A sharp, budget-friendly SLX finisher that forces reactions and taps.
The Bottom Line
You add a high-percentage footlock threat to SLX. Entries, lapel variations, and switches keep opponents guessing. You will not get a full SLX sweep system here.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Finish hunters
Skip if: You need full systems
Tech focus: Belly Down Ankle Lock, Single Leg X, 50/50
Biggest takeaway: Threaten immediate taps
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What You'll Learn
A focused, two-volume module that weaponizes SLX into a devastating belly-down straight ankle lock with lapel variants, plus switches to 50/50, knee bars, and back takes. Best for adding a finishing threat to an existing SLX game.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Single Leg X
- Belly Down Ankle Lock
- Lapel Single Leg X
- 50/50
- Knee Bar
- Back Take
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection, System Based
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 12 minutes
- Volumes: 2
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I use targeted finish modules like this to make opponents respect SLX enough to concede sweeps.
Why Tarik Hopstock?
Norwegian black belt known for innovation (Tarikoplata) and high-level submission mechanics.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Hopstock is directly recommended in SLX recommendation threads.
- Practitioners report this ankle lock bites fast and changes passing behavior.
- Fans like the modern lapel SLX variations included.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Specialized focus means less complete SLX coverage.
- Some prefer outside heel hook paths from Applegate or Gordon for no-gi.
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Smart Alternatives
- How To Dominate Single Leg X – Broader SLX base with sweeps and get-ups. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- Fundamental X Guards – Adds x-guard options that set up footlocks. (Price: $79.00, 2 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Belly Down Footlock From Single Leg X on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
