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What are your hobbies outside of BJJ?
6 year(s) ago • 34459 views • 195 replies
HSBrown beltVerified
6 year(s) ago
What are your hobbies outside BJJ. I personally have gone back and forth throughout my life with 2 main hobbies. Hunting and Rock Crawling offroad. I go through cycles with each. I am currently in a hunting cycle, and have been honing my craft at hunting over the last 5 years or so. I am finally getting better at hunting and have enjoyed some success over the last few years, and put some great high quality meat in the freezer.
HBBlack belt 3rd degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Avid gamer, enjoy figuring out how to build things on my own. Built my PC, bartop arcade cabinet, and AR-15 all from scratch.
Also love riding, have a 2016 harley VRod and love it.
Also love riding, have a 2016 harley VRod and love it.
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I like going to the range with my buddies or my sons and target practice. Other than that I just enjoy working out with my sons.
WMBlack belt 5th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
My wife's belly got big, and on two separate occasions, a boy child popped out of her.
She says they are mine, but we never took a paternity test.
They eat most of the food in the house.
I spend most of my time earning money to replace the food they eat,
and then spending my remaining time and money on them in one fashion or another.
I also train a bit of Judo, Wrestling, and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu as exercise, and teach / coach a bit as a form of community service to pay it forward.
She says they are mine, but we never took a paternity test.
They eat most of the food in the house.
I spend most of my time earning money to replace the food they eat,
and then spending my remaining time and money on them in one fashion or another.
I also train a bit of Judo, Wrestling, and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu as exercise, and teach / coach a bit as a form of community service to pay it forward.
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PEBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Backpacking in remote Alaskan wilderness
DP
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MMBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Lots of cool and interesting hobbies here!
Over the years I have been into drawing and sketching. I have trained extensively in other martial arts as well since childhood, including karate, and dabbled in kali and boxing.
A couple years ago I picked up a guitar, just to see if I liked it, and true to form, became obsessed and now play rhythm in a band which rehearses weekly (my first gig will be in a couple months).
As an aside, I started BJJ in much the same way: decided to supplement my striking training with “just a summer’s worth” of BJJ. And now here I am, doing BJJ exclusively. I kind of dive deep into things when I take the plunge.
Over the years I have been into drawing and sketching. I have trained extensively in other martial arts as well since childhood, including karate, and dabbled in kali and boxing.
A couple years ago I picked up a guitar, just to see if I liked it, and true to form, became obsessed and now play rhythm in a band which rehearses weekly (my first gig will be in a couple months).
As an aside, I started BJJ in much the same way: decided to supplement my striking training with “just a summer’s worth” of BJJ. And now here I am, doing BJJ exclusively. I kind of dive deep into things when I take the plunge.
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SJBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Main ones other than BJJ for me are DnD (I run a big online group now, thanks to meeting loads of other fellow geeky people at Globetrotter Camps, there are around 60 of us and we play twice a week. We also regularly play at camp: https://www.instagram.com[...]tterslive/ ), art (I love going to galleries: https://www.instagram.com[...]eyartpost/ , sadly I can't draw or paint myself though I've tried a few courses) and the usual stuff people say (i.e., TV, music, film, travel, etc).
JGPurple beltVerified
6 year(s) ago
Judo, gaming, gadgetry, sauna sessions, and food experiences, especially those that are enhanced by beer consumption.
I used to be in some pretty massive clans for PS3 shooters like MAG and Dust 514, which was a game set in the Eve Online universe. Dust 514 was made by the Icelandic video game company CCP. I became a community leader of sorts for that game, which led to me becoming a pro bono player-consultant for CCP for a period of about a year. I even traveled to Iceland for their annual fan convention, where I got to meet and party with the developers. Good times.
I used to be in some pretty massive clans for PS3 shooters like MAG and Dust 514, which was a game set in the Eve Online universe. Dust 514 was made by the Icelandic video game company CCP. I became a community leader of sorts for that game, which led to me becoming a pro bono player-consultant for CCP for a period of about a year. I even traveled to Iceland for their annual fan convention, where I got to meet and party with the developers. Good times.
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I collect Dr Marten and Solovair Boots.
I enjoy polishing them as a form of relaxation.
I enjoy polishing them as a form of relaxation.
MSBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I'm a martial artist and and artist I love jiu jitsu and painting I like from time to time FPS games like q3a ,CS, etc.
MCBlue beltVerified
SJBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I collect Dr Marten and Solovair Boots. I enjoy polishing them as a form of relaxation.
Cool, any pics? Those two companies both have a long history, so I imagine there is quite a lot of choice. I have a pair of DM lifetime guarantee boots, served me well for the last few years.
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
No pics here at work.. I have about 20 maybe more pairs of boots varying in colours, styles and lace holes from 8 - 14 hole.
No lifetime guarantee ones but most of them are Made in England. All my Solovairs are made in England.
It's like my OCD is buying boots. haha
No lifetime guarantee ones but most of them are Made in England. All my Solovairs are made in England.
It's like my OCD is buying boots. haha
SJBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Nice! Any particularly old ones?
These are mine. Naturally I've made them more colourful, also laces are fiddly. :P - https://www.instagram.com[...]HiwUZAWSc/
These are mine. Naturally I've made them more colourful, also laces are fiddly. :P - https://www.instagram.com[...]HiwUZAWSc/
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Nice! Any particularly old ones? These are mine. Naturally I've made them more colourful, also laces are fiddly. :P - https://www.instagram.com[...]HiwUZAWSc/
They look well worn for sure. I don't wear anything but my boots with the exception of running shoes in the summer.
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
....First one are 1460 MIE 8 hole and second is a pair of Cappers MIE 8 hole.
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RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Not much activity in here
WMBlack belt 5th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
We're too busy with our hobbies...
TPBlack beltVerified
6 year(s) ago
Nice boots, Dave! I'm particular about Red Wings. Had a bigger collection but came to my senses (small apartment) and sold a bunch last fall... The Iron Rangers in Charcoal or Copper Rough & Tough are my favorite.
Other things...
During the warmer months, I mostly renovate and spend time at my summer house by a lake. Wooden log cabin originally built by my grandfather 70 years ago. (With a separate sauna building naturally.)
I'm into all types of (counter) culture, so I watch a lot of weird movies, read books & see shows (both music and art). Used to write about films too. 60s-90s Asian & Italian cult cinema is my speciality.
A born collector, unfortunately. Have about 1,400 LP records, 3,000 blu-rays/dvds, and way too many books. 150 board games.
I like hiking & outdoors, but doesn't everybody?
Quite big on craft beer. Have homebrewed about 50 decent batches as well, but not in a while. Also love most other type of alcohol too. :D Wine, whisky, gin, you name it.
Used to do more art myself, but nowadays mostly express myself through jiu-jitsu. Still draw a little in my spare time, like to take photos. (I'm a Designer by trade so that eats up some of that passion.)
Other things...
During the warmer months, I mostly renovate and spend time at my summer house by a lake. Wooden log cabin originally built by my grandfather 70 years ago. (With a separate sauna building naturally.)
I'm into all types of (counter) culture, so I watch a lot of weird movies, read books & see shows (both music and art). Used to write about films too. 60s-90s Asian & Italian cult cinema is my speciality.
A born collector, unfortunately. Have about 1,400 LP records, 3,000 blu-rays/dvds, and way too many books. 150 board games.
I like hiking & outdoors, but doesn't everybody?
Quite big on craft beer. Have homebrewed about 50 decent batches as well, but not in a while. Also love most other type of alcohol too. :D Wine, whisky, gin, you name it.
Used to do more art myself, but nowadays mostly express myself through jiu-jitsu. Still draw a little in my spare time, like to take photos. (I'm a Designer by trade so that eats up some of that passion.)
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
Nice boots, Dave! I'm particular about Red Wings. Had a bigger collection but came to my senses (small apartment) and sold a bunch last fall... The Iron Rangers in Charcoal or Copper Rough & Tough are my favorite. Other things... During the warmer months, I mostly renovate and spend time at my summer house by a lake. Wooden log cabin originally built by my grandfather 70 years ago. (With a separate sauna building naturally.) I'm into all types of (counter) culture, so I watch a lot of weird movies, read books & see shows (both music and art). Used to write about films too. 60s-90s Asian & Italian cult cinema is my speciality. A born collector, unfortunately. Have about 1,400 LP records, 3,000 blu-rays/dvds, and way too many books. 150 board games. I like hiking & outdoors, but doesn't everybody? Quite big on craft beer. Have homebrewed about 50 decent batches as well, but not in a while. Also love most other type of alcohol too. :D Wine, whisky, gin, you name it. Used to do more art myself, but nowadays mostly express myself through jiu-jitsu. Still draw a little in my spare time, like to take photos. (I'm a Designer by trade so that eats up some of that passion.)
Really nice post bro. The boots look amazing!
I love craft beers (drinking them) as well although I mostly enjoy the European imports including the UK stuff. Do you like ciders? My favourite was a Spanish cider when I lived in Spain but I mostly stick to Irish cider. I have one secret movie genre I love and mostly watch with my wife. French Romantic Comedies. I know its weak but can't get enough of them also the classic French Chansons (songs) are a big favourite. Good enough for Carlson Gracie, good enough for me. lol!
I love craft beers (drinking them) as well although I mostly enjoy the European imports including the UK stuff. Do you like ciders? My favourite was a Spanish cider when I lived in Spain but I mostly stick to Irish cider. I have one secret movie genre I love and mostly watch with my wife. French Romantic Comedies. I know its weak but can't get enough of them also the classic French Chansons (songs) are a big favourite. Good enough for Carlson Gracie, good enough for me. lol!
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TPBlack beltVerified
6 year(s) ago
Do you like ciders? My favourite was a Spanish cider when I lived in Spain but I mostly stick to Irish cider.
I almost always opt for beer over cider if there is a decent selection.
Unless if I'm at English countryside and it's warm (so, almost never) and then it has to be as dry, cloudy & rustic as possible. Some friends have made pretty good stuff from their own apple crop. But my knowledge about ciders is rudimentary.
Unless if I'm at English countryside and it's warm (so, almost never) and then it has to be as dry, cloudy & rustic as possible. Some friends have made pretty good stuff from their own apple crop. But my knowledge about ciders is rudimentary.
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I almost always opt for beer over cider if there is a decent selection. Unless if I'm at English countryside and it's warm (so, almost never) and then it has to be as dry, cloudy & rustic as possible. Some friends have made pretty good stuff from their own apple crop. But my knowledge about ciders is rudimentary.
Thats ok everyone likes what they like.
If you ever get a chance try Magners Irish cider. Tastes very rustic and reminds me of fall.
If you ever get a chance try Magners Irish cider. Tastes very rustic and reminds me of fall.
TPBlack beltVerified
6 year(s) ago
If you ever get a chance try Magners Irish cider. Tastes very rustic and reminds me of fall.
Magners is very decent & widely available in Finland. :) Cheers!
RDBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
TPBlack beltVerified
FFBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I'm on a 9to5 plus own my gym (with active mma fighters who requires extra time) plus I have family.
Someone explain to me please what a hobby is :D
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Someone explain to me please what a hobby is :D
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KSBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
6 year(s) ago
I make noise with electric guitars.... someday it might be called music. Not there yet.
