Whistles

[Rich]

I use an Eclipse. Used the same whistle all season this year and then cracked out a brand new one for my final game.

[Rufus]

Have always used the Fox 40 classic as well and they seem to last a good bit longer than the CMG ones. You might try local sporting good stores as well (Dick's, Academy, etc.) or smaller mom/pop places that may also do things like team uniforms for local baseball/basketball. I've been able to find the Fox 40 at both locations with no problems when/if needed.

Haven't used the possession arrow whistles, but I usually carry a spare during games that I switch between pockets to keep track.

[Mark Padgett]

I like these the best.

[ODog]

Anyone tried the Fox 40 Sonik Blast?

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

Originally Posted by ODog

Anyone tried the Fox 40 Sonik Blast?

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

My ears say "hell no".

[rsl]

If you get lifeguard whistles that are Fox 40 brand, they are functionally equivalent. They usually are a buck or two cheaper. But, the black ones usually have a white medical cross on the side, so I never used them for my high school games.

I did however, buy a couple of dozen of them for my teenage age referees for the twelve year old league. I added a little black marker and no one knew the difference.

[referee99]

$6.31 each w/ free shipping.

[ODog]

Originally Posted by AremRed

My ears say "hell no".

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

[Rich]

$6 on Amazon. Buy 6 of them and don't worry about it for a few years.

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.

[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.

[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.