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Looking for the ultimate baseball catching protective gear?

It is often said that baseball catchers need to be the toughest player on the field because of all the action they get. That's why having the right baseball catcher's gear or catcher's gear set is so important. It helps protect you from being injured – not only by baseballs thrown in the dirt and foul tips off hitters' bats, but by opposing players plowing into you at the plate. No wonder there are so few baseball players who want to catch!

At CatchingInstruction.com, we recommend that you invest in the right catchers mitt, leg guards, chest protector, catcher's helmet, face mask and protective gear so that you can have a long and productive baseball career.

Catchers mitts are generally 32 to 33 inches and feature varying grades of leather and padding, depending on the model. It's important to remember that the best catcher's mitt is not always the most expensive glove. Find a mitt that fits your hand and feels comfortable. It can take a few weeks to break in a new mitt. Therefore, you should not use a brand new catchers mitt for the first time in a game. You will have a difficult time catching pitches and ball will constantly pop out. Instead, break in your new mitt during practice and when catching bullpen sessions. Baseball catchers in older age groups might consider having a second catcher's mitt, just in case your laces break in the middle of a game.

Catchers leg guards and catchers shin guards come in all lengths and styles, so be sure you know how to measure properly. It would obviously be inappropriate for youth catcher to wear adult catchers equipment and vice-versa. Leg guards are typically measured in inches from the middle of the knee cap to the ankle bone. However, it's important to note that some shin guards have extensions of the toe protector, which can really help keep a player's feet from getting smashed by the ball. (Note: We also recommend putting pitching toes put on both of your baseball cleats.

Catchers chest protectors should measure from the colar bone to the belly button, for when a catcher squats. Anything below the belly button will just curl and not be very productive for play.

Catchers helmets and catchers face masks generally come in small and large sizes, for youths and adults, although many catcher equipment manufacturers place a head size inside. Many baseball catchers headgear is also adjustable to a degree.

The last and final component that more and more baseball catchers are using are catchers knee savers. Knee savers are an accessory that fits behind a player's knees when squatting into the catching position. They help limit the wear and tear that catchers knees take over the course of a baseball season.