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BrianC14

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Well they look pretty nice, and it says they're thin enough to be able to use a pen/pencil and indicator. However, I have never bothered with gloves when I have the stick - only on the bases, so the ones I have for that are heavier and probably warmer than these. But, these look pretty darned good.

Let us know how YOU like them. ;)

JamesC

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It does. I went to that camp you showed me and it was about 38* with about 15-20 MPH winds. Needless to say, it was too cold to be outside! The cold is a little different down here. We definitely have our "spotty" days. For example. Yesterday and today the highs have been around 50* with the average throughout the day being about 40-42*. Tomorrow it may be 80*. You never know about the weather down here, but when it's cold, it is almost always windy also, so it is extremely uncomfortable if you are not geared for it!

February and March are our coldest months out of the year. Perfect for the baseball season, ehh?

JamesC

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The camp was pretty basic. There were only 3 instructors there (a rather small camp). It was, however, free of charge, and a disappointing turnout of only 7 people; none from the association/area that the camp was held, which is pretty pathetic in my opinion. Regardless of the size of the camp, when MiLB umpires are holding a camp, especially a FREE one, there should be no reason umpires do not want to attend. I could understand if you CAN'T attend, but no reason to not WANT to attend, in my opinion. That's a different story all in itself though.

We started the morning off by discussing appearance. They pretty much hammered home about dressing the part, and that being half the battle. Unfortunately, there are too many people around this area and the surrounding associations that do not believe this. They feel as though a $9.99 pair of grey slacks from WalMart will be good enough for the entire season, when in fact (in my opinion), they should not even be used for one game.

Next, we went over several situations and mechanics via a PowerPoint. We went over positions to be in for several scenarios. We talked about how to handle situations with coaches if and when they arose. The guys were very laid back, but you could also tell they definitely knew what they were talking about.

Finally, we ventured out onto the field. Keep in mind, from my previous post, it was pretty cold and almost unbearable. We worked on our plate stances and we went over pivots at first base from the A position. This was pretty much the extent of our outside work, all which lasted about 20 minutes.

All-in-all the camp was pretty good. My main goal with the camp was to get some connections to the lower college level games, and maybe get my foot in the door. The guy putting the clinic on, Bobby Entrekin, is an assignor for lower level colleges in the area, in addition to calling some Big 12 and I think he said Conference USA, but I could be wrong about the last conference. The other instructor was Chris Tiller, and I cannot remember the 3rd instructor's name.

Warren, you may have heard of the Bobby Entrekin guy. He said he started out calling some college ball in North Carolina a little while back. I know it's a long shot, but you know what they say, "It's a small world..."

slo8140

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I ordered those gloves a couple of weeks ago. The fit great and I am looking forward to wearing them next week when scrimmages start here in Texas. Right now it is too cold and wet for baseball, but hopefully the good Lord will provide us some great weather for our first scrimmages on Tuesday.

I also bought the cheaper lighter gloves from ump-attire. (The mid-priced ones). I actually like them a little better. They are not as water resistant as the Trekker, but they have little grip dots on them. I imagine wearing them on the plate and the Trekkers on the bases for the added warmth. They will also both be great gloves for football season.

BT_Blue

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I too have two different sets of gloves (actually its three now). I own a pair of wool mesh Gerry Davis gloves (plus pos also sold these as well as honigs) with the rubber dots on the palms. Also picked up a pair of Champro gloves from Costco with rubber on the palms. These will both be for the plate depending on the weather and amount of water falling from the sky.

I also have an older pair of Manzanilla gloves that I should probably replace that I wear on the bases.

Its going to be an interesting spring for me here in Portland since this will be the coldest weather I think I have ever worked in.

JimKirk

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I also bought the cheaper lighter gloves from ump-attire. (The mid-priced ones). I actually like them a little better. They are not as water resistant as the Trekker, but they have little grip dots on them. I imagine wearing them on the plate and the Trekkers on the bases for the added warmth. They will also both be great gloves for football season.

Good observation slo. Umpires tend to prefer the mid-priced Powerstretch gloves more often because of the better price point while still being very warm.

The Trekkers are more popular for football where you have to deal with more severe weather conditions because of their ability to shed rain and snow (they are not completely waterproof as you would have to go to ski type glove for that). I wear the Trekkers for everyday use from simple winter wear to shoveling snow.

But these gloves ARE as warm as the bulkier, heavyweight gloves you find elsewhere due to the Polartec on the Powerstretch and Gore Windstopper on the Trekker. That's the point. A less bulky glove so you guys look as professional as possible.

My apologies for sounding promotional but I really like these gloves for you guys. I selected them myself. Let me see if I can balance this out a little bit by showing some different alternatives out there among competitors:

Heavyweight Gloves from Gerry Davis they claim to be waterproof:

http://www.gerrydavis.com/mm5/category/Cold_Weather_Gear/product/B51AC67537300

Fleece Windstopper Gloves from Honig's with an extended cuff:

http://www.honigs.com/sub/92/WSG

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slo8140

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I finally got to try out both pairs of Mazella gloves. We have had two very cold and windy days for scrimmages here in Texas...I know that it is colder elsewhere, but it was cold and very windy here.

I wore the Powerstretch gloves behind the plate and they were great. I even threw a couple of balls back to the pitcher with them on. They were plenty warm...mid 40s last night...and worked nicely with my indicator.

I wore the Trekker gloves on the bases for the added warmth. They were great as well. I actually them better, but might be difficult for plate work.

Both gloves have a low-profile cuff that fits under you jacket cuff or a seamless look.

I am sure mine will get worn all throughout the cold times of the year, but they are a great addition to my umpire equipment this spring.

Now if I can only remember to throw my mouth piece in my bag to test it out a scrimmages this Friday and Saturday...I had to wash it after a spray bottle with my Murphy's mixtures spilled in the bottom of my bag. Everything smells clean now.

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boyinr

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Looking to get a pair of gloves for next season and I found this while searching. Instead of starting something new I thought I would restart this one. Anyone who has these and used them want to offer up a review? Thanks.

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boyinr

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Just picked up a nice pair of gloves at the local Cabellas. They are Fast TAC Clutch gloves (Item: IK-982544) . They are sold as ice fishing gloves but they are a combo of nylon and spandex with grip dot palms. The cost is $14.99. I don't think they are water resistant but they perform well in the wind. I just wore them on a 30 min walk with the dog at 26 deg (wind chill 18 deg) and my hands were warm. I had a pair of the UA lightweight gloves and they were not warm enough to keep. Combined with the new Thermabase I am going to be toasty warm on those spring games.

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Thunderheads

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Resurrecting another thread.......sorry .........

On the stretch fit Manzella's ...

from the crease below my palm to my middle finger is just shy of 8 inches, is that M/L, or, L/XL? I'm usually a straight L in glove size...

thanks

FORGET IT....FOUND IT! :smachhead:

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