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Model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVANGUARD ESSENTIAL Bogu Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical, protective, and affordable Bogu set for beginners, club use, and Kendoka who need a dependable spare set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVANGUARD ESSENTIAL Bogu Set\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for Kendoka who want the trusted protection of the VANGUARD series in a more economical and functional specification. It keeps the most important protective qualities of the Original VANGUARD set, while reducing optional decorative and comfort features to create a more accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_video_wrap\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wB1qDB1EI6E?si=g0z4FoJiDOrCu5hs\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_highlight\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrice Includes Essential Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes \u003cstrong\u003eHimo, Chichikawa, and Tenugui\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you have the essential accessories needed to start using your Bogu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Choice For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginners on a budget\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA strong first Bogu set for those who need reliable protection at an accessible price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub and Dojo use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA practical option for communal Bogu used by beginners and new members.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA low cost spare set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUseful for Kendoka who want a dependable backup set for regular Keiko or club use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable 10mm padded stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to provide strong cushioning in the main strike areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal VANGUARD model Kote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses the same Kote as our Original VANGUARD model, giving excellent protection and flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft and flexible Futon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to feel comfortable while maintaining important protective qualities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 piece type synthetic Do\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupplied with a practical synthetic black Do-dai and Souzashi Do Mune design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple, functional specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA clean and practical design that focuses on the essentials of protection, fit, and value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt on VANGUARD Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its competitive price, the VANGUARD ESSENTIAL Bogu Set does not compromise on the most important aspects of quality and protection. The Futon strike zone uses the same protective 10mm construction found in the best selling Original VANGUARD model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means VANGUARD ESSENTIAL keeps the essential protective qualities of the VANGUARD series, while simplifying the overall specification to make the set even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_soft_stack\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection Where It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is designed around practical protection for real Keiko, making it especially suitable for beginners, club use, and Kendoka receiving frequent strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical and Affordable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy focusing on essential protective features and reducing unnecessary decorative extras, this set offers excellent value without losing the core VANGUARD feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Men uses comfortable \u003cstrong\u003e10mm stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the Futon excellent protective cushioning quality. An additional layer of \u003cstrong\u003eShin\u003c\/strong\u003e, or inner padding, is also included to further support protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_image_wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"VANGUARD ESSENTIAL Men\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/SLV_8987_480x480.jpg?v=1599139324\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKote\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kote are the same model used in our Original VANGUARD Bogu set. They feature the same 10mm stitching as the Men, along with additional padding in the strike zone to help protect the hands from hard strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wrist joint uses an original cut that is extremely flexible while remaining durable. The palms are made from tough synthetic leather, and Yoroi-Kazari is used on the fists for increased manoeuvrability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_image_wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"VANGUARD ESSENTIAL Kote\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/SLV_8985_480x480.jpg?v=1599139419\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set now comes with a \u003cstrong\u003e50 piece type synthetic black Do-dai\u003c\/strong\u003e, fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003eSouzashi Do Mune design\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives the set a clean, traditional look while keeping it practical and economical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_image_wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"VANGUARD ESSENTIAL Do\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_7566_600x600.jpg?v=1574786100\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the Men and Kote, the Tare features protective 10mm stitching and a simple, functional design. The Mae-Obi, or waist belt, is made to be flexible and comfortable, while the panels use the same 10mm stitching to maximise protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_image_wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"VANGUARD ESSENTIAL Tare\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/SLV_8979_480x480.jpg?v=1599139448\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeasuring Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow the measuring guide carefully when ordering. Accurate measurements help us supply the most suitable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_dropdown\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMen Measuring Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_dropdown_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_measure_card\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Men measurement A guide\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8397_240x240.jpg?v=1641997026\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the tip of the chin to the furthest point at the crown. Keep your mouth closed and keep the tape in front of the ears. The tape should be reasonably tight, but not squeezing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_measure_card\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Men measurement B guide\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8398_240x240.jpg?v=1641997195\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eB Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure around the forehead at the widest point, where you would wear a hat. Keep the tape above your ears and eyebrows.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_measure_card\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Men measurement C guide\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8399_240x240.jpg?v=1641997407\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eC Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the bottom of the chin to the middle of the eyes. For accuracy, have someone help you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_dropdown\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKote Measuring Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_dropdown_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_measure_card\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Kote measurement D guide\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eD Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the wrist joint to the tip of the middle finger.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_measure_card\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Kote measurement E guide\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eE Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure in a slight diagonal line around the knuckle and palm area.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_measure_card\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Kote measurement F guide\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eF Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure around the palm, with all fingers and thumb closed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks_vanguard_essential_note\"\u003eActual product may vary slightly from photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KendoStar International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31135358812224,"sku":"","price":501.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/BASICTOP2024.jpg?v=1723728207","url":"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/en-eu\/products\/vanguard-basicv2-set","provider":"KendoStar International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}