Bogu Recommendations - NEW

There are a number of people looking into buying bogu right now. We recommend using either e-bogu (www.e-bogu.com) or AOI (www.budo-aoi.com). Please note that if you use e-bogu, you should order through me as I can get you a discounted price.

Recommended e-bogu sets:

Top Quality 4/2 mm - $US462 (regular 515)
Top quality 2 mm - $US818 (regular 890)
Note: the only cheaper set I can recommend is high performance 5/2.5 mm but the savings aren't worth it due to extra shipping costs.

Recommended AOI sets:

FD-5 - $US479
MS-4 - $US519
FD-4 - $US619
FD-2 - $US849

Both companies offer free shipping but e-bogu is only for orders over $500. Adding a bag will take the order over the required limit.

AOI sets cost a little more money but as AOI ships within Canada you will not have to pay brokerage/duty, which will make up most of the difference. I feel the AOI sets are a little better and use nicer materials at each rough pricepoint.

I recommend either the MS-4 or 4/2 mm sets as the best bang-for-your-buck, with slight preference to AOI. Note, only order from AOI if they have your size in stock. Custom orders cost more and take much longer. Look at the FD-5 to save a little money or FD-4 for a little nicer quality.

Finally, if you have the budget and want something nicer that will wear longer, look at either of the 2 mm sets. But it's not necessary to spend that much to get a functional set.

Current exchange is about 1.25. Don't forget to budget for a bag. Budget another $60 or so for brokerage/duty if you go with e-bogu.

If you are confused, ask to have a look at various member's sets. We have examples of AOI and e-bogu sets in the club.

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