Expandable Bo Staff Review & Strength Test

[@kenzalethomas1891]

Jesus. I’ve had my original collapsable bo staff for years. I appreciate how much work y’all put into it because it still works.

[@Karatemart]

Awesome! I really appreciate that! I’m so glad you still love it!

[@hatkidchris2104]

Sara lance has been real quiet after this

[@Karatemart]

Lol…thanks so much for watching!

[@mxq4k132]

Lol, and so did her sister and dinah after her lol

[@saifhussain4176]

How ti buy this

[@saifhussain4176]

@@Karatemart Do u sell it

[@Dhdjdndbdb]

No I’ve been watching this whole time :)

[@ripzmad9846]

My jaw dropped when I saw the staff go through the watermelon lol. I thought this was going to be like those garbage-grade pocket staffs that breaks itself upon use but this actually looks great.

[@Karatemart]

Thank you! I know exactly which pocket staffs you are referring to…those things are basically just a toy. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@redsynister4836]

The pocket bo staffs are a very awesome concept, if they could just hold together... This collapsible one is way more awesome though

[@martombarnabas83]

are the staffs in the video legal to use in self defence? @@Karatemart

[@DblSol]

One thing this video does so simple yet so well is presentation. Wonderful. In less than 5 minutes, I'm sold. I don't even have to finish the video but I already know that my money is going towards the 2 Piece Collapsible Bo Staff and it will soon one day be mine. Brilliant products and brilliant product demonstrations.

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! You made my day!

[@DblSol]

@@Karatemart Not a problem. Your vid made my day. I was taken aback. Like I said, I saw this vid, I instantly knew I need this in my life. I even told my brother! He actually has heard of your site. He bought a baseball bat stun/taser baton from you guys. I just didn't know he got it from you guys. Small world after all haha. I was planning on getting the baseball bat baton but, like I said. I know what I like lol. This Bo staff simply speaks to me. I see you are currently out of stock. No worries. I understand business can be hard or you have something planned/that you are working on. I don't need the staff anytime soon. Im not picking/starting any fights, I checked my calendar and I have no fights scheduled, I'm not even involved in any secret Fight Club. So I'll be patient and wait for you to restock. Just please please please let me get my 2 Piece Collapsible Bo Staff ASAP but take your time.

[@Karatemart]

@@DblSol I really appreciate that! Thank you for your support and please let your brother know that I appreciate it as well. Yeah, sadly there is a metal shortage in Phoenix right now (I’m guessing due to the housing boom), so we are having trouble getting certain metals we need to make weapons. We are expecting the materials we need for that item in a week or so, so you won’t have to wait for long. Thanks again man! I appreciate it!

[@geraldwatkins3543]

Having the products on the table helps so much in the flow of your videos. Great job.

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much Gerald! I'm actually going to be switching the way I do my videos from this point forward. We add new products to KarateMart.com daily, so many of them are not getting reviewed. I think instead of Weapons Wednesday, I'm just going to start reviewing and testing individual products as we add them to the website. That way, our customers will get to see a lot more. Thank you so much for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it!

[@NeaHaunts]

Great video! I own a baton myself and I really need those batons that extend from both sides. Keep up the great work

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much! It’s a pretty cool weapon. I really appreciate your continued support! You seem like such a nice person!

[@NeaHaunts]

@@Karatemart don’t appreciate me, I should appreciate you for showing me all of these cool weapons and great content!!!!!!

[@johnathong1464]

This does look like a really cool weapon. What keeps the staff from inadvertently opening up? Is there a twist locking mechanism? Or is the force necessary to extend them more than the normal swing of the arms? I'd hate to raise it and have it open before I'm ready.

[@Karatemart]

Great question! Depending on the model chosen, we have a couple of different mechanisms holding the ends in. I’m some other videos, I shake them a little more to show that that isn’t a problem. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Jmbr-eh6xr]

Dunno, it looks like some kind of mechanism inside whereby if you give it a sharp flip in either way on the vertical axis, it will open, Darth Maul Double Light Sabre fashion, it is as cool as it is actually effective as a weapon

[@chpunisher2005]

​@@Jmbr-eh6xr It's something so simple, I'm surprised that this thing didn't already exist without them having to create it. They had a great idea coming up with this thing. Pricing isn't bad either, so I will be saving up for this. Might need to get more than one even.

[@Jmbr-eh6xr]

It looks like some kind of internal oscillation/gyroscopic mechanism whereby when you move it sharply in a certain way it opens up, because there are no switches, very sophisticated device Be awesome shit if there some way to make it auto retract as well, think of the mechanism in automatic umbrellas 🌂, they can auto open and close, but can't retract, that is the difficult part to engineer ⚙⚙⚙🔧🔧🔧, double hydraulics system is one way to do it, challenge is fitting it inside a handle without the device being far too bulky

[@masquerader101]

Magnets... its literally just magnets, no pseudo-science here At least in the one I've had for years lol.

[@zeeshansyed5148]

This is a solid Daredevil tutorial 10/10 👍

[@Karatemart]

I love Daredevil! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Bushybrow000]

I popped this open for the first time after seeing you do it and shouted in pure joy 😂👏🏾

[@Karatemart]

That’s awesome! I’m glad you like it. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@wicericcan2716]

Great video and very informative. Love how strong the 2 piece is and how easy it is to put together and take apart. Thank you

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! It’s definitely one of my favorite weapons. Thanks so much for watching!

[@chupacabra3306]

@@Karatemart hey If i buy The 2 piece expandable bo staff gonna arrives when in Brazil?? And pls i have one question The 2 piece expandable bo staff its like a collapsable? Or instead of assembling the two poles for the bo staff, it is collapsible, just put it in the hole and if you want the two poles later and just fold it? Pls answer me i think im gonna buy 5 of The weapon lol

[@Karatemart]

@@chupacabra3306 hi! I’m having a little trouble understanding your question, but I believe what you are saying makes sense. Please contact our customer service team at [e-mail] or 1800-977-6928 and they can answer any other questions for you. Thanks so much for watching!

[@chupacabra3306]

@@Karatemart i Just wanna know If The expandable bo staff can be collapsable quickly or no pls

[@Karatemart]

@@chupacabra3306 yes it can. It’s not a well made as the collapsible Bo staff, but it is a less expensive alternative.

[@RIVER-RATT]

I prefer the two piece staff. Great video and information 👊🏼👊🏼

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much, brother! I really appreciate that! I hope you are having an excellent weekend!

[@michelebecciu9698]

Great for spins, and sure for slashes too, no complaints. But what about the jab ? I mean, if I hit with the tip, don't the segments retract ? Is there a collapsible stick that has a device that doesn't allow it to retract when you jab ?

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@michelebecciu9698]

@@Karatemart I see. I gather that there is currently no device that allows segments to be locked once extended. Thanks for the reply.

[@MatiasAlric]

Thank God you didn't test it the way you test the tasers!

[@Karatemart]

Hahaha...that comment cracked me up! Thanks so much for watching my video, Matias!!

[@josiahgill9610]

what intense strength testing!

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much for watching Josiah! I really appreciate it!

[@xyro9115]

i cannot find the one mentioned at 1:37 (the particular one i want) on your guys' website. can you provide a link to it or is it no longer available?

[@Karatemart]

Hi! Here is a link to that item: www.karatemart.com/2-piece-collapsible-bo-staff Thanks so much for watching!

[@centurionknight]

I am sold!!! I love it. I will definitely order the one piece 6 foot.

[@Karatemart]

Awesome! Thank you so much for your support!

[@DuploBone]

2:38 The economical version is for battles with either really patient opponents, or villains who thoroughly enjoy monologuing. 😝 Jesting aside, great looking products all around, mate!

[@Karatemart]

Hahahaha! That cracked me up! Thanks so much for your support! I really appreciate it!

[@chuckporter9526]

One of the thing I like about staff combat is the ability to use it from both the middle like in the video, and from one end and extending my reach and leverage. I guess if they're collapsible, they aren't really designed for that kind of usage, but... is it at all possible? Would the end I'm holding run as much of a risk of warping on contact as the end that strikes? Would that midsection hold up to usage like that? Don't get me wrong: this thing looks freaking cool, and the ability to go from staff to dual-wield seems legit! But before I go trying to use this thing in the ways I've been trained to use solid poles, I gotta know if I'm gonna break it in strange places.

[@Karatemart]

That is an excellent question, Chuck! I invented this about 10 years ago to strictly be used as a compact way to transport your staff too and from tournaments easier. It is the same strength as a collapsible baton, so it can take impact, but it’s not really meant for that and it may bend if struck hard against something very dense. If you are planning on hard strikes that could warp it, I wouldn’t recommend it for that. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@kylerogerspowers2935]

Sweet bo staffs. Pretty nifty the way your two peice connected. Please keep up the review. I love them.

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much Kyle! I really appreciate your support! It’s people like you who make these videos worth doing. Have a great week!

[@ObservantPiratePlus]

I have the original version I got from you. Don't see a need to have a new one. Satisfied customer here. Also brings to mind the collapsible staves used by the Rangers (Anla'Shok) in Babylon 5.

[@Karatemart]

That’s awesome Jordan! Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

[@paulkerr7320]

Its a mimbari fighting pike and you are only jealous beacuse you dont have one. A simple case of pikel envy!- Marcus

[@annoyed707]

Marcus vs. Neroon kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXbbl3aLi8idisk

[@evanmorris1178]

But can you sulkily snap it open and closed while passing the time on a freighter. No. Takes away some of the fun…..where’s the innuendo?

[@johnstandfell9458]

I would love to see what kind of damage the collapsible bo staff will do to a ballistic dummy

[@Karatemart]

Me too! Maybe one day. Thanks so much for watching, John! I really appreciate it!

[@lenaoxton8540]

Why do your products have a Prop 65 cancer warning? I was going to buy until I saw that, never seen a tactical product before that has a cancer warning.

[@Karatemart]

That's a great question, Lena! California started enforcing that warning a while back and because there are approximately 900 chemicals that require the warning, it became next to impossible to determine which chemicals are in the 5000 products we carry. So, to play it say, we did what most other companies have chosen to do at this point and added the warning to all of our products. I'm sorry if that's confusing, but the number of warnings we must account for nowadays is very frustrating for us as well. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Uneke]

For the economical version Instead of adding a centre piece, you can make one batons end male thread and the other ones female thread. That way when you remove the bottoms, they can just thread together

[@Karatemart]

You definitely could, Nelly. Thanks so much for watching!

[@baokang7556]

Wow! I like the split-able version. Do you ship internationally?

[@Karatemart]

Hi Ian! Yes, we do ship internationally, but we have to check the laws in your country first. Please check www.KarateMart.com/international for more details. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Miltiades178]

@@Karatemart What about Greece? It isn't mentioned on the list

[@Karatemart]

@@Miltiades178 great question! If it’s not on the list, then we haven’t been asked to ship anything there yet. Please email our customer service so that they can check the laws in your Country and see what can ship there. Thanks so much!

[@croaxer2390]

Your channel is so wholesome. I recently bought this staff, I'm excited to test it out considering I'm already a professional at using all kinds of weapons! By the way, I had a question, is this easy to conceal in a place like a backpack or in your pants?

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much for support! I really appreciate it! It’s small enough to transport, but definitely check your local laws before concealing it. I hope you are having an excellent weekend!

[@craboo8668]

If I were to thrust the staff at a target, would it collapse or is there a locking mechanism? Otherwise the quick connect feature is really cool!

[@Karatemart]

When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible.

[@KieranTong]

@@Karatemart I was thinking of the same question. But would it be sore if someone is poked with these staffs? Another way to ask my question is If used for self defense, would it be better to only use the staff/stick to strike (like hitting the watermelon), or would a poke with it be sore enough to hurt someone?

[@Karatemart]

@@KieranTong hi Kieran! It takes a lot of force from a very solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so you can definitely jab with the tips as well if the staff is opened properly with enough force. Thanks so much for watching!

[@KieranTong]

@@Karatemart Thanks for replying. A proficient practitioner should be able to thrust a bo staff with a lot of force. That's why I was wondering. I like that you have multiple versions, 1 and 2 pieces. It's a nice looking product too. Have a great 2022!

[@Karatemart]

@@KieranTong thanks Kieran! I appreciate that! I hope you have a great 2022 as well!

[@TheBoogyBong]

I have a question:- Will the 2 piece bo staff contract while poking the enemy with the ends? It will be a big con right

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@williehughes1690]

The expandable bowstaff always reminds me of the various DC characters like Robin and Nightwing that use them but also the Predator's combi-stick.

[@Karatemart]

Very true! In fact, since the time I invented it (many many years ago), a bunch of DC shows (as well as other shows and movies) have purchased them from us and used them in their episodes. I hope you have an excellent weekend!

[@HalloweenStalker666]

Now Fans of White Canary (Sara Lance) from DC's Legends of Tomorrow can buy the silver 2 piece and basically have a usable prop of her Weapon.

[@Karatemart]

Very true! Quite a few TV shows and movies have purchased these staffs from us for their shows. Thanks so much for watching!

[@HalloweenStalker666]

As soon as I have the $640. Gettin the original staff & blue staff. Along with the original 2 piece & blue 2 piece. All 5 ft so 3/4 will have cases & carry holsters :)

[@Karatemart]

@@HalloweenStalker666 wow…that sounds like a really cool combination of staffs! Thanks so much for your support! I really appreciate it!

[@HalloweenStalker666]

@@Karatemart ive been looking them over. For now im stickin with buying both original staffs with the diamond rubberized handles. The metallic blue dont seem like the Grip would be sufficient (without gloves) for a Novice such as myself. Maybe after i practice with the originals (1 piece & 2 piece staffs) first

[@Karatemart]

@@HalloweenStalker666 those are both excellent choices, Dan! I really appreciate your support, my friend!

[@dynamicdavid]

I love this weapon 01:42 and my SPECIAL REQUEST: could a end-cap be made to be integrated with a fight security feature of Wrist straps? If a mini-Velcro with a ‘Double up’ type of HIGHLY Secure straps to enable ability to integrate a wrist strap security. This way no one cap remove them unless I was to release straps... causing a 1/2 staff = individual baton can feel like an extensions of my arms. Plus very difficult to disarm me once wristbands are securely engaged and secure. Any option to secure staff to avoid anyone able to disarm me/user of assembled staff or otherwise individual batons ?

[@Karatemart]

Hi David! Yeah, that would be a cool addition! Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@andreyborlongan2018]

This guy cant give up salute to you

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much for watching Andrey!

[@luke_Citino]

This is so cool, Reminds me of robin in the Batman arkham games, he uses an Expandable bo staff. I will have to look at my states laws on these, I want one.

[@Karatemart]

They are pretty cool Luke. Thanks so much for watching, man!

[@B_men_apo]

What if you want to pierce you opponent the stad will just schrink

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@PhilDrury]

Nice these finally became real. We have the Minbari Fighting Pike. Next? The High Guard Force Lance.

[@Karatemart]

Thanks Philip! I hope you are having an excellent week!

[@ContentChaser]

My only worry about using one of these is since it's collapsible, you lose all the potential jabs a normal bo staff can do because it'll collapse on itself when jabbing. It leaves you with only being able to strike

[@Karatemart]

Hi! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@ContentChaser]

this has me tempted to by one for my car now@@Karatemart

[@tylerwilson4651]

Man this is awesome‼️

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much, Tyler! I really appreciate the support, my friend!

[@alexharris-ui4ss]

This guy has my dream job

[@Karatemart]

It’s a lot of work, my friend! But it does have it’s advantages! Thanks so much for watching!

[@kaleyfantastic]

i dont have the exact measurements...but that looks more like a hanbo or jo staff at best. bo staves are usually around 6ft in length.

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@Dave-zj1zj]

Yes, it strikes really nice. But what about jabs Does it collapse when you poke somebody? Like, if you had a wooden bo?

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@waynemorgan8727]

I'd be more concerned about either end collapsing into the handle if being used to "punch" with the tip, rather than strike with it. Would like to have seen a demonstration of a punch with the tip.

[@Karatemart]

Hi Wayne! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@dayanalestrangegutierrez5304]

Donde lo puedo comprar?

[@Karatemart]

They are available on www.KarateMart.com. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Desperado3248]

If you use it for a thrust, will it collapse on impact? That would be a limiting factor

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@andrewtwohigiv7720]

So my curiosity is that in a real life combat situation, can it poke well? It your collapsing it like a plastic lightsaber toy simply by pressing it towards the ground, would it do the same if say it was used in a jabbing motion. I get that some things are props and you have to understand the capacities of what you have, but in a real world situation if you have that and nothing else you’re expectations have to be on par. So take a move like a gut jab, would it be effective, or collapse on impact?

[@Karatemart]

Hi Andrew! Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@stilesjohnson1745]

Just got mine hard to close testing it out yesterday. Still learning.

[@Karatemart]

Hey Stiles! It’s very important that when closing it, you strike it exactly perpendicular to the ground and strike it on a very sturdy surface. If you have questions, please feel free to call our customer service team and they can probably explain it better over the phone. Thanks so much for your support, my friend!

[@stilesjohnson1745]

@@Karatemart Ok thanks.

[@kungenxayakho667]

Are these efficient for a poke strike? I'm afraid it might collapse back in when I do a poke strike.

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@kungenxayakho667]

@@Karatemart oh that makes sense. Thank you!

[@FullMetalNobody]

So it only functions as a staff.? What does it do if you only have one side extended.?? Does the non-locking collapsed side pop out and deliver a user cup check?? Key word, "non-locking. Video review thoughts, Noisy (rattles) un-usable as anything but a full staff. Can't be used as a walk stick or cane. May still give it a practicality test tho.

[@Karatemart]

Hi Erik, I invented and patented this item for the purpose of being able to transport your staff too and from tournaments or the dojo. As a martial artist, it was always a pain bringing a long awkward staff onto a plane or into a car. Depending on the model you are looking at (we sell a bunch of different models) the side that has not been extended will stay in while the other is out. Thanks for watching.

[@FullMetalNobody]

@@Karatemart Copy that. We always drove to tournaments, but it was the 70's too. 😆 . I'm one of those born engineer's. I make improvements to everything, no offense. Great video's, cool items are always fun. Working on my purchase cart still. Side note, 30" - 32" is my short guy walking cane parameters.

[@Karatemart]

@@FullMetalNobody thanks brother! I hope you have a wonderful weekend my friend!

[@FullMetalNobody]

@@Karatemart you too, thx. Curious, is the Tactical Sword Cane cut adjustable.

[@Karatemart]

@@FullMetalNobody sorry Erik, but unfortunately that one isn’t. We have had some in the past that were. I’ll keep an eye out for one.

[@lewisreeves9843]

Got to be one of the coolest weapons out there! Wish these were legal in the UK

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much Lewis! I really appreciate that! Have a great week!

[@lewisreeves9843]

@@implausibleimpossiblehypot4006 good idea I will look it up

[@simonacerton3478]

Don't feel too bad. They aren't legal in California where I live in the US either. Ironically its less of an offense to carry a handgun without a permit than to own one of these which just proves our government is just as dumb as yours sometimes.

[@JustMichaelOfficial]

How secure is the two piece when using it as a bo staff? Does the mechanism that holds the two together hold up when using the staff in a fast paced situation?

[@Karatemart]

Excellent question! The connection is different depending on the model you choose, but they are both very secure. If you have any more questions about them, please feel free to call our customer service team anytime. Thanks so much for watching!

[@stephenterry8451]

How does this work with a thrust to the center from the heel of the staff? Can you srike without it collapsing?

[@Karatemart]

Hi Stephen! Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. I do test thrust out in other videos, so you can see how well it works. Thanks so much for watching!

[@stephenterry8451]

@@Karatemart perhaps you can provide a link to those other videos, so I can see how it does?

[@Karatemart]

@@stephenterry8451 I would if I remembered which ones they were in, but I release these videos every week, so they all kinda flow together. Sorry about that.

[@Six3rdy]

I'M GONNA BE GROH FROM SOULCALIBUR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for this. I am very delighted this exists. I'm sorry, I'm nerding out right now.

[@Karatemart]

Awesome! Thanks so much for your support! I really appreciate it!

[@kennethcole1551]

What happens to the staff if you need to make a forward thrust as it just collapse in your hands. I’d like to know. Be safe.

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Gidget572]

Got a question it’s me Mandy when will it become cheap I wanna buy it for my son Like under 30

[@glennedwards3704]

With bow staffs there is a lot of thrusting or poking with the end of the staff. Wouldn't it just collapse and be ineffective?

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@glennedwards3704]

@ any chance your doing a video where you push the end into something like styrofoam? Looks like a great product however if it were to collapse at the wrong time..... I'm in security and I know how to use a bow staff. So this would be a great tool.

[@OfficialMoonpool]

Yeah but when you unscrew the bottom pieces to join the two pieces together, do the expanding pieces fall out the bottom?

[@Karatemart]

That’s a great question! They definitely don’t do that on the ones we manufacture here in the US, but I’m not remember how they work on the ones made overseas. Thanks so much for watching!

[@seggsymercymain2533]

Sara Lance?! Can’t wait to order mine!

[@Karatemart]

Awesome! Thank you so much for watching!

[@seggsymercymain2533]

@@Karatemart Ordered! So excited!

[@Karatemart]

@@seggsymercymain2533 awesome! I really appreciate that! Thank you so much!

[@WOLFMAN2975]

Right around 2:15 Amazing! Bro, is that quick connect secure, how does it attach? Thanks

[@Karatemart]

Hi Tyler! Yes, our quick connect feature is very secure. You can probably see some closer up images of it on www.Karatemart.com. Thanks so much for watching!

[@WOLFMAN2975]

@@Karatemart Thank you. Please don't forget to watch my very short KZbin video and to read the pinned comment important! information as I said for you and your family all the Best my Friend

[@TheGreatest1974]

You’ve got a really good channel going here mate. I’m really enjoying it. You come across really well, like a natural! And great seeing all the cool stuff, keep it up!👍🇬🇧 god bless America!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Karatemart]

Thanks man! That is so kind of you to say!

[@mikaelsuryadi5299]

Nice review, thanks! Maybe next time you can add more details like total length of the bo staff. I want to start practicing freestyle bo staff, is it good to use expandable bo staff? and how can I measure a proper length for me? thanks

[@Karatemart]

Hi Mikael! I invented the collapsible Bo staff as an easy way to transport your staff to and from the dojo. It’s awesome, but when learning, I’d start with wood so that you can get the general balance and technique down. We have the collapsible Bo staffs available in many different styles and sizes on KarateMart.com and the size you choose depends on the style of martial art you are studying and your instructor. If you have anymore questions, please feel free to call us anytime. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Learn2DriveNYC]

I would buy it. Does it have some sort of locking mechanism so that you can use the staff to to thrust or poke at an object as opposed to stiking? It looks like it would retract if you tried to jam the butt of it into an object.

[@Karatemart]

Hi! Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@bartangel4867]

I like the staff although for me personally it would be hard to use at less I had experience with this type of weapon. so I like the one which is made of two parts that you can combine so that if you don't want staff you can have two batons. however there needs to be a mechanism that separates and combines the two pieces instantly just like you did with opening the staff ( you did very good job there by the way). But don't ask me how to actually do it because I have no idea. overall I really like this staff and this type of weapons in general

[@Karatemart]

Thanks Bart! Yeah, we have a bunch of different versions of the staff. One of the ones we manufacture in the US has a quick connect that allows it to connect and disconnect instantly. Thanks so much for watching!

[@jaycezwar6]

How good are those staffs for like doing tricks...like spinning them or something...and is there any off-balance to them?

[@Karatemart]

Great question! We sell a bunch of different versions and most of them are well balanced. Some of the two piece ones might be a little difficult for certain tricks, but overall they are pretty good for that. Thanks so much for watching!

[@zerofox2967]

I would like to see a video on 3 sectional staff.

[@Karatemart]

Hi Carl! I am definitely planning on doing a 3SS video at some point in the future. Thank you so much for watching!

[@noldocelu3326]

2:42 Finally a bo-staff to "end him rightly".

[@Karatemart]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@Desperado3248]

Would like to have a Jo staff length version

[@Baby_D187]

Question: if it’s collapsible you wouldn’t be able to really thrust would you?

[@Karatemart]

Hi! Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@JohnFester]

Do you have any plans on making an automatic spring loaded expandable bo staff separating in the center?

[@Karatemart]

Hi! Yes, we designed a number of different prototypes of this and even had a finished product, but still found problems in the design. When the pandemic and labor shortage began, we had to stop working on it. Hopefully at one point, we can give it another try. Thanks so much for watching!

[@dbroselogan]

So side strikes only then. How does it stand up to a practice dummy for actual combat and end strikes

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. The collapsible Bo staff has the strength of a police baton, so it could be used for self-defense, but that’s not really what I invented it for. I just wanted a way to easily transport a staff too and from your martial arts school. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@mixedhairless]

Never knew I needed an upgrade to my baton.. yes I do..

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@tommygingles233]

I can't seem to find the original expanding staff only the 2 piece any reason for this

[@Karatemart]

Hi Tommy! Here is a link to the original collapsible bo staff: www.karatemart.com/collapsible-bo-staff

[@MartinWolt]

I'm looking at the way you collapse it against the floor, and I wonder: If I jab one of its ends directly against a target (let's say their breastplate) would the weapon telescope in on me?

[@Karatemart]

Hi GW! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible.

[@illudiumq36spacemodulator39]

I'm a little unclear on how this opens. Does this use inertia to open or inertia with spring assist? Is there a release button on it before it can be extended? Does this open with just a quick rotation? Thank you

[@Karatemart]

Hi! Yes, it uses inertia to open, but stays closed nicely without a release button until you flick your wrist. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Shreysensei]

My man became robin

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@yourminecraftguide4523]

do you ship to iceland?

[@Karatemart]

We do ship internationally, but we have to check the laws in a country before shipping anything there. Please contact customer service at [e-mail] and they will be able to help you out. Thanks so much for watching!

[@stuffreview1352]

@@Karatemart thanks for the response! I have just reached out to you trough email. Looking forward to your response (this is another account)

[@jigerjoshi]

My only concern is you wouldn’t be able to thrust it against opponents in a real life scenario because it would collapse/go in/close. Maybe have a lock mechanism that once opened up it wont close or collapse unless u unlock it. Besides swiping, thrusting is one of the most effective and used ways these weapons are used.

[@Karatemart]

Hi! The collapsible Bo staff has the strength of a police baton, so it could be used for self-defense, but that’s not really what I invented it for. I just wanted a way to easily transport a staff too and from your martial arts school. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@jigerjoshi]

@@KaratemartYes I understand, what I am saying is if the tip is tapped on hard enough while extended & sparring it would go back in and if a lock mechanism was there it would make it even better to prevent that so it closed ONLY when you want it to thats all. Maybe in a future version? Thanks.

[@00SilverWolf]

Could you use it as a litter if you would use two side by side and put a peace of nylon in between?

[@Karatemart]

Unfortunately, I don’t think that would work. Thanks so much for watching!

[@nuggies9246]

So when I train for self defense with a bow staff I really like how quick it can go together but I have my first hit as a jab the the solar plexus and need to know if it with collapse during the jab

[@Karatemart]

Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@robertotamesis1783]

I reading Homer's Epic Helen of Troy a the Trojan wars, In illustration shows a hoplite Greek warrior carrying a staff w/ two bladed xiphos (straight sword) from end to end . Did they really exist?

[@Karatemart]

Honestly, I’m not sure. Maybe someone reading the comments can help us out with an answer. Thanks so much for watching, Roberto! I appreciate it!

[@dietpepsivanilla3095]

We are getting closer to getting light saber technology!

[@Karatemart]

Very true! Thanks so much for watching!

[@gatessoon3921]

How do you make the quick connector pieces? It looks so confusing

[@Karatemart]

They are really cool and very sturdy. We have a company called Kombativ in the United States manufacture them for us and they do a great job. Thanks so much for watching!

[@gatessoon3921]

Oh ok thank you! Also could you maybe manufacture a 2 piece bo staff that’s not expandable but has the quick connector piece, I kinda wanna buy the 2 piece collapsible bo staff but expandable batons are illegal in California and that’s where I live

[@Karatemart]

@@gatessoon3921 you have an excellent point. Unfortunately, the two piece versions aren’t legal in some states, so we should manufacture a 2 or three piece version that uses the quick connects. I know that at one point they were working on a version of the 3 section escrima staff that used quick connects, but they stopped for some reason. I’ll definitely mention your comments to the production team. Thanks so much for watching!

[@gatessoon3921]

Thank you so much, it really means a lot that you’re taking my suggestions into consideration. If I ever get the chance, I would love to visit the factory in Phoenix if that’s ok.

[@Uhh78.]

Do you guys ship to California for the 2 piece collapsible bo staff?

[@Karatemart]

Hi! Unfortunately, they cannot be shipped to California due to their strict laws against batons. Thanks so much for watching!

[@rstimeout366]

I require a cane to walk but I've often wondered if there is an expandable version of the cane into a Bo staff I would like to have one with a shepherd's hook on one end and have it expand from are you aware of any such device?

[@Karatemart]

Hi Robert, there are a number of twist lock canes that expand, but I’ve never seen a friction lock. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@michaelvaughn7137]

One inch banboo is considered equivalent to a forarm .

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much for watching, Michael! I really appreciate it!

[@jackierose738]

Love your Channel..Thank You so much for Sharing all your Videos with Us especially me..I've always Loved Weapons..I'm starting a Collection and Learning how to use everyone .Your Channel has all the info I need..Ohhhh and your Gorgeous which is a Plus .Plus..

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much, Jackie! That is so kind of you to say! I really appreciate all of your support! I hope you have an excellent week!

[@momsberettas9576]

You guys should make a cane and walking stick like these.

[@Karatemart]

We’ve definitely considered it and have some really cool things coming. I hope you have an awesome weekend!

[@Dumsvensk]

Hi! Do you prefer the two-piece or standard version? I'm kinda leaning towards buying the standard version because it seems more sturdy as one piece. Or am I wrong?

[@Karatemart]

They both have their advantages, so I like certain things about each of them. But, I do prefer the one piece version because it is a little more sturdy. If you have more questions about either of them, please call our customer service team anytime. Thanks so much for your support!

[@jakemake142]

Can you tighten it up so when you thrust with it it won’t collapse?

[@Karatemart]

Hi Jake! Great question! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@chupacabra3306]

1:36 Someone can Tell me whats The name of The two staff auto transform in a bo staff pls?

[@Karatemart]

The two piece version is called the 2-piece expandable Bo staff. If you have anymore questions, please feel free to contact our customer service team anytime. Thanks so much for watching!

[@chupacabra3306]

Where can i buy It pls? I wanted tô know the weapon of sara lance bc looks like so easy to she match the sticks, where can i get one pls?

[@Karatemart]

@@chupacabra3306 hi! The expandable Bo staff is available at www.karatemart.com. Thanks so much!

[@chupacabra3306]

@@Karatemart and whats The name i should tô search pls i ask tô u.. can u Tell me The right name of The sara lance weapon ? But The Just name plss

[@chupacabra3306]

like I wanted to know the correct name of the stick that sara lance uses.. if you answer me correctly and i can find it and get everything right i'll give you 50 dollars

[@masteryoda1118]

Hi can this bo staff be a good self defense weapon for your home or is it too weak for self defense?

[@Karatemart]

Hi! The collapsible Bo staff has the strength of a police baton, so it could be used for self-defense, but that’s not really what I invented it for. I just wanted a way to easily transport a staff too and from your martial arts school. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@johnemmons9087]

NICE Kyle!!! I have been wondering how sturdy these are. I’ve been interested in them because it’s a really good idea! The one you guyz make looks very sturdy and of very high quality. I definitely want one! Yeah hitting something like Woody, the wooden dummy, is not at all representative of its real purpose. The melon is definitely closer. I wonder about ballistic gel though? A staff probably won’t penetrate it but the impact would be like hitting a torso. I wonder how a katana would slice ballistic gel now that I’m thinking about it..... Anyway...as always...awesome video man!!!

[@Karatemart]

Thanks so much John! I really appreciate your comments! I'm definitely going to have to test these out a little more in the future. To be honest, I really had to rush to put this video together because I had to fly out to the Blade Show in Atlanta last week, so it didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. Thanks again John! I really appreciate the support!

[@johnemmons9087]

@@Karatemart ur welcome Buddy! As you know I used to make custom blades. I’d would of loved to go! Have fun! Even though you might of felt rushed it’s still way cool!

[@Karatemart]

@@johnemmons9087 thanks John! I hope you have a great week brother!

[@mkultramann1798]

I wonder if you can do pull ups with the dual collapsable versions?

[@Karatemart]

Probably not. I don’t think the joints between the telescoping pieces would be able to hold up to that. That would be cool though! Thanks so much for watching!

[@childatheart1983]

Is there a locking mechanism so that it doesn't collapse if you strike something with it straight on?

[@Karatemart]

Great question! Similar to batons, it uses friction to stay open. If you use a lot of force when opening it, it’s more difficult to close it. To close them, you really need to do a strong downward strike onto a very solid surface, so It will work for straight jabs. However, if the jab is too strong, it could close. I would be willing to bet that I could have easily punctured a hole through the melon without it closing. Thanks so much for watching and for your question!

[@childatheart1983]

@@Karatemart thank you for the response back as well as for posting this video regarding the strength of the staff itself. I always wonder if these are for demonstration/competition only or have the capacity for practical sparring as well.

[@tomford4180]

If you were to straight thrust your bo hard into an opponents solar plexus would it collapse?

[@Karatemart]

Great question! Similar to batons, it uses friction to stay open. If you use a lot of force when opening it, it’s more difficult to close it. To close them, you really need to do a strong downward strike onto a very solid surface, so It will work for straight jabs. However, if the jab is too strong, it could close. I would be willing to bet that I could have easily punctured a hole through the melon without it closing. Thanks so much for watching and for your question!

[@erositi24]

What would be really cool with this. Is a carrying case you can wear on ur back. And take it with you

[@Karatemart]

We actually designed a case just like that for our original collapsible bo staff. It’s available on KarateMart.com. Thanks so much for watching!

[@erositi24]

@@Karatemart I'm sad was just about to order the staff and the urban combat boot knife. But it says yall don't ship to Kentucky. Ahhhhhh lol

[@Karatemart]

@@erositi24 it’s one of the most frustrating things for me as well. I’m so sorry.

[@erositi24]

@@Karatemart it's alright. Looking for things to protect my store with bc I'm the only who defends our store here. Wanted to do some good for my store. Thank you for the awesome products you make

[@Karatemart]

@@erositi24 Thanks for your understanding. I'm really hoping Kentucky changes their laws this year so that we can sell there again.

[@dice268926]

Could u create a collapsible staff that push button for both ends?

[@Karatemart]

We have a few prototypes built that work like that, but we haven’t been able to get them perfect. Maybe one day. Thanks so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@dice268926]

@@Karatemart Amazing, hopefully you get it. I'd be the first in line

[@theusualnapkins2625]

On the original bowstaff could i use it as a walking stick. such as if i was hiking?

[@Karatemart]

No…it wasn’t designed for that. Thanks so much for watching!

[@ealdie24]

very cool weapon! practical design. but too bad you can't use that to jab (it would collapse back) which would've been very useful for a Bo Staff

[@Karatemart]

Thank you! When you open it correctly, it actually takes a lot of force on a solid surface like concrete to close the ends, so thrusts against a softer surface like a body are possible. Thanks so much for watching!

[@camdenlawson513]

Hey i want to but the 2 peice collapsible bo staff that turned into 2 batons and before i buy i was wondering how strong is the quick connector does it twist and lock or is it just friction that keeps it together also beacuse when I want to hit somthing with the staff i dont want it to disconnect

[@Karatemart]

Hi! We have some different versions available, so it depends which one you are looking at. Please call our customer service team at 1800-977-6928 for any questions you have before ordering. Thank you so much!

[@cowsundayeveryweek6759]

May I ask what’s better for self defense the expandable staff or the expandable baton

[@Karatemart]

That’s a great question. The collapsible baton is much more compact, so it makes more sense as a self defense weapon. When I designed the expandable staff about 10 years ago, I didn’t design it to be a self defense weapon. I wanted to give martial artists an easy way to transport their staff too and from the dojo. Thanks so much for watching!

[@cowsundayeveryweek6759]

@@Karatemart could I ask one more question before choosing to buy a baton from your store if I try using a expandable baton to jab my attacker will it just get pushed back in the handle or will it keep its shape? Also what type of baton would you recommend me buy for the main purpose of self defense right now I’m eyeing the Blue Diamond Grip Baton and the Urban Combat Baton. But I’m not sure what baton in your store is best

[@Karatemart]

@@cowsundayeveryweek6759 excellent questions! As long as you use enough force when opening your baton, the friction will hold it open to be able to do jabs. Both of those batons are good. You might also want to look at the spring loaded expandable baton or the pocket sized version of it. Feel free to call our customer service team too…the are pretty good at answering questions related to the various weapons we sell.

[@ize_valek9805]

Hey, at your website where i choose the country i want to ship to i can only choose united states... do you ship worldwide or just usa

[@Karatemart]

We do ship internationally, but we have to check the laws in a country before shipping anything there. Please contact customer service at [e-mail] and they will be able to help you out. Thanks so much for watching!

[@ize_valek9805]

@@Karatemart how much does it cost to ship to europe?

[@Karatemart]

@@ize_valek9805 if the items are legal to ship there, we charge you exactly what it costs us. So, the shipping cost changes based on what you order. Please contact customer service for further questions. Thanks so much!

[@Aleister_E.]

That is really cool, but, and I know this may seem like a silly question, but how acrobatic can you be with it? Like can you do any kind of pole-vaulting or would it collapse under your weight? Can you suspend yourself with it bridged between two points above you?

[@Karatemart]

Hi Alex, we have a bunch of different versions we manufacture including one that is entirely steel that may be able to handle some acrobatics, but that’s not really what they are made for. I invented and got my first patent on this product 8 or 9 years ago for the purpose of being able to transport your staff easily to and from the dojo. Thanks so much for watching and for your question!