A good basic jiu jitsu gi is a staple in every jiu jitsu player's closet. Not only is it an inexpensive entry gi for those new to the gentle art, but it's also a good wardrobe filler for the serious practitioner, the kind who trains several times a week and puts a lot of miles on their kimonos. 

The bjj gi market features a ton of great basic, entry-level jiu jitsu gis. We know... we've tried and tested them all, bringing you only the best. 

But even among the best, there are variations. So we decided to give you a run-down of our three favorites: 

KINGZ BASIC 2.0

Released in 2016, the second edition of Kingz' Basic BJJ Gi features a lightweight 400 GSM High-Tech Pearl Weave jacket, 10 oz cotton pants, and newly designed woven patches along both shoulders and a single square patch on the front left hip. This gi comes with a free white belt, and has a cut for women and kids.

Color options - White, Blue, Black

Price point - $89.95

TATAMI NOVA

In it's latest - 2015 - iteration, the Tatami Nova BJJ Gi features a relatively lightweight 425 GSM High-Tech Single Weave jacket, 10 oz twill cotton pants, and woven patches along both shoulders and down both legs. This gi also comes with a free white belt, and has a cut for women and kids.

Color options - White, Blue, Black

Price point - $89.95

FUJI ALL AROUND (VICTORY)

Having been around for about a decade, the Fuji All Around BJJ Gi pretty much set the standard for affordable, basic gis. It features a mid-weight cotton single weave jacket, durable cotton pants, and exceptionally minimal styling, with the Fuji logo embroidered on the left arm and back of the jacket. This gi does not come with a free white belt. Fuji does offer a kid's version of this gi.

Color options- White, Blue, Black, Navy

Price point - $90.99

IN REVIEW

As you can see, each of these gis are comparable, but offer something just a bit different than the others. Your choice between the three will ultimately come down to gi weight and fit.

Fuji is the heaviest of the three, followed by Tatami and then Kingz. Depending on your individual goals - everyday training versus competition, for example - you might prefer a lighter gi over a heavier, or vice versa. As a great basic gi should, all three have a solid range of sizing, with options for the variety of body types, including the shorter, longer-limbed, or huskier practitioners. Fuji tends to be roomier in the arms and shoulders; Kingz has a more tailored, competition style cut, but offers a few popular H (husky) sizes; and Tatami has options for both the shorter (S) and extra-long (XL) individuals. 

Of course, nothing beats trying the gi on yourself - so don't miss an opportunity to hit up the Fighters Market San Diego store and our booths at the major IBJJF events. But for those who can't, we hope this article gives you a good place to start! 

Train on. Oss.