What does 380, 450gsm, 550gsm, 8oz, Pearl Weave, Ripstop etc mean when choosing a BJJ gi?
Scramble’s gi guide breaks down the common specs you’ll see when choosing a Brazilian jiu-jitsu gi—explaining what GSM (grams per square metre) means, how typical weight ranges (380/450/550gsm and up) relate to competition versus training, and why pearl weave