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By Kevin von Duuglas-Ittu · Posted
Muay Siam October 1987 We consider the Golden Age the pinnacle of Thailand's Muay Thai, and probably rightly so due to the complexity of style matchups, the depth of the talent pool, the flux of money into the sport, the rise of an educated urban fanbase, and the flourishing of lower weight classes (which had been largely opportunity-suppressed in past decades), but...the Silver Age was characterized by much tougher, more aggressive fighting styles, by reputation. Here, the GOAT to many, Wichannoi, is reported to be opening a gym because the fighters in 1987 were lacking in intensity, going backwards, in the Femeu style that today we celebrate. It important to note though that Wichannoi was one of the most forward, aggressive fighters of his time, fighting up later in his career, so there is a bit of stylistic bias here (like how Samart or Saenchai complain about Muay Khao fighters). All the same, good to note the history and shifting trends. It's also worth noting that in the 1970s there were many femeu greats, and even some Muay Khao fighters would even fight backwards, like this fight in high profile fight 1973, with Burklerk (light shorts) a World Boxing Champion to boot: Burklerk Singgit vs Chalermsak Ploenjit -
By Kevin von Duuglas-Ittu · Posted
from the same: from "Introduction: commodities and the politics of value" ARJUN APPADURAI Commodities (under this approach any object of exchange is in the state of being commodity, there are no "things" that are commodities) follow customary paths, but also diversion paths, and can acquire an exotic value when diverted. This is something that traditional Muay Thai faces as itself becomes transformed by foreign interest and Capital pressures. Tracing the "customary" from the "diversion" is slippery and shifting. -
By Kevin von Duuglas-Ittu · Posted
It's truly incredible how Somrak pretty much shuts out a pretty reputable fighter in Gaonar PK in this friendly spar. Yeah, Gaonar isn't putting it on him, but this is the regular ol' your point, my point dominance game in sparring done since kids. Gaonar is definitely trying to get the point back. Somrak surreal with his off-beats and that lead leg bounce.
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That sounds promising if you've already moved, how are things going for you now? -
By Kevin von Duuglas-Ittu · Posted
I'm sorry I don't really know. Sylvie is in touch with a collector and this person is where she buys hers, but there are not multiple copies available. Maybe someone else would know of a larger source. -
Where can I find some physical old Muay Thai magazines? I am located in Bangkok. Thanks -
By Snack Payback · Posted
I can only comment on Perth. There's a very active Muay Thai scene here - regular shows. Plenty of gyms across the city with Thai trainers. All gyms offer trial classes so you can try a few out before committing . Direct flights to Bangkok and Phuket as well. Would you be coming over on a working holiday visa? Loads of work around Western Australia at the moment. -
By kkadzielna · Posted
Hi, I'm considering moving to Australia from the UK and I'm curious what is the scene like? Is it easy to fight frequently (proam/pro level), especially as a female? How does it compare to the UK? Any gym recommendations? I'll be grateful for any insights.
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