Evoshield rolls out new gear for women’s fastpitch softball players

We’re big fans of the folks at Evoshield, easily one of the most innovative companies in the softball equipment biz.

They broke into the market with a revolutionary new design for protective equipment. It uses a lightweight substance that turns a gel into a solid, so players can custom-fit their own protective gear.

The system has fans in all different levels of several sports, and just last year Evoshield announced a partnership with National Pro Fastpitch.

This year, Evoshield recently released a line of gear specially made for women’s fastpitch softball players. Here’s a quick look:

EvoShield Women’s Fastpitch Batter’s Elbow Guard ($44.99)

Protect your elbow from inside pitches (or you can crowd the plate) with the women’s fastpitch elbow guard. Provides complete protection without interfering with your swing.

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EvoShield Women’s Fastpitch Catcher’s Thumb Protector ($21.99)

Avoid injury and avoid missed playing time with a custom-fitted thumb guard that fits comfortably inside your glove, acting as a stabilizing brace while providing impact protection for the inside palm.

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EvoShield Women’s Racerback Chest & Back Guard ($89.99)

This racerback style chest/back guard is especially helpful for infielders, who might sometimes find themselves on the wrong end of a bad hop.

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EvoShield Women’s Fastpitch Forearm Guard ($24.99)

This forearm guard features a unique design, which allows for full coverage without making it more difficult to bend your elbow. Great for slap hitters.

Related: Shop our entire selection of Evoshield protective gear.

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Save $10 when you buy a pair of Nike Men’s Air Diamond Trainers

Nike Men’s Air Diamond Trainers have been around for years, and they’re consistently among our top sellers in footwear.

Why?

Try as they might, competitors just can’t beat the durability and quality of these versatile shoes. The Air Diamond trainers are great for wearing into the batting cage, using for outfield conditioning or wearing on turf fields.

You’ll always have a comfortable fit, thanks to the Air Diamond trainer’s lightweight synthetic leather construction. The training shoe also has a full-length Nike Phylon midsole with Air-Sole units in the heels.

The outside is an aggressive rubber that utilizes a nubby design.

These shoes usually retail for $59.99, but you can get them at Softball Sales for $49.99.

Related: Shop our entire selection of recently reduced baseball footwear.

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Friday focus: Take $5 off the retail price of Louisville Slugger’s TPX CB1 Adult Batting Gloves

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Not everyone can make it in the big leagues, and that’s just as true with equipment.

Professional ballplayers demand the most out of the gear that they use, which means that the equipment actually has to function well and last throughout a long, demanding season.

Louisville Slugger’s TPX CB1 Adult Batting Gloves are used by many top players, precisely because they can pass both of those tests. The leather embossed palm is thin enough to provide the ideal amount of responsiveness, while retaining the toughness to withstand thousands of at-bats.

The TPX CB1 Adult Batting Gloves include strategically placed Lycra between the fingers and on the back of the hand for a snug, custom fit and a cooler dryer hand.

These batting gloves are available in four standard colors and five exclusive multi-color styles. They usually retail for $39.99, but you can get a pair for $34.99 at Softball Sales.

Related: Shop our entire selection of softball batting gloves.

Friday Focus: A closer look at Reebok’s Men’s Zig Dynamic Running Shoes

It’s been out on the market for a while now, but we’re still fascinated with the technology in Reebok’s ZigTech shoes.

It’s got a unique look, that’s for sure. But beneath all of those wiggly bumps on the bottom of your shoe is solid science, designed to protect you from shin splints, knee injuries and the wear and tear of hard training.

As the folks at Reebok explain:

“Traditional energy return is focused only on the vertical impact of the heel strike,” said Reebok’s Head of Advanced Innovation, Bill McInnis. “In contrast, ZigTech is designed to transfer energy horizontally along the zigs so the athlete gets that energy back in the forefoot.”

The lightweight, flexible bottom unit, minimalist upper, and whisper-quiet ground contact also contribute to making ZigTech a new standard in running and training footwear. In fact, by wearing Reebok’s ZigTech footwear, training longer just got easier. The technology causes up to 20% less wear and tear on key leg muscles, especially the shins and hamstrings.

That’s certainly the case with Reebok’s Men’s Zig Dynamic Running Shoes.

They’re built for the gym, the trail and the diamond. They’ve got the ubiquitous ZigTech sole, designed to provide the perfect balance of energy efficiency and cushioning.

They also feature a SmoothFit upper, designed to minimize irritation and rub, and a Transition Bridge for optimal heel-to-toe handling. The synthetic upper provides lightweight comfort and support.

Get a pair for $99.99 at Softball Sales.

Related: Shop our entire selection of Reebok footwear.