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  1. Keefj200
    I like the look of the gap protection. I bought one a few years and paid extra for the gap protection - they added a smaller version of the outer flap. It made the shoulders look very very tall and I cut it off. This flat plate should work much better.
  2. Keefj200
    I adore my UE shin guards - just a great piece of equipment.
  3. Keefj200
    My favorite piece of equipment are the UE shin-guards - love them.
  4. Keefj200
    what level, Keefj? Adult baseball - the pitch had nothing on it. I was a bit surprised how much I felt it - but I do love the fit and feel of the UE CP. I will wear it until I get hurt. I also have a WV Gold and a recent Douglas CP.
  5. Keefj200
    Very interesting - I didn't know Boombah made umpire pants. As heavy duty as the Poly-Wools - now that is high praise. I just might have to try these out. And I love my poly wools.
  6. Keefj200
    I really do like the UE shin guards. I have found them to be as advertised. They are very very comfortable. I did take a deflected shot this weekend that initially hit the batter. With my UE CP I definitely felt the shot - did it hurt - no! But, I felt it. I never felt anything with the Wilson Gold CP.
  7. Keefj200
    Just pulled the trigger on the UE shin guards - I just couldn't stand reading all the great reviews without giving them a whirl. I trust I will like mine also. Looking forward to trying them on.
  8. Keefj200
    Any thoughts on the comparison between the Systems 7 shin guards and the UE?
  9. Keefj200
    I am very happy to see the UE stuff receive such positive reviews. Seemed sort of negative when it was first released. I've enjoyed my UE CP. The shins are pricey - hope they work out. I am also in the market for a new set.
  10. Keefj200
    Just wanted to add my thanks for the good work you guys do. The reviews are very helpful and are always appreciated.
  11. Keefj200
    We should start an over under on the price...
  12. Keefj200
    Sizing has always been an issue with New Era - it is the beautiful high maintainence girl you cannot do without. Nothing looks or fits like a NE - although sizing IS an issue.
  13. Keefj200
    I was told the CP would be more expensive than the "plastic" models. Yes, now a hardshell CP is simply plastic. Oh well, I am very intrigued by this new product. I believe it will easily top the $200 price point - hope I'm wrong. It looks very low profile. I also noticed they edited out the shoulder shot taken by Evans.
  14. Keefj200
    As a dedicated New Era 5950 fan I am disheartened they have discontinued their line of umpire caps. Richardsons - with the higher crown - are nice, but they are not a New Era. Considering New Era makes the MLB umpire caps, you would think they would fill the need for the armature market.
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    I dont understand why Douglas cant get smaller shoulder caps and not those - is that what youre referring to Chris? The caps on the Gold are much much smaller and serve the same purpose. This is my only issue with the Douglas. It does sit rather high on my shoulders. The smaller cap would be an improvement.
  16. Keefj200
    When I first began umpiring I did a bit of research and bought the best gear available. The only non TOP-shelf item I forgot was the pants. By my second month I had both the plate and base polywool pants from Honigs. When my wife saw the ENORMOUS bill for the gear her reasonable question was - "just where are you calling - Yankee Stadium?" It is difficult being a junkie - John Lennon once sang - "Cold Turkey has got me on the run."
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    Here it is! Cannot wait to use it.
  19. Keefj200
    That is my experience also. I really like this shirt.
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    The new Douglas Douglas arrived this afternoon. The extra flap seems to make it feel a bit high on my shoulders - but it much lighter than the WV. I really prefer the T-hooks so I can pull the CP to my body. It is very nice - cannot wait to use it.
  21. Keefj200
    Just received an email from Jeff. The new Douglas / Douglas should be here by Monday. I have never worn any other protector than the West Vest Gold - I am looking forward to the Douglas CP.
  22. Keefj200
    Jeff said he would ship out a "stock" CP immediately, but I preferred the extra flap and the T-Hook - so that might take a few days.
  23. Keefj200
    For those who purchased a customized Douglas / Douglas - how long did it take for the CP to arrive after you placed the order. I am really looking forward to this new gear - especially considering the approaching summer.
  24. Keefj200
    what are you replacing? size? Make sure you get the right size and make sure you have the opportunity to customize it if you can. Remember, the new ones are gray w/ navy cushions. I am replacing a West Vest Gold. I have opted for the 13" Douglas model.
  25. Keefj200
    Okay, getting ready to pull the trigger on the Douglas. I'm going to add the t-hooks and the shoulder flaps. I am forgetting anything else?
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