[BktBallRef]

Originally Posted by SanDiegoSteve

I suggest the Tanel 360 plate shoe. It is athletic, has great cleat pattern and traction, is very lightweight, and does not have the clunky, Herman Munster look that most plate shoes have. It looks great! Excellent choice for a football umpire.

Originally Posted by GerryB

Let me third that - Tanel. Athletic shoe with great protection.

Originally Posted by jkumpire

Ref,

I would also look into the Riddell plate shoes if honig;s stil has them. They are low cut, studded bottom, good protection. I used them while umpiring in FB games, and they saved my feet often.

I know exactly what you mean in trying to deal with LB's and TE's as an umpire. They seem to make us targets and picks more and more often these days.

Originally Posted by fitump56

The only problem I have with the Tanels is that they wear at the cushions at the top of the foot insert.

Thanks for the advice, fellas. I appreciate it. I'll give'em a try.