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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 03:14pm
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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?
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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?
I don't see why these wouldn't be just fine for the HS level.




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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 03:50pm
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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...
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 03:51pm
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I have a sneaky suspicion Dan has missed the bus on several occasions. A little play on words, so to speak....
Oh, and i dont take a bus to school, i live real close.
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 03:52pm
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I bought gear once from my local sporting good store,and they sell shin guards individually, they are individually priced.
Color me skeptical.
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 03:54pm
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Color me skeptical.
Im not kidding you. Do you want to come see for yourself?
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 04:29pm
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To go with the idea of an HSM I'm thinking of moving to the HSS (hockey style shins).
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 05:03pm
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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.
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 06:16pm
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Wow .............................
Why do I keep hearing the "Dragnet" theme ?

NF, have you found those keys YET !!!!!
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 06:41pm
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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.
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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.
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 06:54pm
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It sure does - although I find once I go down into the scissors I can't get up again
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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.




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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 07:11pm
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You guys have me convinced - this winter when I'm playing hockey I'm going to try one of those Umpire Style Masks (USMs!!!)
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Old Mon Sep 25, 2006, 07:28pm
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Dan, here ya go. And they sell the leg guards by the pair, too!











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