$40-$70 Titanium Cage LSH
Survey says?
1) Why shell out the dough on a black HSM w/ titanium cage when a cheaper alternative may consider product A) Warrior Pro Z Black Lacrosse Helmet & Titanium Mask L - eBay (item 400014619205 end time Dec-07-08 20:10:29 PST) or product B) Warrior Viking HVKB Black Lacrosse Helmet & Mask XL - eBay (item 400014042524 end time Dec-07-08 19:34:28 PST) 2) Would you buy a LSH? Consider these benefits: A) cost less, B) improved air flow, C) cage protection on par w/ HSM, D) improved vision, E) less vulnerable collar, F) eliminate pads, and G) less risk of concussion. 3) Do you consider this LSH a visual/fashion improvement over the HSM? For comparison: http://www.onlinesports.com/images/wls-wta5590bla.jpg |
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SAump: I would not buy either because of the vertical bar that is in the middel of the mask. MTD, Sr. |
And the fact that there is a chin strap, severly limiting the ability to take off the "mask".
Oh wait, HSM wearers don't take off their "masks" so this may add to their arguement. And how are you going to fit a hat under there. |
What Hat?
Thanks for the replies.
1) How long will it take to remove that annoying bar with a hacksaw? 2) One should remove a mask. One should not remove a helmet. Say goodbye to that HSM throat guard attachment and replacing all those worn out plate hats. Would you wear a helmet without a chin strap? HSM users who now worry about getting hit on the back of the head have a better argument for wearing a chin strap. It reduces the risk of concussion from a 95mph foul ball. Think of it as safety and well-being or continue to wear a mask at your own risk. 3) There was discussion about players having to wear a helmet w/face shield for his or her safety. Rules were amended to allow their voluntary use by participants. The idea of implementing a mandatory requirement was rejected. Base coaches couldn't escape the requirement of wearing a fielder's helmet. It won't be long before the issue returns to the discussion table. |
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[quote=SAump;555908]Thanks for the replies.
1) How long will it take to remove that annoying bar with a hacksaw?/quote] One should never assume they know more than the engineers that designed the protective device in the first place. This usually leads to meeting new acquaintances in the local Emergency Room. Quote:
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SA, you are heading for another fall with this discussion! :rolleyes: |
Stubborn, old umpires.
I own one of these Wilson HSMs, and I have yet to use it. I prefer a mask. But if I was in the market for one, it certainly would be any one of the dozen or so that are designed for baseball and not this hoaky-looking thing--especially just because it's cheaper. |
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I believe those who say it easy to take off a HSM once they pass the "muscle memory" stage. Why would they be opposed to wearing a chin strap? It applies the same muscle memory requirement w/out the danger imposed by that dangling throat guard. If I were hit that hard, I rather worry about the integrity of the frame than my state of well-being? BIWSTFAD! |
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Also, to what danger are you referring? That sentence doesn't even make sense. |
Its a snap!
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I made my point, snap.
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http://sports-and-outdoors.become.co...ambigcatid=782 http://cgi.ebay.com/PLH-2000-Black-L...3A1%7C294%3A50 Enough about the strap, or snap, I thank you for your comments. I will reflect on them. Lets hear from others for a couple of pages and/or let the thread expire. Can the LaCrosse helmet take the shot and provide better protection for the user? |
Aside from the fact that those lacrosse helmets look incredibly stupid, I wouldn't trust one while taking a foul tip on the face. (Especially if there was a hacksaw involved to saw some of the bars off)
I have a HSM and it is really easy to take off with one hand. It's pretty easy to put it back on with one hand too. |
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