Comfortable leg guards

[ncump7]

Mine are the ivex and they only have 2 straps. I have tightened them as far as they will go due to the way the straps are attached with velcro, then I taped them tighter. They still turn. I have to straighten them at least once per half inning.

[PABlue]

Look at the pro nine guards they are fairly inexpensive,loight and are very comfortable.

[UMP25]

Originally Posted by ncump7

Mine are the ivex and they only have 2 straps. I have tightened them as far as they will go due to the way the straps are attached with velcro, then I taped them tighter. They still turn. I have to straighten them at least once per half inning.

The Davis guards don't have Velcro straps, so this isn't a major issue.

[kylejt]

I tried the Davis guards on yesterday. How do you keep the "wings" tight to your ankles? They just seemed to flap outwards.

They are nicely built, but just didn't fit me.

[UMP25]

Good question. Mine just stay right under my pants, as I don't have them low enough to where they show that much.

[LomUmp]

Hey all,

I use the Honig's K-30 shins and have no problem with them slipping or twisting. They are pretty light as well.

LomUmp

[Klokard]

Hey y'all. New to Forum. Just a quick note to this thread. Try the Carlucci shin guards. Cece Carlucci aka Mr. Ump has been making custom umpire gear for 40 years. It is not off the shelf stuff and therefor a little more expensive than other gear but by far the best.

[Klokard]

Sorry, hit the wrong key. Anyway. Cece Carlucci makes some outstanding gear. I have had his shins, chest protector and ball bags since the mid 80's. It has been repaired a few times but fact is, it's still doing it's job. I do 50+ games every year and will hopefully never have to wear any other protective equipment.