Jerking behind the plate

[NCASAUmp]

Simple psychology - just get a newer, better cup. Something that's got carbon fiber or kevlar or something that's just so extreme, you can't help but feel good about stepping behind the plate. Something that says, "I friggin' DARE you to hit me there. Go ahead, hit away."

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[Dholloway1962]

Originally Posted by NCASAUmp

heck out http://www.nuttybuddy.com/

I have now seen it all...a size chart and all

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by Dholloway1962

I have now seen it all...a size chart and all

Yeah, the whole "Mongol" size got a good chuckle from me.

But seriously, it's a confidence issue, and there are numerous ways to remedy this.

Target shooters are quite familiar with the flinch, and it can take them a while to get past it. One way that I've heard is to basically grab the biggest, loudest gun, and plug away at it. That way, when you shoot a lower caliber, you KNOW the recoil and percussion won't be as heavy, and your flinch lessens.

Thus, grab the biggest, most overboard cup you can find, shove it on down there, and just go for it. Eventually, you'll lose the flinch.

Seriously.