All-Star Cobalt Umpire Skull Cap

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.