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Comfortable leg guards
Any suggestions for the most comfortable leg guards? I typically do big field games by myself for rec., Freshmen and JV. My legs are getting chewed up as I'm running. My current leg guards are no name, cheap, hand me downs. Thanks!
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Thanks for the advice! I think I'll try the leg wear first before laying out the money for new leg gurards. Although they are no names, I've been hit quite a few times and they've done the job! Matt |
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Matt, I second the leg wear. I have worn McDavid ankle-length interawear for years--only because Under Armour, my preferred vendor, does not have a built-in cup pocket, whereas McDavid does--and it makes a huge difference. In addition, I use the Gerry Davis shin guards. They're the lightest guards I've ever worn, AND they're the most protective, IMHO, especially around the knee area. They're also among the most inexpensive. After using the West Vest guards and others for some time, I'd never leave my Davis ones. I criss-cross the two strap guards and I'm set.
Last edited by UMP25; Mon Apr 23, 2007 at 09:48am. |
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Ditto. Criss-cross and McDavids. I use cheap Coopers because they fit me so well. Be sure the gap between your plate shoes and the bottem of the s/g is covered. My WV s/g's are in my garage as backups. I like the light, thin, CoolMax lined Coopers.
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I hate my shins, I have the Honig's K17's (I think)...they do the job, but they're heavy...would like to get a new pair...but I just can't justify getting new ones...I've been spending my money on Under Armour, better socks, etc... and other things that aid in the comfort of working in extreme heat/cold...so far, it's been well worth the investment. BTW...I'd recommend wearing some type of full length compressions on the plate and bases, you'll never go back...it really does keep you either warmer or cooler, whichever you prefer.
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Johnny, try the Davis guards. You'll love them. Plus, they're significantly less costly than others, so the price should be more agreeable to you.
Note: Some have reported that using the Davis guards under combo pants doesn't fit well due to the Davis guards' generous knee protection. I wouldn't know, as I don't wear combo pants. |
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K17's are too heavy?? I've used mine for ages, and once I went to my NB plate shoes, the K17's have lightened up considerably...
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For comfort I really liked the Davis shinguards. My prob is that I had a hard time keeping them clean. I ended up having to toss them after I developed a rash on my legs.
I was recommended a pair of Pro Nine's so I picked some up. They have pro features and a reasonably comfortable. The best part is I can remove the knee cap and the shin liner and throw them in the washer. |
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Ice, with the Davis guards, try this:
1. If they're quite dusty after a game, keep a water spray bottle handy and simply squirt some onto the guards, especially the crevices and all. 2. Also use a little Fabreeze on them to keep them from getting all scummy. FWIW, I also use Fabreeze on my caps after every game. It keeps the sweat stains from building up and keeps the dirt from settling in. While I buy new caps every year, I have extended the life of them when using Fabreeze. |
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I put my chest protector, shin guards and face mask in the back seat and drive home with the back windows down, then put them back in the trunk. I also take the chest protector and shin guards out about once a week and spray them down with a water hose and then lay them on the top of the bushes out front of the house to dry. Hats are also laid in the back seat and when they get to looking bad I put them the dishwasher for cleaning and then hang up to dry
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I have been using Davis shin guards for years. They are pretty light and comfortable, but I have a problem with them sliding around during the game. I ordered some pro nine last week and they arrived today. They seem pretty nice and I like the fact you can remove the pads and wash them. I have also used Fabreze on shins, cp, and cap. It seems to work pretty well.
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