Low Profile Shins

[benrosen]

What are the best low profile shin guards on the market?

 

I have the All-Star 1000's but they look bulky under my Smitty plate pants.

 

Thanks

[johnnyg08]

What are the best low profile shin guards on the market?

 

I have the All-Star 1000's but they look bulky under my Smitty plate pants.

 

Thanks

get new plate pants.

if you don't want to do that, the Diamond Featherweights are pretty light.

[Jesse]

 

What are the best low profile shin guards on the market?

 

I have the All-Star 1000's but they look bulky under my Smitty plate pants.

 

Thanks

get new plate pants.

if you don't want to do that, the Diamond Featherweights are pretty light.

 

I was going to say the same thing.

 

Ben, an investment in Honigs poly wools might be an excellent idea.

 

http://www.honigs-canada.com/index.cfm?DSP=ProductDetail&CategoryID=0&SubCatID=1698&ProductID=5688&pagepath=Sports/Baseball/Softball/Slacks/PBS2&id=36118

 

^^

Check these ones out.

[blue23ll]

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

[benrosen]

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

 

Read the OP

 

No mention of combos here!

[CS-Blue]

I use Smitty plate pants (they are great by the way) and I used the Diamond featherweights and have loved them. 

[johnnyg08]

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

 

Read the OP

 

No mention of combos here!

Then get the diamond feather weights

[blue23ll]

 

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

 

Read the OP

 

No mention of combos here!

 

Feel free to ignore me then!

[Jesse]

 

 

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

 

Read the OP

 

No mention of combos here!

 

Feel free to ignore me then!

 

I think the key component to your post is the fact that Honigs Poly's are awesome

[blue23ll]

 

 

 

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

 

Read the OP

 

No mention of combos here!

 

Feel free to ignore me then!

 

I think the key component to your post is the fact that Honigs Poly's are awesome

 

I agree!

[midtnump]

@benrosen, I am looking for some as well. I love my WVP leg guards but they are hot and sometimes overkill for for some LL age groups. I am looking at the Diamond Umplites and the All Star LGU313's which are a few more dollars but very low profile. http://midwestump.blogspot.com/2010/01/low-profile-leg-guard-comparison.html Here is the Midwest Ump's review of the low profile leg guards on the market. Hope this helps you.

[GreyhoundAggie]

I have the diamond featherlights.

 

They are nice, lightweight, and cool. Especially good for lower level ball.

 

I took a fastball in HS that bounced off the dirt and caught me straight in the shin guard and it bruised me through the padding. It didn't glance off.

 

So just be aware of that. But they are good for the money.

[umpstu]

Couldn't be happier with my WVP

[catsbackr]

I have found that most 'combo' pants look terrible, on the bases or at the plate. So, I don't use them. I love the Honigs Poly's!

 Read the OP No mention of combos here!Then get the diamond feather weights

Don't get the Featherweights unless you like bruises!

[johnnyg08]

Don't get the Featherweights unless you like bruises!

He's asking for low profile shins. Low profile is the sacrifice you make.

[MadMax]

I own and use the All-Star LGU313's and heavily endorse them. They're lightweight without feeling flimsy, and breathe exceptionally well. They do have a floating patella plate (more standoff distance is a big + ). I've done high school _age_ club ball with them, and felt fine. The only two shortcomings I'll convey are lackluster protection on the ankle (sides) and no top thigh cap.

They do, however, fit very well with plate shoes, especially mid-top models (like my NB460's), and you feel incredibly mobile with them. I still play competitive soccer, and have played hockey (will be embarking on becoming a linesman or referee some day), and I was using my catcher's shin guards until I got these – those catcher's guards were driving me nuts. The point is, any shots I've taken with these have done less damage than taking a full-speed kick to the shin or a puck to the shin. I know what to expect.

If I start doing 18+ ball or college or Minors or exposure league, I will probably consider getting something more substantial, but I've been happy with them.

[Thunderheads]

What are the best low profile shin guards on the market?

 

I have the All-Star 1000's but they look bulky under my Smitty plate pants.

 

Thanks

Ben,

I have the All-Star 2000's and I have both Poly Wools and Smitty plates, ..... I've had no problem with them being bulky ....

[JaxRolo]

I have LGU1000 and no problems at all with Honigs or Smitty plate pants. Maybe try not wearing ant SGs and you will look better.

[Jesse]

http://www.sportchek.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=12586095&cp=3733354.3734937.3757971

 

^^

Good deal

[Specks]

I have LGU1000 and no problems at all with Honigs or Smitty plate pants. Maybe try not wearing ant SGs and you will look better.

Do you have a problem with your pants getting caught in the top of the 1000's?

[BigUmpire]

 

I have LGU1000 and no problems at all with Honigs or Smitty plate pants. Maybe try not wearing ant SGs and you will look better.

Do you have a problem with your pants getting caught in the top of the 1000's?

 

He doesn’t wear pants.

Only that goofy hat.

[bam]

we've had this discussion before, but here's what I wear - hardshells for the the older kids (18U +):

 

 

[benrosen]

we've had this discussion before, but here's what I wear - hardshells for the the older kids (18U +):

 

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No issues at 80+ mph?

[BigUmpire]

 

we've had this discussion before, but here's what I wear - hardshells for the the older kids (18U +):

 

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No issues at 80+ mph?

 

Only on Memorial day.

[bam]

 

we've had this discussion before, but here's what I wear - hardshells for the the older kids (18U +):

 

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No issues at 80+ mph?

 

Not with the hard shells.