The 3n2 Reaction Baseball / Softball Men's Umpire Shoes are designed to minimize dirt build up while providing comfort to reduce knee and joint stress associated with prolonged standing. Featuring genuine leather which +is easy to clean and polish-able. These referee shoes are the official shoe of the National Softball Association and National Pro Fastpitch.
FEATURES:
Removable tongue
Genuine leather that provides polish-ability
Black on black color preferred by umpires
Lightweight, compression-molded EVA midsole reduces knee and joint stress
Designed to minimize dirt build up on shoe for easy cleaning
Official Umpire Shoe of the National Softball Association and National Pro Fastpitch
This is the second pair I have ever owned. Loved my first pair so much that for the price, I couldn't beat replacing them.
ProsInexpensive
Light wieght
Cooler temperature to the feet in the hot sun
They have lasted as long or longer than the New Balance ones that I bought last year
ConsInsoles may need replacing after a 100+ games
Keep a spare set of shoe laces
Customer Service:
If you are looking for a shoe to use as a home plate umpire, you would want one that is specifically made for that position with an extra protective plate on the front for loose balls such as this one: http://www.sportsunlimitedinc.com/3n2-reaction-pro-plate-mid-mens-umpire-shoes.html
Q.
Don Saunders from Pittsburgh PA asked:
With the removable tongue, are these then to be considered safe for behind the plate. Are they steel toed?
Customer Service:
These shoes are not steel-toed, but are safe for use behind the plate. They are the Official Umpire Shoe of the National Softball Association and National Pro Fastpitch.
A.
Customer Service:
These shoes are not steel-toed, but are safe for use behind the plate. They are the Official Umpire Shoe of the National Softball Association and National Pro Fastpitch.