Re: Basic fighting stance?
I tend to fight from what we refer to as a "Sprinter's Neutral bow." It differs from a regular NB in that the back heel is slightly off the ground (basically, it's about 1/2 way between a neutral-bow and a wide-kneel). This serves to give you a little more "spring." My stance also tends to be just slightly shorter than the classic "Knee-to-heel" depth of the NB just because I can move a little quicker this way. If I need more stability, it's easy to just settle into a NB.
just my $0.02
The test: "Will this work so that I can use it instinctively in vital combat against an opponent who is determined to prevent me from doing so, and who is striving to eliminate me by fair means or foul?" ~ Col. Rex Applegate
Matt K.