SMARTY 2.0 (Pre-Filled)

Good Quality - Filling okay

I like the material, weight, body position and mobility. My Smarty is a little bit too stiff in the hips. Mounting it is pretty hard becaus the legs push from behind in my back and make the space very small. The rest is very good.

All the upper belts at my Academy are impressed

It goes with me to all my classes. We use it to dril, explain technique, and for those who can’t live spar at the end of class can drill the techniques of the day using the SMARTY. Of course, I drill with it at home as well.

My New Fidget Toy

Just as great as I expected it to be. I've only had it for about a week and I've already been able to drill some new moves into my memory by myself at home, instead of waiting until my 2x weekly practices. It feels a little stiff on opening but it will loosen up after a few rolls, and I'm sure even more over time. The only thing I didn't consider is the vinyl material, which is important to keep it clean, can be uncomfortable on bare skin. If you drill no gi, I'd suggest wearing some spatz (or getting some for smarty). Very happy with it, and I can tell I'll be learning at a new pace!