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Paul L Mon Sep 25, 2006 03:14pm
For shinguards, I still use the Umpshins I got from Honig's for my softball starter set. They are comfortable and have taken a couple of hard shots, some from shavers, with no problem. I see no reason to upgrade my shinguards. (I did get a K1 chest protector vest, which I like, but that's a different thread.) I now most often work 9 to 14 year old baseball, but hope to move up to high school baseball next year.

Does anyone think upgrading to GD-quality shinguards is worth it? If so, why? In other words, is there a significant risk of serious injury that upgraded shinguards might prevent?

Also, if I can only afford one new shinguard next year, should I get a left or a right? :rolleyes:

BigUmp56 Mon Sep 25, 2006 03:19pm
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul L
For shinguards, I still use the Umpshins I got from Honig's for my softball starter set. They are comfortable and have taken a couple of hard shots, some from shavers, with no problem. I see no reason to upgrade my shinguards. (I did get a K1 chest protector vest, which I like, but that's a different thread.) I now most often work 9 to 14 year old baseball, but hope to move up to high school baseball next year.

Does anyone think upgrading to GD-quality shinguards is worth it? If so, why? In other words, is there a significant risk of serious injury that upgraded shinguards might prevent?

Also, if I can only afford one new shinguard next year, should I get a left or a right? :rolleyes:
I don't see why these wouldn't be just fine for the HS level.

http://www.honigs.com/img_item_full/UMP20.jpg


Tim.

LLPA13UmpDan Mon Sep 25, 2006 03:50pm
ok guys and GALS, enough fun over my statement now. I bought gear once from my local sporting good store,and they sell shin guards individually, they are individually priced. Under QTY i always thought it meant 1 Shin, not a pair. We'll now i know. the hard way... :o

LLPA13UmpDan Mon Sep 25, 2006 03:51pm
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Originally Posted by PWL
I have a sneaky suspicion Dan has missed the bus on several occasions. A little play on words, so to speak....:rolleyes:
Oh, and i dont take a bus to school, i live real close.

SanDiegoSteve Mon Sep 25, 2006 03:52pm
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Originally Posted by LLPA13UmpDan
I bought gear once from my local sporting good store,and they sell shin guards individually, they are individually priced.
Color me skeptical.:rolleyes:

LLPA13UmpDan Mon Sep 25, 2006 03:54pm
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Originally Posted by SanDiegoSteve
Color me skeptical.:rolleyes:
Im not kidding you. Do you want to come see for yourself?

LakeErieUmp Mon Sep 25, 2006 04:29pm
To go with the idea of an HSM I'm thinking of moving to the HSS (hockey style shins).

Dave Hensley Mon Sep 25, 2006 05:03pm
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Originally Posted by LLPA13UmpDan
Im not kidding you. Do you want to come see for yourself?
No, just give us the name of the store and the phone number.

Carbide Keyman Mon Sep 25, 2006 06:16pm
Wow .............................
 
Why do I keep hearing the "Dragnet" theme ?

NF, have you found those keys YET !!!!!

NFump Mon Sep 25, 2006 06:41pm
I've got grandkids and they like to play with them. Gotta remember to put them up high. Let's see.....under the couch......between the cushions......playpen.....nope.

waltjp Mon Sep 25, 2006 06:50pm
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Originally Posted by LakeErieUmp
To go with the idea of an HSM I'm thinking of moving to the HSS (hockey style shins).
I bet they'd cut down on a lot of passed balls.

LakeErieUmp Mon Sep 25, 2006 06:54pm
It sure does - although I find once I go down into the scissors I can't get up again

BigUmp56 Mon Sep 25, 2006 07:02pm
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Originally Posted by LakeErieUmp
It sure does - although I find once I go down into the scissors I can't get up again
I'm going with a new chest protector too. It looks a little hot but the protection is excellent.

http://www.playitagainsports.com/PLA...-CP_4_8(1).jpg


Tim.

LakeErieUmp Mon Sep 25, 2006 07:11pm
You guys have me convinced - this winter when I'm playing hockey I'm going to try one of those Umpire Style Masks (USMs!!!)

SanDiegoSteve Mon Sep 25, 2006 07:28pm
Dan, here ya go. And they sell the leg guards by the pair, too!

http://www.1800faceoff.com/prod_img/4-4642.jpg

http://www.1800faceoff.com/prod_img/153-4065.jpg

http://www.1800faceoff.com/prod_img/98-4079.jpg

http://www.1800faceoff.com/prod_img/4-4644.jpg

http://www.1800faceoff.com/prod_img/4-4643.jpg

http://www.1800faceoff.com/prod_img/153-4067.jpg


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