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Simply The Best 
I was having a discussion about umpires helmetware with a couple of manufacturers and received a prototype that looks a lot like this:
Bulwark: American Football Helmet
...except smaller diameter mask bars, and more of them, a lot more ventilation as long slots and holes and light as a feather.
They have kids models coming out for Dixie and other youth ball in 2013.
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Originally Posted by SAump
The lacrosse helmet already meets the baseball standards. It looks much better than the HSM or football helmet.
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Never thought about the lacrosse helmet or was aware that it met NOSCAE baseball requirements.
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The objection was removing the helmet chin strap during live action. I say leave it on.
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I teach leave the helmet in place at all times except between innings.
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The problem is finding a reputable ump willing to cross the field holding one in his left hand. Send us a pic!
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We are very much cosmetic beasts, yes?
