Baseball Reviews

Under Armour Men’s Batter’s Leg Guard

The Under Armour Men’s Batter’s Leg Guard from Under Armour is made from a high-quality carbon fiber that is virtually indestructible. Designed to be able to disperse shockwaves throughout the shell while keeping your leg well protected. The great thing is that the carbon fiber is lightweight meaning that you will not worry about being weighed down.

The RHB Batters leg guard, while keeping your lower leg safe allows for breathability, ensuring that you remain dry even in hot conditions. This leg guard is specifically for right-handed batters.  It is to be worn on the left foot. A special feature is the removable top-of-foot protection.

The Under Armour Men’s Batter’s Leg Guard comes in four colors including black/white, steel/white, red/white, and royal/white. It only has one size that will fit all on the plate.

Product features

• Removable protection for the top-of-foot
• Left foot protection for right-handed batters
• Designed to allow air circulation and breathability
• Carbon fiber construction that is lightweight
• Weighs just 6 ounces

Pros

• Comfortable feel
• Durable high-density construction
• Allows for air circulation

Cons

• May not provide the best protection for both leg and ankle. It is advisable to find one that protects it the way you require

Baseball Protection for the Body

While baseball is without a doubt one of the most popular sports, anyone who loves the game is also well aware of the fact that you can sustain heavy injuries if you are not well protected. There are a number of equipment that is designed to protect you from sustaining injuries that could potentially sideline you for a long recovery period. Let us look at these protection gear and their main functions.

1. Head

One of the most common heads protection gear is the helmet mainly worn by batters and catchers. However, there are also cap liners worn under the hat. These liners will distribute the impact providing protection for pitchers and infielders.

2. Elbow

Injuries to the elbows are among the most common types sustained on the baseball pitch. To provide optimum protection, elbow guards are worn over the elbow. They are made of durable yet lightweight material and ensure that the player slides while keeping the arm and elbow safe.

3. Hand and wrist

Wrist guards work in a similar fashion to elbow guards and are designed to disperse impact. They can be worn by pitchers and batters and provide ample protection. Wrists and hands are among the most injured part of the player’s body in a match.

4. Knee

From bruises to abrasions the knees could sustain injuries that could mean that the player is out of the field for quite some time. For the best protection for your knees, make use of knee pads which will also keep the joint safe.

5. Shin and ankle

The shin and ankle will normally sustain injuries during sliding and while making sharp turns. One can tear a tendon that would cause immense pain. Ankle guard will help cover the shin top of the foot and shin. They have a hard shell that will disperse impact keeping you safe.

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