Whistles

Originally Posted by ODog

Because you notice no appreciable difference from the Classic or because it is, in fact, so much louder it's tough to take?

Both. I deafen myself whenever I use the Sonik Blast and it is harder to manipulate the tweet.

[Rooster]

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

I like these the best.

This is what I see on coaches' faces when I call one against their team.

[Mark Padgett]

Originally Posted by Rooster

This is what I see on coaches' faces when I call one against their team.

Especially the blue one. BTW - did you notice one of them says "MADE IN CHINA" on it? Maybe Yao Ming posed for it?

[Mregor]

Originally Posted by ODog

Anyone tried the Fox 40 Sonik Blast?

Just wondering if the supposed extra decibels are true/worth it.

Tried one for football. Don't like it. Takes too much air.

[Mregor]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

I missed that these were CMGs. I know that some who have them have a "replacement" that they use for the cushion. What it is, I don't know.

Tobacco pipe tip covers. Like a wide rubber band. I tried them when the CMG changed to the fat thing it is now instead of how it was when they first came out. Used to use them and ran out. Never really missed them until I read this. Think I'll try to pick some up if I see them.

[constable]

Originally Posted by ODog

Anyone tried the Fox 40 Sonik Blast?

Just wondering if the supposed extra decibels are true/worth it.

The Sonik sounds absolutely horrible. I refuse to use it officiating. I bought one and now use it to direct traffic at work.

I prefer the Eclipse. It sounds the exact same as the classic IMHO. I always have a few spares on hand.

Originally Posted by constable

I prefer the Eclipse. It sounds the exact same as the classic IMHO. I always have a few spares on hand.

If the Eclipse sounds the same, what is the advantage over the Fox 40 Classic or Fox 40 CMG?

[Rich]

Originally Posted by AremRed

If the Eclipse sounds the same, what is the advantage over the Fox 40 Classic or Fox 40 CMG?

It's got a rubber tip built-in. It's like a CMG, but it just fits in my mouth better.

I picked up a couple on a whim and until the next best thing comes along, it's my go-to whistle.

[LRZ]

For little kids games, I have a bag full of old Acme Thunderers (remember them, the Blackberry of officiating whistles?). I found that youngsters always covered their ears when I used the Eclipse.

[SAK]

I actually happen to like the sonic blast for large packed gyms. I find that it different sound cut through the crowd noise better.