What to use to make a Makiwara

[dek1]

I want to make myself a Makiwara and would like to ask advice on the following
1, what wood do i need to use and if possible the sizes required.
2, what is better to use for the punching section, rope, padding ect.

Thanks in advance for any advice

[simon]

Hi Derek,
I got a makiwara from the states about 15 years ago. Despite near daily bashing its still standing! Quite expensive but the real deal and very good. Made by a Goju guy.
Google "king makiwara board" and you will find them. You will need to give them a call.I highly recomend it.
Otherwise go on youtube,loads of self buid stuff there.
Good to hear a Shotokan Karate ka interested in makiwara.
Good luck with it.
All the best
Simon Bligh

[dek1]

Thanks Simon I will have a look at them

[nathanso]

Rob has a good article on how to build (and use) a makiwara for your yard. If you want a floor-mounted one for indoor use, you can easily found stands sold by various MA suppliers.

[hamhead]

Once you've built it, how about a choice of covers for it here:

www.kuroobiya.com/shop/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=41_50


I am in no way, other than directly related to the owner of the shop.