vhts g3
VHTS is a New York based brand that started relatively new in the gi market. However, if you’ve seen their products, perhaps they have your attention. Gi Critic wanted to grab hold of their gi for quite some time now, and we are fortunate enough to get our hands on one of the very first VHTS G3 gi latter part of 2014!

How did we review this gi? 

Team Gi Critic reviewed the gi extensively for almost three months. The gi was used by 2-3 reviewers (with bodytypes within the size chart provided by the company) every week. It was used for around 2-3 times every week, then passed around from one reviewer to the next.

Initial Impression

g3 jacket

Upon receiving the package, we were impressed by the contrast and the overall aesthetics. This time around, VHTS dabbled once again with darker tones, as they made a black gi this time around. Made of a tough 550 gsm pearl weave jacket, together with a pre-shrunk ripstop cotton for the pants, the VHTS G3 looks superb with its black and gold contrast.

very hard to submit
We received an A1 in our mailbox. We decided to narrow down the reviewers to guys that weigh around 70kg, with height between 5’6” to 5’8”. We did this in order to thoroughly test the gi and give our readers a wider perspective regarding the fit, durability and overall rolling experience of the VHTS G3.
One of the most common observations that we gathered is the fact that the G3 is a lightweight gi, which weighs around 1.5kg (give or take).  It has an athletic cut that we prefer. Snug, but still IBJJF legal if you choose to compete with this baby. In terms of length, the gi was perfect given the average height and weight that we used for this particular gi.

Details

VHTS, since they made their presence in the gi industry, played with minimalist designs. If you are a fan of high fashion brands such as BAPE, Comme De Garcons or Stussy, perhaps, VHTS is the perfect BJJ counterpart. VHTS G3 played with gold contrast stitch, as well.

It also made use of a grey lapel tubing on its jacket which makes this gi standout. This lapel tubing fits well, and blends in unison with its classy and high fashion theme.

On the jacket, you’ll notice embroideries of the brand’s logo by the arms. Right arm has a gold circular embroidery with the letters V.H.T.S on it. On the left, you have an inverted triangle that says NYC and VHTS. Also, you also see a script fontype embroidered that says “very hard to submit” located on the left bicep. On the skirt of the jacket, it has a thick embroidery of “VHTS”.

Opening the jacket is a surprise. You’ll see a woven label embroidered on the inside that says “awake the best within!”. This is a subtle addition that is worth mentioning.




For the pants, it made use of a five loop system together with a cotton rope. For our taste, we’d love to see it as an 8 loop system in the future, but then, this is just a minor thing that you won’t notice eventually when you roll. You also see a Bruce Lee quote by the thigh which is a great mantra to live by for any jiujietero.
VHTS provided additional support for the pants by having pearlweave gusset especially for those who love to play spider guard, or those who also do squats in between their BJJ sessions.

Rolling Impressions

For the last three months, passed around from one guy to the next, the VHTS G3 can hold its own. Probably, if you want to invest on an affordable but ridiculously classy gi, this is highly suggested. It costs around $140 according to their site, but this is all worth it based from what we all experienced with the gi.

The 2 of the 3 reviewers were constantly on the mats preparing for competition when this gi arrived. It didn’t escape the long and hard grind. The color of the gi stayed intact despite almost everyday use, and after all the washing and drying. Stitches, as well as the embroideries and woven labels did not have a slight sign of damage. For the pants, the pants have a great fit. It provided both mobility, but you don’t give too much material for opponents to grip on.

Final Impressions


VHTS made one of the most comfortable and durable gis in the market. A member of our reviewer team mentioned that he always had trouble with jackets particularly on the lat region. Built heavy and on his upper body, Bull Terrier, Manto, Gameness and Manila Kimonos, eventually all gave up on the same spot. For the VHTS G3 though, things were a bit different. Or maybe they made use of reinforcement that weren’t present in other top brands? Or perhaps, it is the 550gsm construction of the jacket.

To purchase VHTS G3, you can check out these sites:
www.vhtsny.com for more information. You can also visit their Facebook page.