NevadaBlue

I have seen some older pictures of the Nike Umpire Mask and I find it interesting and unique. I understand it is generally hard to find. Does anybody here know of a source for this item? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Derek

Swinging arm must stop swinging before coming up to set or its a balk. Really? What real advantage does a pitcher have swinging the arm in a gorilla stance? Who else thinks this is a bunch of hooey?

I've been taught to make players wait for BR in/near the on deck circle to avoid problems.

Go with the Wilson Shock F/X Umpire Helmet!!! Titanium cage. Great vision. Once you go bucket, you never go back.

This is exactly why I wear my Oakley Tacticals with either the shaded lens or the clear lens (depending on the sun). Some of the dirt used around here has alot of larger pebbles that get kicked up by balls in the dirt and such. I count my glasses as just another piece of protective gear.

No worries, you are right. Just for the record, I did throw up my hands and call "foul ball" when it hit me. So my brain fart occurred on the forum, not on the field.

Quite right!!!

Just wanted to let everybody know about my experience with Wilson Customer Service. I owned a Wilson Shock FX Umpire Helmet that was gifted to me last year. It was very comfortable and offered great vision. I called over 100 games in it last year. First game out this year, first inning behind the plate, I take a foul tip just over the mask on the bolt that holds the cage on the helmet. After the inning, I take a look and a 4" crack is evident on the helmet. Long story shortened . . . I call Wilson Customer Service and speak to Scott. He has me email pic of the crack. I call him day after the pic are sent and he tells me that a new helmet is being packed up and sent that day. Four business days later, I receive Version 2 (new) of the Umpire's Helmet. Even better fit and vision!!!! Thanks!!!!!