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I've been using this one for years and it's well worth it. Nice field of vision, easy to make plays with it without having to throw it off and will save you life and/or very expensive medical bills.
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Don't buy it from this amazon link, it should be $70 bucks but for some reason the person selling it on there has it way over prices. There's a lot of other places you can get this exact same mask from
No dude, it's the 2017 study. They aren't studying 2017 cars. Come on man, you are smarter than that. Consumer Reports, a completely independent company that doesn't take money from manufacturers came up with the same results. http://www.consumerreports.org/car-reliability/car-brands-reliability-how-they-stack-up/ Take a chill pill, son.
1785: 11.75" w/ the single post
1786: 11.5" w/ the i web
1788: 11.25" with an i web
1787: 11.75 w/ the i web
1799: 12.75 w/ a h web
1800: 12.75 with a single post web (if you have amazon, you can order it and try it out, but don't break it in; and see how the hand stall on the 1800. You can return amazon orders at kohls brick and mortar store as well. Since you play in seattle, it will rain alot, so you might want the super skin backing, so it's more water resistance than leather backing. Another option is you can get a custom marucci cypress custom starting @ $199.99, and you can choose your college colors as well. macurric cypress and magnolia (fast pitch) line has a smaller hand stall, since FP gloves are meant for women's small hands and fingers.
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https://www.amazon.com/Wilson-2021-A2000-SuperSkin-Outfield/dp/B08JQHX4VH
I just picked up the 25oz of this one. Good pop out of the wrapper.
I’m more of a slap hitter but I was getting it well into the outfield on the fly the first week.
You might get more mileage from a Miken Freak model but it’s hard to beat that price.
Also try this link. Amazon and Just Bats have it at $140
Hockey shin guards are what I use. Two Velcro straps, but cover everything from the tops of the shoe to above the knee. They are light enough that you can get away with wearing them to bat, and they don't impede your fielding at all.
The link at the end is close to what I have (but not exact, I think the version I have are just older model).
Generally true, but there are shorter bats that are for slow pitch. Easton Hammer is slow pitch, made at 32, 33, & 34 inches.
https://www.amazon.com/Easton-HAMMER-Slowpitch-Softball-Approved/dp/B08XZF7JYP
I use these:
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B088TPG2PT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They don't cover the whole shin and they're not hard shell like hockey or shin guards, but I find them a lot less obtrusive and offer a little knee protection too. Because it's soft, getting hit still hurts, but it definitely takes the sting off a lot of the hits and dropping a knee to field a grounder is a lot more pleasant.
there is also a black one which is what I have but it didn't show up.
I umpire and I started wearing yellow lens shooting glasses for night games a few years back. Really helps brighten the scenery. These are the ones I got. No, I don't get any kind of kickback from a sale lol.
I have a HoH and it took me a solid season, playing twice a week to get it to where I wanted it. I also keep mine wrapped up with a ball when not in use.
I use the Mizuno G2 glove wrap
I have a pair of these when I umpire night games. Works really great around dusk. These lens brighten up the area and make the ball stand out a little better.
For the conditions you mentioned, I have a suggestion. I have a pair of these when I umpire night games. Works really great around dusk. These lens brighten up the area and make the ball stand out a little better.
Started to write a reply, but it was too similar to this. You do a great job at getting your hands back, but I agree, there's something going on with your arms that difficult to tell without slow motion. Maybe its your grip? If you line up your "knocking knuckles", it'll allow you to swing through the zone without your wrists breaking early, limiting extension.
As others have said, if you move your grip lower, it will help with the 'snap'. The wrist rotation just prior to contact is what will generate the maximum bat speed. I now hang my pinky off the bottom of the knob. Some go even lower. This grip helps a lot: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015XP3W6U?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
I truly think the biggest issue here is your wide stance. You have great, explosive hips and look similar stature to me. It's important for guys like us to really get our weight behind the swing. Currently, you seem to be just rocking back and forth on your step. If you start with narrower stance, with more weight on the back foot to start, you'll be able to really glide that weight forward and transfer power more efficiently.
You're palming the bat. It should be held exclusively in your fingers. A batting aid might help alleviate the pain. pro hiiters thumb guard is something used in the MLB.
Thanks! I actually just use an old-ish GoPro Hero 5 with this mount. It comes with an attachment for a phone as well. Works perfectly with a chain link backstop.
I totally get that. Best thing you can do is invest in a tee and a bucket of BP balls. Regular tee work can do wonders for your offensive game. Defense is a little tougher solo. A somewhat bouncy ball and a flat wall is great for working on grounders plus a little bonus throwing work. I personally like this ball I got from Amazon Voit Sponge Center Softball, 12-inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CD9UQ/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_6P2M32BS8Q2Q83T54FBV Size and weight are pretty true to a game ball plus its super soft so there is no fear of damaging anything you throw it against. Also, inexpensive.
Keep in mind this glove is as stiff as a brick when you first get it. Do two hot water treatments when you break it in and it should be good to go.
I used one of these for a long time when playing. I had a horrible habit of sliding and ripping open my knees. Not a problem once I started using this.
If you play a lot of night games, I like these for umpiring. It brightens everything up and pretty easy to pick up the ball.
Look for a 4 number basketball one maybe?
Most are triangualar for a table top, but often fold and may not be connected at the bottom. You could easily cut the bottom section off as well, to hang on a fence.
Something like this would work I assume:
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Ive become one of these guys and love them. Last forever.
I have this and I love it Wilson a2k slowpitch
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I'm rocking this baby, and it's the best glove I've ever owned.
Get a tee, a net and try hitting with one of these. https://www.amazon.com/Easton-Thunderstick-Adult-33-in/dp/B001Q9VGBQ After a few hundred embarrassing swings you'll start getting it, which will drastically improve how solid the contact is. If you try this with live pitching, it will be humbling.
I use a knob cuff. It is similar to the grip and rip but for me, it has a more universal feel. The grip n rip has grooves your fingers nestle into and the knob cuff is a straight taper. I feel a little more freedom with my hand placement with it to find a comfortable spot.
I recommend sliding down gradually with your pinky on the knob at first and do BP. You'll feel the subtle differences in whip and drop your hand placement to where you feel comfortable. You can also slide your top hand down slightly and have your pinky over lap your bottom hand. Less area you cover with your hands created a tighter pivot point for more whip. Slight changes can make a noticable difference.
Umpire here. I highly suggest using them. I was umpiring one time and the pitcher took a absolutely smashed liner on the shin. It didn't ricochet or anything. It just dropped right by his foot so you know it was bad. I didn't see him again for a few weeks. He said it was a bone bruise and the swelling was almost the size of well, a softball. He was using padded shin guards similar to these that ran from his ankle to his knee.
I got this guy and was a little skeptical based on price but after reading some reviews figured why not try it for the price haha. I hit baseballs and softballs both and it’s held up for the price! I’ve knocked it over a few times on bad swings too and it’s still cruisin. If you’re looking for something on the cheaper side I suggest this!
I destroy batting gloves. Franklin, Cutters, Nike, Rawlings, Under Armour...they generally only last a few games.
I started wearing thin work gloves/box-handling gloves four years ago and have never looked back. I am wearing my second pair of these in that span: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012AR5GZY
3rd this.
I used to go through so many sets of gloves.
Deer hide gloves -- Bought these and haven't looked back.
" it's pretty blinding where it hards to see the ball since it's a white ball too"
First, I"d suggest to the league switching the neon green balls for that very reason as it's a safety issue. Second, as an umpire, I wear these glasses that have 4 different lenses you can swap out: clear, dark, yellow, and amber. I use the yellow lenses the most because I can pick the ball up very easily.
Getting someone to just hit ground balls for you is obviously the best but by yourself i would think your best case scenario is finding a ball with some bounce and playing pass off the wall with it. The training balls below from Amazon might be what you are looking for
Bought this glive beginning of the season after replacing my lifelong glove last season. Did everything I could to make that $80 glove work last year and nothing helped. Couldn't catch a ball to save my life, so I finally splurged and bought the A2000 instead. I know this will sound funny, but I feel like this glove catches the ball all on its own. I followed the instructions provided by Wilson's Aso-San found on YouTube and my glove was game ready in 15 minutes. Instead of a mallet I used a 5 pound dumbbell to beat it up and create the pocket. I have absolutely nothing to complain about with this glove. It's the easy answer because how insanely accurate it is. Don't hesitate to buy this glove. Wilson A2000 SP13 13" Slowpitch Softball Glove - Right Hand Throw , Grey/Vegas Gold https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07V4GNWSJ/ref=cm_sw_r_apanp_tAQ3AzDDx9Mul
Not sure what your budget is...here are a couple that I think could work.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004MKUZJK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_D549777G94HXN9ZDN11A
I am on my second pair of these in 4 years: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012AR5GEK
They are slightly thicker than most batting gloves, but I destroyed gloves super quickly before I started using them. Worth a shot for $20, anyway.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00498SICG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use this to store my bats...and on the rare occasion I want to bring most of them instead of just 4-6 to the field, transport them. Holds at least 10 comfortably and I think I've managed 12 putting half in handle down, the rest the other direction. Not much room for anything else, but there is a small pocket big enough for wallet, keys, phone, etc.
I play 3rd and wore a mask all last year after my buddy took a bad hop to the mouth. Broke his bottom jaw and lost 4 teeth... After that, I knew that a mouth guard wouldn't be enough. I have never been asked why I wear a mask because most people understand it. In fact, I am seeing more short stops wear them now. I went with the Champion Sports Mask on Amazon and it has worked very well. No shifting or anything. The only drawback is you only have sunglasses to deal with the sun - no hat bill to help.
I really like these Mizuno Jawz. They're a good hybrid between cleats and turf shoes. Better traction than turfs but no pressure points on my feet like cleats. Go up a half size if you go for them as they run a little on the small side.
the ice hockey shin guards will be too bulky and if you don't like being bulky, i would avoid.
field hockey shin guards is another good option:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071V5NCXP/ref=twister_B07MFBX834
also fox mt bike shin guards works as well.
make sure your rollers can fits shin guards as well. I know the alpha prime roller does not fit the ice hockey shin guards.
The bat is gas out the wrapper and only $109. Also comes with a removable grip pyramid.
It’s just slightly above your number but I got the Demarini Twisted Mistress last spring. It only took a few swings to open up but it has a nice sweet spot and not a lot of feedback.
Pick something like this up and you can place the pocket radar or your phone in it on a tripod.
Got mine on Amazon and I absolutely love it. Quality is amazing and easily the best glove I've ever worn. This one is 13 inches. I play infield and outfield and it works for both.
While /u/thepowerisyours sockballs are an intriguing free option, I'd recommend getting these: SKLZ Impact Softballs.
They're light, don't fly very far (80-90ft), and unlike regular wiffle balls they're made with tough plastic so they last much longer. They also deform significantly when you hit them, so you know immediately when you haven't squared one up.
I use this one
I really like it, keeps my arm feeling good. I pitch and for a while was pitching back to back nights, this really helped
I bought this - https://www.amazon.com/Valken-Impact-Chest-Protector/dp/B00C06GKN8 - a couple of years ago and love it. Not going to stop it from hurting if you get hit, but gives a least a little protection over your chest. Easy to move in too, and less noticeable than a catchers chest protector (around here - the more visible protection you have, the more likely some guys are to shoot middle). I cut the arms off of mine before I released they make sleeveless one's. Only downside is the extra unnecessary padding in the back - can get hot in the summer.
amazon has this easton mako LE glove for $75
Gorilla glue may work.
I've used this stuff in the past: https://www.amazon.com/3M-08115-Panel-Bonding-Adhesive/dp/B000PEW4MI
Seriously legit. BUT- you have to invest in a proprietary caulking gun to use the adhesive. SO, the barrier to entry is prohibitive for most. I rebuild cars and motorcycles so it was a no-brainer for me.
https://www.amazon.com/3N2-Wheeled-GO-BAG-Black/dp/B004QFHJAY/
My Review of it I use this bag currently. I've been using it two nights a week since March. Zippers still work smooth. Wheels DON'T get little rocks in them and lock up(last roller always did this). Fit's in my Mustang trunk. Has hooks for fence. The retractable hand handle is great. Lots of pockets. Bottom of the bag has no tears. My roller currently hold's; 4 bat's, 8 Balls, a pair of turfs, two gloves, hoodie, some alcohol, a 40oz hydro flask, sunglasses, batting gloves and there is still room for more.
Con's No smaller pockets except for one on the front. It comes with a removable bat holder you cant take it out and hook it on the fence, which you may like, I prefer to just take the bats out and lean them against the fence, which it can be a pain putting the back in.
Amazon has two different colors avaiable aswell. Twitch and Orange.
I got mine from epicsports. It was a little cheaper there, but only available in blue or gray
Depends how much equipment you have. I have just my bat, cleats, batting and catching gloves and a couple of balls and everything fits with plenty more room in this...
Had mine for 3 years already and not a single tear.
I think it was something close to this glove, it was a Mizuno and it had this web type.
I don't really know what size it was, basically it was 50% off at a store here in town and I bought it, it was a good glove but I didn't do any research.
Now, I play two games a week so I'd like to get a better glove, or at least to make an educated decision. I could pay $150 for a glove, but i'm trying to figure out what are the differences between a $60 glove and a $200 glove, and will they matter to me.
Edit: Clarity.
I've had this problem throughout my life. Especially after long batting cage sessions. My solutions have been Easton Adult HS VRS Batting Gloves that have a pad right there on the outside of the palm (I assume specifically for this issue). I haven't had the blister since I've worn those, but the Easton model is discontinued you can try searching Amazon for whatever places have in stock. Also the last year I have had one of those rubber Bat Ring/Power Pads on the knob of my BP bat and it seems to have cushioned the knob enough to stop the problem as well.
EDIT: Here's a Rawlings glove with the same type of palm/heel padding
I use this, a paintball vest under my jersey (that probably wouldn't do much anyway) and a goalie-style catchers mask. I don't wear all of it in every league I play in. Most men's, and any tournaments I almost always up-armor, coed its 50-50 depending on who we are playing - and in modified, the pads and mask are much too restrictive, so I go without.
Most of the shots or close calls I've taken have been to the lower body - just tougher to get down on a hard ground ball or low liner...up around the head and chest, I can get the glove up and at least block it - that let to my worst injury as a pitcher so far though - got my glove up to stop a line drive, ended up twisting the glove wierdly though and broke my pinky.
Yeah, I can see that - the worth toxics I've seen are junk tier, Wal-Mart shelf gloves, but maybe they make better ones too under the same name since when I googled it now they did have a full grain version...You really don't have to go top end (though I love my A2000), but make sure you get one that would normally be at least around 70-80 bucks regular price, even if you get it for 40-50 online or on sale.
Make sure you go at least 13" length for outfield, as you want the extra surface area for running catches, and make sure the palm at least is full grain leather, not one of these ones made of fabric and foam with a paper thin layer of leather overtop of it that tears away in 2 weeks.
I had one of these a few years back and loved it- great value for the cheap price, full grain leather and a comfortable all around glove. A couple guys on my team are still rocking these too.
It's still a good glove today after two seasons full time duty, but I upgraded as it was starting to get a little floppier than I like in the fingers on grounder pickups as the lower end gloves tend to do.
Bottom line: if you're only looking to spend 50-100 bucks on a glove for a couple years, this one would be one of my top recommendations.
how about this lousville slugger 13 inch Pro flare baseball glove from amazon for $110:
I definitely second and third and fourth trail runners - I bought these off Amazon and they have been awesome for softball - super comfy - and I am a big guy - and great grip in all conditions so far. Reebok Men's Trailgrip RS 4.0 Running Shoe https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RPMU2WM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I picked up this '15 Salvo 27oz about a 4 weeks ago for $90 at a Hibbet's Sports. If it wasn't that cheap, I wouldn't have bought it. I would have went with a Aftermath or Juggy.
I bought it to use as a better team bat, we probably have about 350 hits on it with BP and games and its opened up nicely in my opinion. Some of our guys are hitting shots with this on .52/300 balls.
are you able to tell if the glove in this link is real leather?
The shape molds to your shins and they're not very noticeable under long socks. If you shop around, you can find them in different sizes, too.
I use these. Mainly it's because I pitch & sometimes you just don't have the time to get out of the way. I don't wear them if I'm elsewhere on the field.
They've worked well for the past 2 years. They've protected my shins well & don't cost a lot. Plus they're pretty easy to put on & take off.
I play in SoCal. It was 104 this Saturday for my game. I still wore pants. I'd tear up my legs in shorts, I slide all the time. These Adidas 3 stripe pants are what I wear and they've lasted me years. They've been on sale the last couple of weeks too.
I picked up a pair of these:
Been working great & already saved my shins & knees once. I pitch so after taking a solid one to the shin, I decided I needed something.
I have two and they're both mizuno. this one for outfield because it has more padding. and this one for middle infield because the leather is softer. I lucked out and found the MVP for $50 at sports authority.
I've used glove oil to soften it up before and after games.
Using a heavy ball to play catch also helps break it as well. But that gets a little hard on your hands after a while.
Nice.
I pitch too and after taking a line drive off the shin last year that would've sucked if it hit my head... I bought one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/RIP-IT-Defense-Softball-Fielders-Mask/dp/B004D2T19W
Actually works really well and doesn't inhibit any vision.
It's the Mizuno Prime SE 12.75" outfield glove in red/royal color way.