Kill-As-Catch-Can: Wrestling Skills for Streetfighting

Rating:
Summary: Eh..Not enough pictures
Review: As bad as it sounds this book didn't have enough pictures. Well before I go on like me start by saying I'm a pro-wrestler with previous grappling experience...This book makes a fairly good read. But Still when I pick up a book on martial arts I expect to see pics of real people in it.. This book had only drawings. Ofcourse this isn't really a tech nique book, it's more like a book that explains Catch wrestling. If you do pick up this book also pick up "winning Wrestling Moves" and "Gene LeBell's Encyclopedia of finishing holds". This book really explains some of the Techs that are hown in the other book..I still recommend this book, but pick up the other two in conjunction with it.. All are sold here.

Rating:
Summary: Much better than his boxing book...
Review: His new book does have some new things to teach you. The grappling and the Greco-Roman to freestyle moves are very effective. However, I do believe to be a better ground fighter, it's better to learn judo and jijitsu since that gives you quicker and more effective moves utilizing all your body and chi.

Rating:
Summary: OK, but incomplete
Review: I initially bought this because 1) I liked "Championship Streetfighting", also by the author, and 2) I do a lot of submission grappling, and want to learn anything useful. I was dissapointed by much of what I read. The good:I learned a little about the history of wrestling that I didn't know; I found the principles in the begging to be most useful; the author does a decent job of converting amature moves to a street scenario; this is one of the few books I've read that talks about biting and gouging, though I think Beaumont's kind of reaching to include them in this book; and lastly, the bibliography helps the reader find more, practical information about grappling in the "pavement arena". The bad: most noticably, there are rather crudely drawn pencil illustrations, and no photos; the takedowns, as presented, are not "technically sound", and I think it's because of a lack of experiance on Beaumont's part; some of the holds are taken direclty from professional wrestling's "show holds", like the Cammel Clutch and Figure-four leglock (I've wrestled a lot of guys, and I've even tried to make use of pro-wrestling holds, but I've never seen anyone put that leglock on someone with half a brain and better conditioning than a hampster). About half the info was useful to me, and I'll give props to the author for sticking to the theme of Western arts as self defence, but if you grapple for fun or sport, borrow it, and if you're looking for quick and easy self-defence, avoid it. In closing, I'd like to emphasise that this is NOT a useless book, it's just that finding the useful stuff is one of those needle-haystack things.

Rating:
Summary: OK, but incomplete
Review: I initially bought this because 1) I liked "Championship Streetfighting", also by the author, and 2) I do a lot of submission grappling, and want to learn anything useful. I was dissapointed by much of what I read. The good:I learned a little about the history of wrestling that I didn't know; I found the principles in the begging to be most useful; the author does a decent job of converting amature moves to a street scenario; this is one of the few books I've read that talks about biting and gouging, though I think Beaumont's kind of reaching to include them in this book; and lastly, the bibliography helps the reader find more, practical information about grappling in the "pavement arena". The bad: most noticably, there are rather crudely drawn pencil illustrations, and no photos; the takedowns, as presented, are not "technically sound", and I think it's because of a lack of experiance on Beaumont's part; some of the holds are taken direclty from professional wrestling's "show holds", like the Cammel Clutch and Figure-four leglock (I've wrestled a lot of guys, and I've even tried to make use of pro-wrestling holds, but I've never seen anyone put that leglock on someone with half a brain and better conditioning than a hampster). About half the info was useful to me, and I'll give props to the author for sticking to the theme of Western arts as self defence, but if you grapple for fun or sport, borrow it, and if you're looking for quick and easy self-defence, avoid it. In closing, I'd like to emphasise that this is NOT a useless book, it's just that finding the useful stuff is one of those needle-haystack things.

Rating:
Summary: good book but I have better
Review: The "reality" combative followers might be disappointed in this book.Sure it's helpfull and has decent techniques but there is nothing in this book that can't be found elsewhere in REAL photos.

Rating:
Summary: Ok if you're "interested," but not if you intend to apply it
Review: This book discusses practical street combat from a wrestler's perspective. As expected, the author's focus is from the stand-up engagement that is taken down and finished on the ground. The subject matter is light reading without in-depth instruction. The book's pictures need improvement as the novice may find some figure's inadequate to completely convey the message of the instruction. Overall, the book is a good practical source for both the novice and stand-up only student. It does not add too much value for the mixed-art street oriented combat student.

Rating:
Summary: An excellent introduction to street grappling.
Review: This book explores the use of simple, effective grappling techniques. The illustrations are simple and clear. The advice on physical conditioning alone is worth the price of the book. Also, there are some excellent suggestions for further study. If you are a wrestling fan, martial artist, or self-defense afficionado, you will enjoy this no-nonsense book.

Rating:
Summary: decent, but not Beamont at his best
Review: This book is a must read for one reason only and that is the fantastic advice that it contains regarding body-building. The rest of the book contains wrestling techniques that are too advanced for the average joe who just wants to know how to use the bit of high school wrestling he knows in a dust up. Also the book is not as entertaining as Beaumont's other books. Read Championship Streetfighting to see Beaumont at his best.

Rating:
Summary: I liked it.
Review: This book maybe a little simple. And some of the moves far fetched. But I really enjoyed it. And as the title says its a guide for streetfighters, not olympic hopefulls. Ned's writing style cuts right to the chase and leaves a smile on your face. He is very entertaining to read. And as an added bonus about 1/3 of the book is the best weightlifting, conditioning advice you can get anywhere. Take a little bit of Pavel a dash of Furey mix it with milk and supersquats and you have got a taste of the conditioning program.

Rating:
Summary: Solid Book, Great for anyone interested in No holds Barred
Review: What else can I say about this book that hasn't been said already? Sure you've witnessed a few UFCs or have seen a few street fights but what really works on the street, whats the best defence? This book sums up what you need in your arsonal, superior wreslting and grappling skills with the submision and finishing moves to go with em. Anyone who thinks that karate,boxing, or some other stricking art is enough to protect them needs to read this book. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to know how to fight no holds barred. Great for amatures who know nothing of wrestling, great even for expirienced wrestlers who know the grappling skills down to a T but have limited knowledge on submision moves or finishing (killing) moves. This book has it all and as many others have mentioned before, it has a great conditioning section to help get you in the shape you need to apply your skills to their upmost potential.