Schutt Ultra Lite Vs. Diamond Ultra Lite

[SergioJ]

I'll give you my vote after next weekend. Have been using the Schutt for a few years and absolutely love it. But, I decided I needed a new one. So I just purchased the Diamond one. Will try it out for the first time next weekend.

Serg

[kcg NC2Ablu]

I have the diamond. I didnt like the pads that much so I got new ones. before that I had the gerry davis feather weight. its pretty much the lightest mask that Ive owned and it does well with taking shots. the only mask thats as light that I would buy is the wilson titanium but if you do work a lot of ASA thats probably not a good idea. btw the titanium is NCAA and PONY approved.

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by kcg NC2Ablu

I...before that I had the gerry davis feather weight...

Isn't that made by Wilson?

[kcg NC2Ablu]

Originally Posted by Dakota

Isn't that made by Wilson?

yes it is but it has the davis logos all over it. Its a great mask and I wouldve purchased a new one if I hadnt seen the diamond in a play it again sports brand new for $29

[kcg NC2Ablu]

This mask is far superior to all others. I know some of you asa guys are going to get all pissy about the frame but let me tell you that asa is the only governing body that hasnt approved it!

[first2third]

I like the schutt for vision reasons. Try them both on and you will see what I mean. I didn't like the pads and use the honig black all leather pads instead. Leather is always nicer.

[Steve M]

Originally Posted by first2third

I like the schutt for vision reasons. Try them both on and you will see what I mean. I didn't like the pads and use the honig black all leather pads instead. Leather is always nicer.

I've had a Schutt mask for a number of years - the vision was very good. It was time to replace the pads when I was given the Diamond. Having used it in men's majors and now in some 18&U's, I'm confident in it's ability to handle being hit. The vision on this Diamond is every bit as good as the Schutt.

[CecilOne]

I still use the same full weight mask I bought years ago. The mask is fine although the vinyl is showing some peeling. The problem is getting accurately sized caps (like shirts, pants,etc.). When slightly larger than spec, the mask pulls them down too far. Might go to a lighter one next year.

[DNTXUM P]

Originally Posted by SergioJ

I'll give you my vote after next weekend. Have been using the Schutt for a few years and absolutely love it. But, I decided I needed a new one. So I just purchased the Diamond one. Will try it out for the first time next weekend.

Serg

And, Sergio, I think you made a great choice

[SergioJ]

Originally Posted by DNTXUM P

And, Sergio, I think you made a great choice

I have been wearing it around the house, getting used to it. (Yes, I wear it indoors only, don't want to scare the neighbors). I can tell it's just as light as my Schutt. But, KCG, what sold me the mask was the "no chipping/peeling" idea. That was the only negative I had with my Schutt.

[kcg NC2Ablu]

Originally Posted by SergioJ

I have been wearing it around the house, getting used to it. (Yes, I wear it indoors only, don't want to scare the neighbors). I can tell it's just as light as my Schutt. But, KCG, what sold me the mask was the "no chipping/peeling" idea. That was the only negative I had with my Schutt.

I agree and thats the same problem I have with my ,what I guess is the 1st generation, diamond lightweight. The no cracking or peeling is an awsome Idea and I dont know why somebody didnt thing about it sooner for this mask

[SethPDX]

Originally Posted by kcg NC2Ablu

Im talking about ASA not being up to date with certain things such as the mask. I know that my ASA UIC and to the state bordering my north and south and their UIC's will gig you for wearing that mask. the time has come for ASA to get with it update their mechanics and stop being so rediculously stubborn.

Well, doesn't ASA still require a black mask? If so, then it seems they would be right to mention it on an evaluation. I don't like blacking out logos on my shoes for NFHS games but I wear what I'm told to wear.

Originally Posted by bkbjones

I like my four-year-old Wilson just fine. It hasn't chipped at all, even when I got reallllllly pi$$ed off at a partner about three weeks ago and slammed it against a wall, it was just fine. Unfortunately, it doesn't fly as far when I throw it in a rage as did my old two-pound mask, but still is very, very good. It has taken other ringing hits and as long as it will still helicopter I am happy.

SRW, why do you push his buttons like that?

I use a Honig's mask that was being closed out. Not "lightweight," but light enough for me. And that's what matters here.