I am 71 inches tall and 197 pounds. I want to wash and use a dryer. How much will it shrink with drying and what size should I get?
84437
Unless you want shrinkage I suggest you never machine dry a heavy gi. I was told that if you what slight shrinkage you can take the gi out mid way, I tried this and while I could still wear that gi the shrinkage was more that I wanted.
84438
It will shrink considerably, how much is anyone's guess. I've never used a dryer on any of my gis.
84439
Use the size chart provided, but mine did not shrink that much. I use a hybusa and gameness BJJ kimono size A3, and I wash and dry mine, they are both still competition legal.
84440
Sleaves and panst will shrink an inch to an inch in a half..buy a size bigger
84441
I buy these from my son, since he was 7 years old (now he is 10), so we went thru 000, 00, and now are on 0 size. I would estimate shrinkage at about 10% for the top and slightly less for the pants, for sizes 000-0, you may see couple points more on the larger size. I hope that helps.R
186949
Mine didn't shrink when I washed and dried it. We really like ours....enough that I ordered another one for a guest bedroom.
365000
After laundering and drying in dryer it measures 24" from shoulder to hem and 36" across chest. May have shrunk some but not a whole size. It is not a stretchy fabric. If you like a snugger fit I would be more inclined to go with the smaller size. Even before I purchased from Amazon, Minus 33 responded that their products are true to size. Medium is sizes 8-10 and large 12-14 according to their size chart. You will love this top. It is so warm and so worth the investment! I need to re-order while still in stock. Hope this was helpful.
1078734
I'm 6'1" 168lbs. My size 5 fit well after a hot wash and full dry. I prefer long arms and pants. Go w/ size 4 if you wash cold & hang dry and like a more tapered fit. Very soft top though. Pants are PJ like & soft. Don't seem as durable but haven't torn yet. Worth the money.
852967
Yes you can wash it and dry it in a dryer. It fits an old fashioned mattress but not the newer super deep ones. It is not great but it fits tightly and wears well.
700495
Mine did not shrink even after a couple washes. I think I even ran it through the dryer but don't remember for sure.
251939
It is very bulky so I brought ours to a laundromat and used the large capacity washer for $7.00 It worked fine and then dried it for $2.00 in their large dryer. It came out great!
140748
We use it as the bathing suit bottom along with a rash guard swim shirt. It goes into the washer with other swim stuff (cold water, very little detergent). I put ours into the dryer and they're fine. Haven't noticed any shrinkage.
1114936
Yes, but do not put it in your dryer - hang dry it. Wash it on cold only. If you wash it on hot or put it in your dryer, it will shrink - by at least 5 inches.To tall people at 6ft or over, that is very annoying as they can no longer fit in it in the head room in cold weather.
1475856
Hey Scott, indeed this can be washed. It's 100% cotton yet was prewashed for shrinkage so it should not shrink much if at all. I would take it to a nearby dry cleaners who will have x-large capacity machines & you can ask them to wash it on the gentle cycle & spot clean if necessary. You can also ask them to dry it on low heat to control for shrinkage. I would Not take it to a laundromat -- take it to a professional dry cleaners. :) Have a great day!
2130178
I measured mine twice now and it came to 71" both times. I have not washed or dried it since purchasing.
542350
My son is 5'9 and about 130 lbs. It fits him very well (not tight at all). Just try not to dry it in the dryer. Hang dry is best. He loves it. Hope this helps.
982322
It will depend on how you like your gi to fit. I personally like mine a bit looser and I know others that like it snug. I personally haven't dryed mine for the fact of it shrinking as others say they shrink quite a bit. So I would either not dry it or buy an extra size bigger than you think...hope that helps!! Good luck
385006
I wish I knew how to shrink mine. I've tried hot water but nothing seems to work. That's certainly a sign of a quality made garment when it can hold up to hot water and the dryer. I'll begin purchasing a smaller size in the future.
433408
I am 6'2" 175 lbs and the xl fits me perfectly. Perhaps a large would fit you better. The item is not supposed to go in the dryer. The shirt is supposed to be skin tight.
1550932
If this is too large, I would put an extra sheet or mattress pad under it versus trying to shrink it. With time it may shrink to your liking however I wouldn't try to shrink it with lots of heat. Any mild or organic detergent would be safe to use.
1030633
I washed and dryed it and it is still about the same size. I've been very happy with it.