hello, i am very intrigued. I player soccer,i'm a goalkeeper.i hate wearing shinguards, will this protect, improvre my agility? big calfs M/L?I'm 5'7'
742688
These compression sleeves will provide about as much protection as a pair of thick knee socks. I have not noticed any improvements in my agility due to the compression sleeves, though they do reduce to some degree the fatigue of standing or sitting for a long time.
518629
I'd go for "large", just enough to protect the whole shin. Enough room for ankle braces / wraps (recommend for extra protection ligaments / tendances, bones, tenderness) on footing of the elastic bands. Be safe, have fun. Remember, kicking with the top of the foot. Talk instructor, or research types of kicks on YouTube.
192907
I bought the M Size, It could be done however it wont cover all the shin guard. Maybe with the Large Size. I am a 10.5 U.S foot size and fits perfect.
2142177
Hi, i think yes, because i play volleyboll and after every game i have sweat, first i put this protect patela after knee pad together, so is ok!!! ;)
1760788
Yes, it fits VERY well, much more comfortable than I thought it would be... had a friend, well over 6' tall try it, and he didn't need the extension... Hope that helps... VERY NICE holster... I did not get the calf strap, but would want to try it... think it would help a lot..
351197
I think it might depend on your calf size. Some people have bigger calves and going smaller may be more difficult putting on & removing the brace. However, over time the brace will loosen up. I know my has and I have to pull the strap more these days. My calves are a little smaller so I think, I could have went down another size. I will most likely purchase another one to see.
1552382
the straps are adjustable enough, yes. You might need to get a smaller yoke for the face mask, but if your head is body proportionate, you should be able to tighten the existing yoke enough. The shin guards MIGHT be a bit out of size depending on your leg length.
2039155
It has been awhile since my accident, but the low top came somewhere on my upper shin, I am 5'6''. Worked well on stabilizing a broken dancer bone. I also liked it because you could adjust the tightness with the press air bladder. Good luck and heal fast.
602485
Well I am 5'10" and medium fits me just right so small should work. To answer your second question no you do not; you place the shin pads then pull the provided sleeve over it which secures it nicely in place. The fabric for the sleeve is very thin so it might rip on contact if not covered by a sock. Hope I helped.
1990613
These leg guards protect well at a reasonable weight. In 14yrs umpiring I've never been hit in the field, but I suppose it can happen. I wear wide leg pants at the plate but regular pants on the field, so leg guards would only fit under baggy pants. The foot flaps are removable I think but not the knee flaps. This gear would be to bulky for me to wear in the field in my opinion.
657955
I like mediums, I'm 5'2" as well, depending on what you're using then for. The wrist guards are great, the knee pads are a bit thin, my friend got a large and the wrist guards are far too big.
881660
Volleyball or other "normal" pads are only somewhat effective for soccer. I wear a pair of 661 mountain biking knee pads. Very thick so lots of protection but the problem is that they move on the initial impact be it diving for a save or falling off my bike. I'm picking up a pair of these to wear UNDER my pads so that the big pad will take the fall and when it slips or moves this "base layer pad" will hopefully stay securely in place and absorb any additional impacts or sliding. The only question is since these were designed for basketball and a smooth court will the material holdup to the "grass" I play on which is very rough and unforgiving. We'll see... Volleyball or other "normal" pads are only somewhat effective for soccer. I wear a pair of 661 mountain biking knee pads. Very thick so lots of protection but the problem is that they move on the initial impact be it diving for a save or falling off my bike. I'm picking up a pair of these to wear UNDER my pads so that the big pad will take the fall and when it slips or moves this "base layer pad" will hopefully stay securely in place and absorb any additional impacts or sliding. The only question is since these were designed for basketball and a smooth court will the... » Read More Volleyball or other "normal" pads are only somewhat effective for soccer. I wear a pair of 661 mountain biking knee pads. Very thick so lots of protection but the problem is that they move on the initial impact be it diving for a save or falling off my bike. I'm picking up a pair of these to wear UNDER my pads so that the big pad will take the fall and when it slips or moves this "base layer pad" will hopefully stay securely in place and absorb any additional impacts or sliding. The only question is since these were designed for basketball and a smooth court will the material holdup to the "grass" I play on which is very rough and unforgiving. We'll see... « Show Less
400387
I have worn it above lace up tactical boots that go about two inchs above the ankle with no problem. If the boot tops went much higher than that I don't think they would reach around the calf.
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I'm male and a bit over 6 feet tall with 13 3/4 in calves. The medium calf compression sleeves are ideal in length but a tad loose fitting. Since you're a foot shorter than I, I suspect that medium will be too long.
838166
It is very large. It should be fine, especially worn above the calf, just below the knee joint, as intended.
201541
I received the M/L and wear a size 10 in a shoe. The heel part seemed to big for my feet. If u r a size 8 I would go with the smaller option. As far as the medium calf thing goes my athletic calf's couldn't handle it. Some of there products seem to be targeted for average legs. If it has a design be careful because it will leave marks up and down the leg. You could try the M/L to be safe and just return if they do not work.
653784
I agree with the previous statement. These are good leg guards for umpires. I have used them for 2 years now and have no complaints.