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No one would ever question that you absolutely need a umpire mask or helmet when umpiring behind the plate at any level. But what about in the field? The talk about base helmets for umpires began after base coaches started being required to wear them a few seasons ago...
Arik Goldsmit
Arik Goldsmit
Lets not even forget about the ones with the metal bleachers that reflect the sun or the ones that have cars parked behind the backstop with the sun reflecting off the windshields.
Fri at 12:42pm
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Thank you guys for your comments. The response has been mixed, as expected, in other places. Here is a link to the Umpire.org discussion board thread on the subject if anyone is interested:
http://www.umpire.org/vb/showthread.php?t=8253

The majority of comments there have been negative, which is fine. The point is still to offer an alternative and to discuss the topic in general, the latter of which is already taking place.
-Jim
Fri at 1:14pm
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The Midwest Umpire Blog, a blog that is known for extensively reviewing umpire equipment and clothing recently handed out its best products of 2009 awards.We are very proud that two of our recently launched products received accolades.Ultimate Ball Bag - Best Accessory"Its quality construction and...
Stephen ONeal

Stephen ONeal
I know that you got some of the new shoes in from Reebok already, but I have a couple of questions as I formulate my Christmas wishlist as it relates to Baseball shoes.

1. When are the Reebok plate shoes expected to be available in mid-cut? I know that only the Black/white option will be available.
2. Are they offering a... mid cut in the Field Magistrate base shoe and will you stock it?
3. When do you expect more sizes to be available in the Field Magistrate Low II. It looks like all you received in your first shipment to be be the smaller and larger sizes.
4. Are the field magistrate II and Quag II the same shoe except for MLB and NFL logos?
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November 18 at 11:58am · Report
Arik Goldsmit
Arik Goldsmit
@Jim... Darn it... ok, I think I can wait for a month and a half to pepper you with more questions.

However, thanks for your help as always.
Fri at 12:44pm
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No problem Stephen. Anytime.

Arik, you can ask me all the questions in person you want. I just made flight arrangements for LA the third weekend in January for the NCAA Umpire Clinic. You still planning on attending?
Fri at 1:07pm
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I was delighted upon finding myself quoted (see below) when reading the Referee Magazine issue that just arrived.The article titled "VENDORS GET GREAT RESPONSE FROM SUMMIT" was regarding the 2009 NASO Summit in Tucson Arizona (see earlier blog post) that we attended in July.As a company whose...
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17 MLB and Minor League umpires joined together and rose over $60,000 for UMPS CARE at a recent 100 Hole Golf Marathon event in Phoenix, Arizona.We elected to sponsor 4 MLB Umpires: Ted Barrett, Gary Darling, Marvin Hudson (in pic with me below) and Sam Holbrook.Through this fundraiser, UMPS CARE...
Malcolm Johnson
Malcolm Johnson
In South Africa it is difficult just to raise umpires while the game is growing tremendously
November 18 at 6:23am
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Malcolm, thanks for your post. So baseball is growing in South Africa? How is the umpiring? What are you guys wearing, especially gear wise? Some of the guys here might find your response interesting.
November 18 at 7:32am
Mike Blinci

Mike Blinci Jim, do you guys sell or have you consider selling plate coats? And do you know of anyone that sells a under armor like material that is a turtleneck but either short sleeved or sleeveless? thanks
mike

November 16 at 12:08am · Report
Jeff Morrison
Jeff Morrison
Nike Golf sells short sleeve, mock turtle necks. The are knit material. I wear them as casual wear. The have a similar feel to some of the Russell Dri-Power crewneck shirts that I wear as game undershirts.
Thu at 1:03pm
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Well, it sounds from you guys there is some interest in a plate coat. I'll look into it but not sure how much magic I can work to make it happen for spring 2010.

Thanks for sharing the info with Mike, Jeff. In that vein, you guys feel free to share any info with others in this fan page, not just with me... all good.
Fri at 12:21pm
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Building on what we accomplished with pants in our other sports, we now have detailed views of our basketball referee pants...
Brian Thornton

Brian Thornton Jim, do you have the Wilson umpire bag (A9779) in your shop?

October 31 at 8:38pm · Report
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Hey, Brian. Yes, we do have those in stock. Are you still thinking of coming by Friday? If so, let me know what time so I can be sure to be here. If around lunch time, maybe we could do lunch.
November 5 at 9:06am
Brian Thornton
Brian Thornton
It will probably be before lunch, but if you don't mind and early lunch, I don't either. I'll call you when I get back to the office.
November 5 at 10:49am
Brady Driver

Brady Driver Jim, I am a head wrestling official in MI. Looking for a new source as well. Question on the 5" wristbands- are they Cliff Keen? Thanks!

October 28 at 2:03pm · Report
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That's great! Thanks for your interest. We tried another supplier at one point on those wristbands (felt they were too tight) and came back to Cliff Keen for those. So yes, those are Cliff Keen. Flip disks are as well and the only 2 items we have from them.
November 5 at 9:05am
Brian

Brian
I have a comment I would like to throw out to those of you that officiate baseball. Why has no one ever considered using a football helmet like the new Riddell speed for baseball? If you look at that helmet it appears to be one of the safest helmets in the current market. the helmet covers the entire head and the on...ly drawback I see are having to wear a chinstrap for balancing the helmet, which can hinder the time it takes an official to take the helmet off during a bang bang play. Otherwise, trying it might not be so bad?Read More

October 24 at 3:42pm · Report
William Schiferl
William Schiferl
weight weight weight the only part of the head that is at risk is the neck. you only need protection on top of the head when one is umpiring in a enclosed fence
November 9 at 11:37pm
Brian
Brian
I respect that the bottom portion of the riddell helmet is open, you are correct sir
November 17 at 3:15pm
Winnona Melgazo Fifita

Winnona Melgazo Fifita hi do you guys have long-sleeve kids ref shirts

October 15 at 11:54am · Report
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Thanks for your question but we do not have those in long sleeves. My suggestion would be a long sleeve black or white undershirt to go with a short sleeve kids shirt.
October 15 at 5:26pm
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Todd Skaggs has been officiating high school football for over 7 years and is currently in his first year as a college official in the Division II West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.Todd recently joined us for a photo shoot at nearby South Oldham High School on a nearly perfect day...
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Two years ago Wilson introduced the Shock FX Umpire Helmet (right) with much excitement. Deserving of all the hype, it was a large leap in umpire safety through innovative designs to absorb more force than traditional hockey style umpire helmets...
William Schiferl
William Schiferl
total over kill
November 9 at 11:39pm
Arik Goldsmit
Arik Goldsmit
Brian, as a matter of fact, Riddell has one of the most sought after pieces of umpire equipment around. They dont make it anymore, but the Riddell Power chest protector (the one that Joe West put the kabosh on) has been regarded as one of the best CPs of all time.

So its not just a company thing.
Thu at 11:40am
Robert Holliday

Robert Holliday I am an assisgner for wrestling in NJ. I am looking for a new site to send my guys to. They have a small group of shops to choose from in NJ.

October 13 at 8:21am · Report
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Alright! That sounds great. Glad to have you guys. Check your inbox as sent you a little promo code for you all to use for next year.
October 13 at 12:09pm
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Also let me know if we are missing anything for you wrestling guys you might need.
October 13 at 12:10pm
Robert Holliday

Robert Holliday do you have any promo coupons?

October 13 at 8:19am · Report