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I don't like to write about products I don't get paid for (take note, Fleshlight), but sometimes you come across something amazing and just want to shout it from the digital rooftops.
Hello, Roots of Fight.
I hitched my caboose to that train back in 2012 after picking up the classic TYSON tee at a mixed martial arts (MMA) convention in New York. It was nice way to represent the art of fighting without looking like a douchebag.
In case you haven't stepped foot inside a gym in recent years, I can assure you, we are not in short supply.
Let's face it, it's hard to wear fight gear and not look like a dudebro. That's why Roots of Fight keeps its designs clean while paying homage to some of the all-time greats. If you're looking for fiery skulls or some tough-guy catchphrase, look somewhere else.
The Roots of Fight gear, particularly the MMA Legends Collection, speaks for itself:
Chuck Liddell Kempo Triblend Tee - MSRP $39.95
Celebrating UFC icon Chuck "Iceman" Liddell, who along with John Hackleman at the Pit in San Luis Obispo showed the world what Hawaiian Kempo was. Super soft, vintage dyed and washed T with specialty prints.
That's not me, by the way (I'm much prettier).
Dan Henderson Tee - MSRP $39.95
In honor of Dan "Hendo" Henderson, who competed in the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympics in Greco-Roman Wrestling. Super soft, vintage dyed and washed sun faded T with specialty crackle prints.
Chuck Liddell and Dan Henderson tees available at Roots of Fight here and here.
Also joining the MMA Legends Collection is former King of Pancrase, Bas Rutten, as well as jiu-jitsu pioneers Royce and Renzo Gracie. You can check out their line up, as well as much more from the world of combat sports, by clicking here.
And no Roots of Fight post would be complete without this classic short film:
More please.