Practical and stylish, this light sparring hoodie is an easily worn layer of base protection suitable for HEMA training, drills and light sport combat with non-steel weaponry. Foam pads are integrated into the shoulders, upper arms and forearms and this padding can be removed for washing – or for allowing you to wear the hoodie on its own when not in training. At the collar is a blade catcher and within a velcro-secured internal slot is a plastic throat protection piece at the front of the collar which is backed with foam for impact resistance. Like the rest of the integrated armor pieces, it too can also be removed. For HEMA, this product has been classified as either appropriate for all skill levels or appropriate for those with Advanced Skills. Michael Turner, instructor at Tuathair Academy of Swordsmanship, assisted us in categorizing these items for the different skill levels of HEMA participants. These categorizations are meant as guidelines. Please refer to tournament rules for specific competition requirements. For this purpose, we do not include swords that may be used in cutting competitions in the HEMA category. The hoodie is easily donned with a long zipper and button clasps at its top and bottom. Side pockets are also zipped. Please Note: This light sparring hoodie is not puncture proof and does not have a Newton rating. It is intended for controlled, light sparring and should not be used for full / hard contact sparring or for steel weapon sparring. SIZING INFO: Small Chest: 36 1/4” (92cm) Length: 24 3/4” (63cm) Sleeve Length: 28 3/4” (73cm) Medium Chest: 37” (94cm) Length: 25 1/4” (64cm) Sleeve Length: 29” (74cm) Large Chest: 38 1/2” (98cm) Length: 27” (69cm) Sleeve Length: 30 3/4” (78cm) X-Large Chest: 41 3/4” (106cm) Length: 27 1/2” (70cm) Sleeve Length: 31” (79cm) Sizing Dimensions are Approximate.
