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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 09:02am
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go to zebrasports out of alabama and buy the S-M for $99.00! it's a steal at that price and that is the size you want, we are about the same. you won't be sorry. they only have a couple left and what is the worst that can happen, you get it, put it on and hate it; send it back for a refund, all you are out is the shipping.
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 09:58am
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what is the worst that can happen, you get it, put it on and hate it; send it back for a refund, all you are out is the shipping.
Or, sell it on ebay for $100 and have the buyer pay for the shipping.
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 10:23am
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Or, the most likely scenario: Sell it on ebay for a modest profit. Used golds and platinums go for $120 minimum.
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 10:50am
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go to zebrasports out of alabama and buy the S-M for $99.00! it's a steal at that price and that is the size you want, we are about the same. you won't be sorry. they only have a couple left and what is the worst that can happen, you get it, put it on and hate it; send it back for a refund, all you are out is the shipping.
Zebra Sports is no longer in business, as the Wingards grew tired of trying to run two businesses. They will be missed in this market.
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 12:48pm
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Zebra Sports is no longer in business, as the Wingards grew tired of trying to run two businesses. They will be missed in this market.
that's funny, i just purchased a gold from them for $99 from their website and it is on its way, should arrive on wednesday. they also have a gold listed on ebay right now for $110. sounds like they are still in business to me.
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 01:27pm
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I ordered the s-m from Zebra sports sounds like a good deal to me now on to find me a good mask

thanks guys
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 02:13pm
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okay, now masks are an entirely different animal ... do you want a standard mask or bucket style? double-bar or single? there are tons to choose from. west vest, honigs, all-star, diamond, schutt, etc. i use a west vest mask because that is what i am comfortable with and used to. but the possibilities with masks are endless. if you want a bucket then someone on here will be able to guide you in the right direction. good choice on the protector, let me know what you think of it.
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 02:28pm
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I definatley want a standard mask most I have seen are single bar but a question I did have is the weight on a long day how much difference is one that weighs half a pound more vs one that weighs half a pound less , does that half of a pound add up to equal 10 pounds at the end of the day lol and I heard that low profile masks get more of the impact than the others is there any truth to that
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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 03:01pm
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I definatley want a standard mask most I have seen are single bar but a question I did have is the weight on a long day how much difference is one that weighs half a pound more vs one that weighs half a pound less , does that half of a pound add up to equal 10 pounds at the end of the day lol and I heard that low profile masks get more of the impact than the others is there any truth to that
Low profile tends to absorb a between-the-eyes shot more than the rounder traditional profile. A true between-the-eyes shot happens a few times a season, but for the thousands of other pitches, the low-profile definitely helps you track more pitches--especially in the low part of the zone. A slightly off-center shot and the low-profile spins off just like it's supposed to. So for a periodic straight shot, the standard profile gives you slightly better deflection, but takes away some of your view. It's a trade-off.

And if you do choose the silver diamond or a gray titanium, the lighter bars are less distracting than the black bars. Another thing about the weight: Every ounce counts. For the thousands of times that you are not getting hit, the lightweight is a wonderful relief to the neck. And the other benefit is that it's less of a strain on your arm if you peel it off a few hundred times. With the old mask, I used to have a sore arm the day after a game. Now, I don't. I never even thought of that benefit.

The $200 is a tough swallow when you start out, I know, but comfort and visibility should count for a lot.

Diamond silver= One game fee (H.S.)
All-Star titanium= Two game fees
Wilson titanium= Two and a half game fees

That's the way I justify gear purchases.

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Old Sun Jan 18, 2009, 02:18pm
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Go ultra-light no matter what you choose. Diamond's new one is a pretty good answer to the titanium at less than half the cost. And the Diamond cage design offers a tab on top for a little extra skull protection. Wilson pads are better, though.
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