Some of our newer umpire products we've had since December '08 or before are doing very well in their respective categories. The new items that have met our criteria for the Customer Choice seal so far include:- Wilson Titanium Umpire Mask in a Standard Profile
The standard profile is the preferred frame shape of our customers and umpires at higher levels when compared to the low profile shape. And despite the higher price tag, the Wilson titanium mask has been our best selling umpire mask overall so far this year. - Diamond Silver Frame Umpire Mask
We identified the silver look mask as one of our trends to prepare for this year, but these have been so popular we've had to more than double our orders from Diamond to meet demand. - Smitty Dark Grey Flexiblefit Umpire Pants
Smitty introduced the dark grey pants last year and despite everything we've gotten before from Smitty being higher quality, umpire pants last year had some issues as a result in a change of manufacturer. There were some sizing issues (too tight) and some clasp issues (some came out). This was not a good combination, and it resulted in a good deal of returns. Believe me when I say I had my fair share of things to say about this to Smitty.
This year, the second time was the charm with the fixing of the sizing and clasp issues, adding the 2" expandable waistband, making darker the dark grey so it's in line with what is being worn at the college level and adding a combo choice in addition to plate and base pants.
It appears our customers are finding this to be the best value dark grey umpire pant on the market considering it's $30 less expensive, doesn't need drycleaning, and is lighter in weight due its performance fabric. - New Balance All-Black Umpire Shoes
As expected, sales have been strong for both the D and 2E widths and comments have been favorable... another winner in umpire shoes from New Balance.
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