Gi (Kimono): IBJJF-approved gi (jacket + pants); minimum thickness; colored belt (white/blue/purple/brown/black + adult black-belt degrees) indicating rank; No-Gi: rashguard + shorts (or grappling pants); rashguard must cover torso, no shoes; Gi colors: white, blue, or black only; no patches in n...
Why people argue about this
People often assume that just because a gi is approved by IBJJF doesn't mean it's suitable for all competitions, leading to arguments about which brands or styles are officially recognized across different federations. The confusion arises because not all equipment deemed "IBJJF-approved" will be accepted in every jiu-jitsu competition worldwide.
