look im all for "progress" i have nothing against knee savers i think there great when needed just like the rest of "the tools of ignorance" but dont think there is anything out there thats going to make you a better catcher. its catching and there's nothing but hard work and a significant amount of plain ordinary toughness thats going to make coaches and pitchers want you back there.i wish there was some kind of flippent expression i could come up with but its useless talking about caves and cell phones and air conditioning or any other modern convenience when it relates to catching. with respect its a position that whether or not you wear knee savers when your finished playing you still may not be able to walk without pain.good luck and i hope all your catcher sons stay healthy!