"Why I Don't Train in the Gi" by Marcos Avellan

[Tony Toffolo]

I would add that when I train in the GI it makes passing from half harder due to the increased friction from the pants, when I switch to nogi it feels way easier to pass (especially against big guys who have a weak half and are content to just sit there and deathlock their legs)

I also find it promotes better hip movement because of the added friction (more so on the bottom when dudes are grabbing at your pants)

[Chauncey Nu'usolia]

I started my jiu jitsu career in No Gi, but latley ive been thinking of working some Gi training in. Its the original style and plus i want to be great, and most of the greatest grapplers started in the Gi, even our own Prof. Bravo. I just wanna be an al around grappler be able to compete both ways, but with that being said No Gi is way more fun, and it 10th Planet for life!!

[Spínola]

I also find it promotes better hip movement because of the added friction (more so on the bottom when dudes are grabbing at your pants)

Good point.