The Boxers Arm Length Pocketbook

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by Slickstar, Aug 20, 2011.


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  1. Atritionist

    Atritionist Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    So does Martinez, his wingspan is 75". :think
     
    Atritionist, Aug 22, 2011
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  2. Leon

    Leon The Artful Dodger Full Member

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    This is why Sexy Sergio has a larger frame and started off his career at 147.
     
    Leon, Aug 22, 2011
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  3. Phanekim

    Phanekim Well-Known Member Full Member

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    they differ in the measure from fist to pit. most just measure the wingspan.
     
    Phanekim, Aug 22, 2011
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  4. sthomas

    sthomas Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Maybe Mayweather has really deep arm pits?:think
     
    sthomas, Aug 22, 2011
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  5. Arranmcl

    Arranmcl Arran Full Member

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    Is wingspan fingertip, across the chest to fingertip?
     
    Arranmcl, Aug 22, 2011
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  6. DanielJFiasco

    DanielJFiasco Active Member Full Member

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    I don't understand why arm length is deemed more accurate than the traditional "reach" measurement or wingspan.

    Example - If Paul Williams has a reach of 82" then his chin is about 41" away from his jab when he throws it. I don't care how long or short his arms are, if his chin is THAT far away.

    A guy might have six inch t-rex arms, but if his shoulders are broad enough to build an outhouse on then your no closer to him to hit. Arm length means a lot less compared to reach in my opinion, even if these numbers are accurate...
     
    DanielJFiasco, Aug 23, 2011
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