Helmet v Mask

[cowbyfan1]

I think the nail was hit earlier on this issue. The majority of umpires in 15-20 will be wearing a helmet because that is what they grew up in and around as kids, especially now that the FED said it has to be a helmet.

I wear it mainly for the protection. I have taken some serious shots to it from a high 90's fast ball off aluminum bats. This is just as bad, if not worst than a major leaguer with a wood bat. I have never felt any pain as a result. \
Yes the field of vision is nice with the balls and strike calling but I take it off as soon as the ball is hit just the same as I would with a regular mask.