn’t have a strong blowback. Thanks!

Submitted April 19, 2024 at 05:49PM by FLYBOY2900 https://ift.tt/XDnLotf

Are Stinger whips ok to carry in public?

I am a 26Y Female who carries mace with me at all times. However I’ve recently heard about the stinger whip and wanted to make sure I’m educated on carrying it additionally to my mace. I mainly walk my dog and although I carry my mace I wonder if it could potentially get on my dog in case of an emergency. Which is why I have been gravitating on carrying a stinger whip. I’ve heard lots of great things and thought this is a great for my lifestyle.

I was thinking of potentially connecting it to my dog walk bag - but I don’t want to be irresponsible in carrying a self defense tool.

I’m trying to educate myself on this tool and thought this would be the group to reach out to!

Thank you!

For reference I live in California

Submitted April 19, 2024 at 01:42PM by Booboodeedoop https://ift.tt/RK5VWhe

Best pepper spray? Needs to be fail-proof for wife

Hello. My wife just started a new job, and she gets off work when it's dark. She has to walk a few city streets to the parking lot, and the location isn't the safest. There is a high chance she will be robbed or attacked at least once in the next 10 years. (I work for the same company, but in a different area, and there are often safety emails about robberies of employees in her work area.)

I want to buy her a pepper spray that works without fail and won't leak. I'm thinking aerosol makes more sense than gel so her aim does not need to be precise. I've been checking out this subreddit and see recommendations for Fox, Police Magnum, Sabre, and a few other brands, but can't figure out which brand, model, and size to buy. Price does not matter - I'll happily pay to keep her safer. Thank you.

Submitted April 18, 2024 at 07:23PM by FriendsCanKnowThis1 https://ift.tt/zJWRscw

Wrestling with friends - tips?

So my friends and I will be wrestling against each other tomorrow for fun. I’m usually picked on for being the shortest one in the group and this will be a good opportunity to prove them wrong. They all have no wrestling knowledge so their only advantage on me is a few inches of height. I played kick boxing and karate growing up but i have no wrestling experience. What are some last minute tips I could use? Thanks!!

No punching involved. Just seeing who can take the other person down quicker and I think make them tap out.

Submitted April 17, 2024 at 06:19PM by thebitcoinboyy https://ift.tt/eoDqNj5

Sick and Tired of being afraid all the time.

I'm a 40 yo male, married with father of two children and to be honest I'm just so sick and tired of being afraid all the time whenever I go outside. It's ridiculous. I hear people shouting or cursing and my heartrate immediately goes up, I withdraw and make myself small. I never make eye contact, I always try to avoid any confrontation. I fcking hate it. Now that I am a father I despise myself because I am worried I won't be able to defend my children or my wife if necessary. I've even noticed I start hushing my son (7 yo) in public if I feel anyone might take offense if he says something confrontational (mainly if we're at a sports match surrounded by fans of team A and he starts cheering for team B).

It's also quite ironic that I'm such a coward because I live in Eastern Europe and violent crime is extremely rare. I've never even seen a gun or a knife in my life, the only violence I'm likely to encounter is road rage, hooligans or muggings. But I'm just so scared of getting beat up, it's depressing for me and (if they would ever find out) those around me.

I've done some Krav Maga for few months couple years ago but did not got the feeling I was getting more confident and I was actually more worried about the focus on lethal moves we were learning (throat punches etc), then covid hit and I did not resume it afterwards. I'm thinking to pick up kickboxing or something in the near future, but to be honest the most important part is getting over the crippling fear which can't be dealt with by kickboxing alone I presume.

Honestly not sure if I'm in the right sub for this, but maybe anyone has experience with such feelings and advice on how to improve?

Submitted April 17, 2024 at 03:31PM by Lonely_Revolution_71 https://ift.tt/oDbw0p9

Best protection for self defense on a dog walk?

Hello, not sure if this is the correct sub for this but,

My neighborhood is pretty peaceful....EXCEPT this one house a couple houses down. They own of course, a pitbull that occasionally gets out. I have been attacked by pits before, and until a person experiences the same, they just don't understand the fear that this dog can instill.

Yesterday, I was out front jumping rope when this dog got out. It immediately sprinted toward me from its house down and across the street. I dropped my jump rope and ran inside, but it really made me stop and think, "What if I wasn't right by my house? What if I was walking my own dog and was passing by this house, how would I protect my dog or my wife?"

I went out and bought pepper spray to keep with me but read that it's a crap chute on whether it would actually repel the dog or not. I am looking for something to stop the dog before it can even get close if this were to happen again. I could carry my rake with me, and just start swinging as the dog approaches, but I'd look so dumb carrying a rake with me every time I walk my dog. Is there anything more appropriate? I also don't want to HAVE to carry a pistol with me every time I walk my dog. I live in Texas, so there are no requirements and would be easy to do so, but don't want it to get that far.

I've read an umbrella helps? I don't see this helping. Any advice is appreciated. I would like to eliminate the threat before it can even reach me or my dog.

Submitted April 16, 2024 at 03:50PM by Pristine-Medium549 https://ift.tt/ayUeH6m

Threats to staff

Hi folks, I work in health care and have direct threats from patients in relation to “smashing me up” at times I do me best to deescalate the situation but am in a location with active gang activity and can feel unsafe. There are times I try to De escalate the situation but tonight a patient was nose to nose with me to Smash me up and feel at risk and the need to be able to defend myself. I have interests in home made weapons and self defence techniques and would love to hear your own thoughts or experiences when direct threats have been made to you and the actions you recommend. Much respect and thanks in advance m.

Submitted April 16, 2024 at 02:15PM by Brujeria77 https://ift.tt/1c6R7FH

Is Wrestling or BJJ better for street fights?

I feel like if you’re smaller then BJJ would be more effective for holds and things against bigger people but wrestling would be better if you’re stronger since it’s more brute strength to its techniques. I’m trying to decide which to pair with boxing.

Submitted April 15, 2024 at 01:58PM by TJzWay https://ift.tt/2JuAhTE

Self defense...

Learn how to fight and defend yourself. You can learn how to box and defend yourself by training anywhere. Know how to win and think things through to the end. Don't even take little crap from no one and underhanded tactics. Defend yourself right away in the moment. Strategy is knowing how to win. Know your enemy inside out and yourslef and how to win. Master strategy, hand to hand combat, and weapons combat in attack and defence. Read art of war by sun tzu and play chess

Submitted April 15, 2024 at 04:35AM by Visible-Idea-1871 https://ift.tt/8iLC0k9

Problem with neighbor

I have a male neighbor who is extremely abusive to his wife and children.

I literally have the urge to go and beat him till he learns his lesson. I don’t like it when men abuse women in any way. He forces her to have (you know what) and I tried to get the police involved but they said they have no proof of anything. I tell them check the DNA

I don’t know how much longer till I go over to their house and knock him out. Please give me advice

Submitted April 14, 2024 at 09:36PM by Legitimate_Lunch1913 https://ift.tt/fcg0JGd

Gonna be entering a car with my abusive father

He got a restraining order against his other kids and lost custody of me when he almost killed me as an infant (doctors said it was a miracle I survived without brain damage) and if I were to bet I'd say there's about a 5-10% chance he just shoots me and possibly himself when we meet. Y'all got any tips, even for general awareness? Thanks :)

Submitted April 14, 2024 at 06:51PM by Yvelstro https://ift.tt/o0a4YSf

Can anyone recommend a good self defense knife?

Self defense or survival knife is what I wanted to put in the title but there's a word limit. Anyone have any recommendations?

Submitted April 13, 2024 at 09:50PM by Wantons124 https://ift.tt/i7dC1VM

How important is weight in a fight?

This is a bit of a long post. What I’m really asking is how important is it if it’s fat vs muscle? And where is the cut off of weight being an advantage and turning into a disadvantage?

I’ve always been confused on this because if weight was so important then you would just see 300 pound guys running the UFC and boxing. The heavier you get, the less it seems to matter. Like 120 pound guy vs 160 pound guy seems way worse than a 160 pound guy vs a 200 pound guy. Then 200 pounds vs 240 pounds.

Is there some weight threshold you hit to where you can defend yourself against any other size person? Does a 160 pound in shape guy who works out have a better chance than a 200 pound out of shape guy? Does being a boxer or wrestler even the odds of the weight disadvantage?

Submitted April 12, 2024 at 04:56PM by TJzWay https://ift.tt/sTU3uif

refused to fight a girl

I clocked out then locked the electrical room on the side of the building I worked at

transients on the floor outside the door

ignored her

went to the parking structure to lock the guard door

went into my car, saw in the rear view the same transient walking to my door with a 20lb dumbell

just locked it, reported to non emergency so I could leave

she then spits on my car and opens the door while on the phone

apparently didn't lock it

she puts her hand on my left wrist with the dumbbell on her right

I described over the phone what this person is doing and if I can do something about it,

non emergency asked why I opened the door, I replied they opened it, also stating that I have to push her to close the door

then asked again if I could do something about it

I said that impulsively

I got the okay (although having doubt taking the word of the police)

thought either to grab the wrist with the dumbbell or just double kick (push) her off because my car is lowered and there's not much momentum I have to get up without her benefit to react

I hesitated

I didn't want to look back and say I hit a girl

sorry, I'm all for equality but either/or it's embarrassing and a moral thing in this instance because her eyes were dilated and she didn't sound sane with other things they had been shouting out

I may have thrown that out the window if hit by the dumbbell, at that point it is slightly dire? I've had my mind changed before with immediate necessity

throughout I kind of felt that she wasn't going to do anything because she would've already done it after standing there for that long

I grabbed her wrist then leaned out as if getting out of the car with my right elbow on her mid til I stood up

then she walked away while cussing and stood around and kept going back to the car but I locked it then finished the call and drove away

don't really have an ego after losing so many people

and with a combination of some insight and having my spirit broken I just don't have that fight in me anymore, I just don't care

...and her breath kind of smelled like dick, I didn't really want to touch her, I have a germ thing

but this was a first and wanted to talk about it thats all

Submitted April 12, 2024 at 03:06AM by Prize-Knowledge56 https://ift.tt/le8kG0S

Expandable baton

https://ift.tt/Ho3BUSx

Submitted April 11, 2024 at 06:52PM by DamiBFryta https://ift.tt/awXSDrU

My brother who is on steroids keeps threatening

I live with my brother who begged me to come here so we could join a Union and go on the road together. We were separated as kids due to parents dying. He is way bigger and stronger than me. Does roids and such. He keeps threatening to fight me over crazy small things. I had options before moving here but now I’m stuck bc we spent money on tools. I’m not sure if he can beat me up because I have a history in muy thai and vik. I’m not super good but I know my way around a fight. I’m worried that if I win it will turn into something else. It’s his place we are at and idk if he is messed up enough to attack me, get his ass whipped and then kick me out. Rather than just accept it. I am 3 years older but much smaller. My plan is to keep him at a distance with front kicks. Slip and go for a knock out if he makes a move. The problem is he’s so big that if he doesn’t go down I’ll have to do everything in my power to beat the living fuck out of him until he subsides bc if he gets the upper hand I’m fucked. What would y’all do in this situation? I don’t want to fight him at all. Idk if the roids make him like this or what.

Submitted April 10, 2024 at 09:18PM by Low-School-1829 https://ift.tt/jVawAX5

Random thoughts

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Submitted April 10, 2024 at 07:30PM by CrazyQuebecois https://ift.tt/xZIUb3X

tryna learn grappling and ground

I want to learn grappling and ground game but in mma style/self defense style. What are some good resources? youtube channels, websites, books, etc all appreciated.

Submitted April 10, 2024 at 02:42PM by aye600 https://ift.tt/IqeSUA9

Neighbor doesn't want a gun, wants non-lethal

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Submitted April 09, 2024 at 01:46PM by PerpetualConnection https://ift.tt/3dlRebO

Should I buy this? Advice/Opinions

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Submitted April 09, 2024 at 10:14AM by ElbairavtnednepedniA https://ift.tt/cWlJ5yn

How to not get leg-sweeped?

I remember once losing a fight solely because of it. I got sweeped and was on the ground. How can i make sure this never happens again?

Submitted April 09, 2024 at 05:27AM by Valuable-Citron-7019 https://ift.tt/uvktCpr

Is there a better article or video on this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KO3vabq95sc&pp=ygUmSG93IHRvIFByb3RlY3QgWW91cnNlbGYgZnJvbSBhIFN0YWxrZXI%3D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToEGzlSD4SU&pp=ygUmSG93IHRvIFByb3RlY3QgWW91cnNlbGYgZnJvbSBhIFN0YWxrZXI%3D

Submitted April 08, 2024 at 04:57PM by This_Caterpillar_330 https://ift.tt/Ob95TEz

How do you recommend keeping someone at a distance

I purchased pepper spray recently and have been considering how to keep someone at a distance while they're not technically threatening you but still acting aggressively.

For example if someone is yelling at you and clearly angry, often they will try to intimidate you by moving closer but you can't pepper spray someone just because they're yelling at you. My question is how do you keep atleast a few feet of distance from an aggressive person without escalating by telling them to stay back? (I know it isn't technically escalating to ask someone to step back, but I worry there's a fair chance it will be taken as a challenge)

Submitted April 07, 2024 at 07:14PM by WizardlyJuice https://ift.tt/AKuVQOj

Totally opinionated home/self defense gun help

I have a unique topic that I would love peoples insight on. I want a gun. Don’t we all. I currently own a rifle for deer, a 12 gauge for birds, and a smith model 60 no dash for home/self defense. I want to replace the smith.

It’s a fantastic gun that I could go on and on how much I love it. However I want something that is more capable. Higher capacity, quicker reloads, more accurate. I can shoot my snubby on a paper plate at 20 yards, but I want to be able to shoot at farther ranges with this gun, for fun, practice, and in a SHTF (shit hit the fan) situation.

I do not plan to CCW a gun on my body. Even my smith is too big for me to carry on me. No gun will be small enough. So instead I envision carrying a firearm in my backpack. I carry a backpack everywhere I go, and this would allow me to greatly increase the size and weight of the gun. As long as it can fit into a backpack, size is not an issue. Weight is also 0 issue to me.

Not only will this gun serve that purpose, but it will also be my bedside gun for home defense, as well as my woods gun. Also, I want a firearm that will last forever. I only want one gun to serve its purpose; I don’t need more than one of the same type of gun.

I am interested in discussing with anyone about the gun I plan to get currently, as well as alternatives I’ve thought of. As well as look for people’s general advice.

My main option right now is an FN FNX45 tactical. I like its capacity, threaded barrel, long barrel, and it looks hot….

Other options I’ve considered is an FN Five Seven. I like the idea of using 5.7 for longer range pistol practice. Also I’ve thought of a PCC like a micro CZ Scorpion.

I am open to hear everyone’s opinions and thoughts, but at the same time I want to preface that I recognize that I have goofy requirements for myself set, and am picking very unique guns.

Submitted April 07, 2024 at 04:52PM by ElbairavtnednepedniA https://ift.tt/9NIOmu4

Recommended Self Defense

In college and have been weightlifting consistently for a little over a year. I think it would be fun and beneficial to learn a martial art or boxing. Height/weight wise im an average guy, a little under 6ft floating around 205lbs. What would you guys recommend I begin with? I’ve thought a lot about boxing and bjj. It may sound dumb but I want to be safe but also lethal if I’m put in that kind of situation.

Submitted April 06, 2024 at 07:40PM by scarycommercial01 https://ift.tt/sSkn6GM

Baton length guidelines?

I want to get a couple of extendable batons for me and my girlfriend. I didn't know they are made in different lengths. Is there any logic for which length baton is right for which person? Related to height or arm size or something? Or is it just personal preference?

Submitted April 04, 2024 at 11:19PM by JustLookingUp https://ift.tt/PMTkoqZ

Best Pepper Spray Storage Method for Hot Car?

I already know this obvious answer is “Don’t”, but I wanna see if I can find more creative solutions for storing a Sabre Gel Pepper Spray in my hot car, while still maintaining relatively easily access. It gets up to 80-90 degrees in the area I’m in so luckily not absurd temperatures, but still hot enough to risk damaging a pressurized can.

While catestrophic explosive failure is a possibility, the more likely scenario is a leak or spray, and my current solution is a simple ziplock bag in the overhead visor away from the direct sun. I’ve seen alot of conflicting posts about some people storing one for years in the sidedoor and having no problems, and others failing and making their car uninhabitable. One thing I’ve considered is that my glovebox or covered center console is sometimes significantly cooler than the rest of the car and could be a potential storage area. Other suggestions I’ve seen online is an insulated container such as a thermal lunch box, however this detracts from the accessibility. Ideally I would want a non-pressurized version such as the Kimber Pepper Blaster, but unfortunately that can’t be shipped to my state. I’ve tried to search for other non pressurized options such as manual squirt bottle, but those don’t quite exist (probably because they’re impractical.)

[TLDR] Theres always going to be some degree of risk when choosing to store it in the car. However, aside from simply taking it out, are there any creative solutions or cautionary measures you can suggest to decrease the risk or do damage control for a can of car gel pepper spray?

Submitted April 04, 2024 at 09:25PM by Crowboy_Live https://ift.tt/hXV1ITJ

Self defense while you are falling on ground

https://youtu.be/NHGSFjOxJGo

Submitted April 04, 2024 at 06:02PM by azizsyr https://ift.tt/0lLxqu5