All-Star Cobalt Umpire Skull Cap

I bought this skull cap in January but waited to write this review until I had used it in hot weather. I am very pleased with how the skull cap handled the heat. The vents in the cap allow me to feel whatever breeze there may be, and the pads inside are highly absorbent. So much so that I think this skull cap may actually be more comfortable in hot weather than a regular umpire ball cap. Meanwhile, I've taken balls to the mask with the Cobalt skull cap and with a regular ball cap, and it's no contest, the skull cap offers much better protection.

I purchased this, used it for the very first time and it came in handy, took a shot to the head on a foul tip and it did what it’s designed to do. It fits great as well.

This is a amazing product. Was not sure how it would react, and yes, I was waiting for that adult baseball foul tip. Well, received it Sunday night and didn't feel the head pressure which was normally felt. A great product!!!

I got the new All-Star Cobalt skull cap in the mail and couldn’t wait to try it out. It fits well and it feels comfortable. Even though it is hot and humid here in Florida, I think it’s a great investment.

I started using this because so many youth level backstops have concrete (where the ball comes back at us faster than it went by us) or those overhanging backstops where it can come straight down. This skull cap is more comfortable than a plain cap and safer. Not to mention I don't need 4-5 caps for a week as they get soaked (in sweat) and get the salt rings. Here in Arizona, we've been dealing with high 90's and low 100's already so staying cool is an advantage.

I made this purchase after sustaining a mild concussion behind the plate. I was amazed how well it fit and how light it was. The texture holds the mask perfectly.

Works great. Takes time getting used to it.

I switched from a Hockey-Style Mask to the All-Star Cobalt Umpire Skull Cap and paired it with a Wilson Dyna-Lite Aluminum Mask. The transition has been an easy one as the Skull Cap stays put and I feel just as protected.

Started using the All-Star Cobalt Skull Cap in youth games with close or overhanging backstops. The skull cap is comfortable, not too heavy nor too hot. No issues with mask fitting or removing my mask during play. A good product that provides additional safety.

I had the opportunity to use my All-Star Cobalt Umpire Skull cap for a doubleheader a few days ago. I absolutely love this product. The fit is great. Not too tight. Not too loose. While (thankfully) the only thing that got close to the skull cap was a foul ball off the mask, I felt protected. The breathable vent holes made the mask comfortable to wear for the entire duration. Buy it. You will not be disappointed!!

The All-Star Cobalt umpire skull cap adds another layer of protection behind the plate. Works great with my Diamond mask. The exterior finish holds the straps tightly in place. As others have said, on top of the added protection, it is a good replacement for a sweaty, stained cap.

I am very happy with this skull cap! I feel totally protected and it works well with my traditional face mask. I highly recommend it! Great product for the money.

Love the All-Star Cobalt Skull Cap. I feel really protected and works well with my umpire face mask. A highly valued purchase.

I just got a chance to use the Cobalt Skull Cap the other night. I like the feel, I think I would like to get a smaller insert and try it but love the feel. The only negative issue is that the seam around the edge of the bill of he helmet is very sharp. I will need to buff that down smooth, or I'll have a hand full of "paper cuts". I can see that he finish will mar rather easily, but I can deal with that.

After switching from a hockey style mask back to a standard umpire mask, I wanted the head protection and security I felt and this Cobalt Skull Cap is perfect. It certainly took some getting used to but, like anything else you figure out what works for you. If you want the piece of mind, I recommend this for sure.

Ordered my Cobalt Umpire Skull Cap last week and used it this past weekend and I love it. My partner ordered his this week I would tell everyone to get one. It's worth the money and worth the protection.

Typically I’ve worn a Wilson Shock FX hockey style mask but the padding is no more so it was time to switch to a mask. I’ve been afraid to do so because I have a large head that a mask doesn’t fully protect. For reference I wear a size 8 New Era cap. I bought a Force3 mask that fully protects my face but left the top of my head exposed, so I tried the All-Star Cobalt Skull Cap and have not been disappointed. It fits great, the XL does fit larger than the advertised 7-5/8”, truly will fit a size 8 skull. The skull cap also has a textured, orange peel type of finish to it that really holds the masks harness into place with almost no movement. This skull cap looks great replacing the typical dirty, salt stained black cap I would otherwise wear if not for this skull cap. HIGHLY recommend for any umpire to try out, will not disappoint.

As I have aged, I have paid more attention to concussion prevention and I thought it was time to try the All-Star Cobalt Umpire Skull Cap. When I first tried it on after I received it, it tended to slide forward when I put my Force3 mask on. A little adjustment to the front padding of the skull cap has solved that problem. I like that the inner pads can be removed and placed in different positions for a custom fit. The marks that have appeared on the finish of the skull cap when I have been adjusting fit have rubbed off with water and a towel. Looking forward to using it in a game situation in the next month or so.

Would not normally be my preference but we have a couple of diamonds with lose netting over home plate to stop ball flying into neighbors properties. Balls come straight down on plate. I found it comfortable to use and very effective.

I really wanted this since I knew about the release and expected great things but the fit just wasn't right. Like another reviewer said it sits really high on my head. It felt tight and I wasn't crazy about the finish. It appears to mark easily. I reluctantly returned it today.

Traditionally, we play a lot of ball in domes in the winter and I needed better head protection than a baseball cap because of foul balls rebounding off the dome walls and previous concussions. I've worn the hockey-style mask, but no matter what I did I had fogging issues with my glasses and the weight was an issue. It didn't take long for this skull cap to pay for itself! Top of the 2nd inning the first game wearing the cap and a foul ball rebounded off the dome and hit me smack on top of the head. I have no doubt this cap kept me in the game! 100% recommend this product!

It wasn't for me. I tried both the XL and L and could not get either one to fit correctly. The helmet sat high on my head and was not secure at all. If I tipped my head down towards the ground the skull cap fell off. I wanted it to work, but it just didn't. Other reviews on the skull cap were great, so maybe it's just my head shape but I returned them both. Excellent customer service at Ump-Attire.com though. Couldn't be better.

Very comfortable, solid umpire skull cap. Can't wait to use it in a game (receive in early January). Interior padding is top notch and it works with both my Delta Flex and traditional mask harnesses very well (although I like using it with the Delta Flex better). Looking forward to being able to get the extra pads for multi-game days, plus it appears the hardshell is the same size, so having a mix of padding sizes will help customize it to my exact fit.

Great skull cap. I wore it for 4 games this weekend, very comfortable, did not stick to my mask once. I was worried that the skull cap would not be large enough, I wear a 7 3/4 to 8 cap, but the extra-large size fit well. It is about time umpires have a skull cap made just for them. The exterior of the cap gets very warm, doused it with water a few times. If you are on the fence, buy it, it is great.