All-Star Catchers Gear

IMNSHO, All-Star is the best. I used it when I was a catcher; my mask now is an FM25TI.

Matt- How was the chest protectors padding? That is my main concern.

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I can't directly speak to how they compare to others on today's market--all manufacturers have really improved their products in the last ten years. However, on the umpiring side, I have not seen any manufacturer put so much effort into R&D as All-Star, so I would guess that if they take the same approach with their catchers' gear, it is still the best.

I found their CP to be great protection. The rebound was better than most others that I wore, but not as good as a couple. So, take this post as you will.

I bought some at a tournament when coaching my sons team at the tail end of the 13U season. Used it as team gear for the 14U summer and fall season. Had a few kids that caught, and as most teenagers do, they dont take good care of stuff that isnt theirs. Tossing it around the duguot, dumping it out of the bag, throwing it in the bag, etc. Held up well. None of the kids complained about it. I even used it this summer, (two years later) and it is still in great shape. Come to think of it, his fall team used the gear. when I cleaned it up, I thought how it was still in great shape three years after I bought it.