Chest protector question

[greymule]

Anybody have any experience with this chest protector from +POS?

AU21/BB3000 - Ultra-Armor Chest Protector, vented mesh

Can anybody comment on the Wilson Platinum?

I'm looking especially for protection on the top of the shoulders.

Any recommendations would be appreciated, too.

[NFump]

I use the WV Platinum and protection at the top of the shoulders was one of the reasons I got it. It gives excellent(IMO) protection in that area as well as others. I don't know about the +POS.

[BigUmp56]

The umpires who spend time on my forum have discussed this protector. As I recall they've said it's similar to a ski-vest in that it zips up the front. The biggest detractor mentioned is that it's incredibly hot. It seems like a lot of cash to spend with some of the more tested protectors on the market.






Tim.

[gordon30307]

I use the Wison Platinum. It gets a big thumbs up from me. I've taken some nasty shots and have never been hurt.

[kylejt]

I love my Platinum. But try one on first. One size does not fit all. I've had the hard shell Cooper, the WV Douglas and a couple of Honigs. The Platinum is my favorite, so far.

[greymule]

The biggest detractor mentioned is that it's incredibly hot.

I have to laugh. From the description on the +POS web site:

"The air vents and mesh enforce a layer of air between you and the protector providing cool relief from exhausting heat, allowing you to maintain high energy levels."

I'll believe BigUmp56, however. That thing looks hot!

[Hock9]

I have a platinum which I really like, and I've taken some hard foul balls and haven't felt a thing. I also have an original wilson west vest, and it's pretty good but not quite as protective (and not nearly as well fitting) as the WVP. The difference (better) fit that I get from the platinum is that the front section is better formed to my torso, whereas the original has a large center piece (covers the breast bone) that is flat and doesn't conform as well. Just my personal experience.

[BigUmp56]

Originally Posted by PWL

Hear me now, believe me later. All chest protectors are hot. The weather also plays a contributing factor. Work all the night games you can get. At least the sun will not be beating down on you.

Absolutely, but for $170.00 I can find quite a few with equal protection that are cooler than a zip in +POS model.


Tim.

[Justme]

I own a Wilson Platinum & a Honigs K1. I use a Wilson Platinum when working the big boys because I feel it offers better protection but the K1 feels more comfortable to me.

[SanDiegoSteve]

The All-Star CPU28 has even better protection, and really is cooler with the vent holes, from everything the people I've spoken with have been saying about it. Plus, it has a detachable extention. It is definitely the one I would buy if I hadn't had to buy the V-Sport due to the All-Star being sold out everywhere I turned.

[BigUmp56]

From what I've heard the protection is excellent with the protector. But I agree that for my money I'd look for something else.


Tim.

[SanDiegoSteve]

The All-Star can be had for $124 to $150 depending upon from whom you purchase it.

[ozzy6900]

In my opinion, the BB3000 is for small diamond use only. I was not impressed with the protection and I am sure that I would not use it on the 90' diamond.

I would not trust this taking an 80 MPH pitch as much as I trust my WV Platinum. To me, there is no comparison.

[LomUmp]

Hey all,

I have the V-sport that SDS mentioned and, so far, I love it. It fits me a lot better than the WV Platinum or Gold because I have a larger (17") V-sport. Protection looks to be comparable.

LomUmp

[LMan]

I use the V-Sport (was all of $65). It takes HS varsity shots without a problem.