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derwil Mon Jun 29, 2009 09:09am

Schutt Ultra Lite Vs. Diamond Ultra Lite
 
OK fellas, after 14 games this weekend including 8 plate games, I've decided my heavy Wilson mask has got to go. Any opinions on these two masks? I actually purchased the Diamond but I'm not sure if I like the low profile because my cap bill keeps getting hit on the back side of the mask. I've also heard very mixed reviews of the Diamond's pads while the Schutt pads are leather w/ Coolmax. Please let me know what you think!

Also, does anyone know anything about the +POS mask (Tungstun mask, not the plastic one). The website says it only weighs 17oz and it's full profile.

jmkupka Mon Jun 29, 2009 09:23am

Love my Diamond.

I took the hardest direct shot to the face IN MY LIFE this weekend, ended up on my a$$, literally. Never felt a thing.
I know "that's what they're supposed to do". But, like having a lucky pocketwatch that took a bullet for you, I'll swear by my Diamond.

Since you asked...

Dakota Mon Jun 29, 2009 09:23am

I have no experience with either of those, but I use the Wilson low profile mask with no issues with my cap; I've even used it with a 8-stitch cap successfully. You just have to be more deliberate about pulling it out then up until you get used to it.

IRISHMAFIA Mon Jun 29, 2009 10:26am

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Originally Posted by derwil (Post 611283)
OK fellas, after 14 games this weekend including 8 plate games, I've decided my heavy Wilson mask has got to go. Any opinions on these two masks? I actually purchased the Diamond but I'm not sure if I like the low profile because my cap bill keeps getting hit on the back side of the mask. I've also heard very mixed reviews of the Diamond's pads while the Schutt pads are leather w/ Coolmax. Please let me know what you think!

Also, does anyone know anything about the +POS mask (Tungstun mask, not the plastic one). The website says it only weighs 17oz and it's full profile.

Just be sure you have the right color. Some organizations require a black mask and some of the newer lightweights come in other colors.

Steve M Mon Jun 29, 2009 10:26am

I have the Diamond, since it was given to me. I've used it for a few weeks now and taken a few glancing fouls and 1 in a men's game. I'm sold that it will take a shot. I use an 8-stitch hat all the time and have not had any problems.

IRISHMAFIA Mon Jun 29, 2009 10:34am

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Originally Posted by Steve M (Post 611300)
I have the Diamond, since it was given to me. I've used it for a few weeks now and taken a few glancing fouls and 1 in a men's game. I'm sold that it will take a shot. I use an 8-stitch hat all the time and have not had any problems.

Yep, that mask is really lightweight and doesn't seem as strong as it is, just don't bring it to an ASA game......oh, nevermind. Forgot to whom I was speaking. ;)

Steve M Mon Jun 29, 2009 10:50am

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA (Post 611305)
Yep, that mask is really lightweight and doesn't seem as strong as it is, just don't bring it to an ASA game......oh, nevermind. Forgot to whom I was speaking. ;)

I think I remember a couple of them in use at an ASA tournament recently.
There is a black one available and I'll assume that meets ASA's requirement.

Big Slick Mon Jun 29, 2009 10:50am

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA (Post 611305)
Yep, that mask is really lightweight and doesn't seem as strong as it is, just don't bring it to an ASA game......oh, nevermind. Forgot to whom I was speaking. ;)

I think the UIC told him about it last weekend. I believe the UIC had the same issue with another umpire who traveled from a neighboring state.

I guess, when umpires turn "pro" they do whatever the heck they so please. :p

IRISHMAFIA Mon Jun 29, 2009 11:12am

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Originally Posted by Big Slick (Post 611315)
I think the UIC told him about it last weekend. I believe the UIC had the same issue with another umpire who traveled from a neighboring state.

I guess, when umpires turn "pro" they do whatever the heck they so please. :p

He's only in it for the freebies!

Big Slick Mon Jun 29, 2009 11:41am

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA (Post 611323)
He's only in it for the freebies!

Too bad someone didn't work out a deal on undershirts. That guy goes through them like he goes through Molsons.

IRISHMAFIA Mon Jun 29, 2009 11:44am

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Originally Posted by Big Slick (Post 611326)
Too bad someone didn't work out a deal on under****s. That guy goes through them like he goes through Molsons.

I see Big Brother is working hard today.

Steve M Mon Jun 29, 2009 09:55pm

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Originally Posted by Big Slick (Post 611326)
Too bad someone didn't work out a deal on undershirts. That guy goes through them like he goes through Molsons.

Actually, I think it's the results of the Molson's that goes thru the t-shirts. I wrung one out Sunday afternoon & filled a cup.:D

SergioJ Tue Jun 30, 2009 05:55am

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 Tue Jun 30, 2009 08:13am

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 Tue Jun 30, 2009 08:23am

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Originally Posted by kcg NC2Ablu (Post 611459)
I...before that I had the gerry davis feather weight...

Isn't that made by Wilson?


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