Question; Need Advice on Spikes/Cleats

[jdn4891]

I'm looking to get a new pair of spikes. What is a good pair of spikes for catching? I want something with support. I'm a bit older now, so I'm definitely thinking I need a cleat that supports the ankle.

Any ideas?

[korp]

I found that high top type cleats give the most support for catching .... you could also get ankle braces too if you needed extra. I like Mizuno's (9 spike is my preferred) but I would say try a couple different brands and get what feels good.

[soceric]

3/4 top works well. Not sure if Under Armour has them in metal, But the UA is really comfortable. Also, if you catch with 3/4 top or high top all the time, and switch to a low top.. you WILL notice that your ankles have gotten a lot weaker when you crouch. I'd practice in low top, and use the 3/4 tops for games.

My 2 cents..

[jdn4891]

Thanks a lot, good advice. I do like the Mizuno 9, but I also like the NIke MVP.

I used to catch in a pair of low Asics gel spikes, but apparently Asics isn't selling baseball cleats in the US anymore, Japan/Asia only.

I also like these 3 N 2's;

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3114838

Know anything about these?

[CanadianKid]

go with some huarache 2k5's

[59FIFTY]

Jup, the 2k5's are by far the most comfortable cleats i've ever worn.

I used to wear mizuno they are nice too, but they don't have the same comfort/support/looks! as the 2k5's;)

[jdn4891]

Thanks for the input, I appreciate it.