Sai Balance

[galahad25]

I look for the balance to be as close as possible to the inside of the prongs where they meet the hilt.  This is the rotating point for almost every sai motion.  There are some good tutorials for the sai on youtube.  I suggest you check them out.  Also many Kobudo instructors have been well trained inthe sai.

[bogirl]

I believe they balance point should be maybe an inch up the "blade" from where the prongs join to it.  It shouldn't be too tip heavy or to butt-end heavy.  Having the balance point close to the junction allows for easier transitions from stabbing to punching or blocking.

[gar0u]

Should sai be balanced at the "hilt" for lack of a better term?  Mine are probably about 12" long; they fit well against my forearm.  But when I try and spin them out to attack, then back to block, they feel like they're just not balanced well.

Anyone know where the center of gravity should be on a well-balanced sai?