Fielding glove recommendations

[absdad]

While that may be true about the cost, an A2000 will outlast the two Akadema's! The Akadema's, at that price level, come pretty much game ready & will get floppy in relatively short order.

Additionally, the cheaper Akadema's are notorious for running smaller than spec.

My dd's Akadema is running on 4 years now. Always stored with a ball in it, so it still holds it's shape. Not knocking the A2000's i think they are great. I've see plenty of flat A2000's, or high end gloves flat and floppy. Take care of them, and they will last.

Dunno about the running small part. Guess that depends on how you measure them. Glove pieces are cut with dies, and are all the same size, for the same model.

 

[marriard]

My dd's Akadema is running on 4 years now. Always stored with a ball in it, so it still holds it's shape.

My DD loves her Akadema. Wish she would take care of it better, but when she needs it I'll buy another one for her.

 

[MsDinosaur]

I bought a demo Akadema Reptilian from JustBallGloves in the 12.5" and I think it's neat. DD, however, doesn't care for it. If you hold it up against her 12" Mizuno, it does look about the same size or even a touch smaller.

 

[JAD]

I will second the recommendation of the Nokona Buckaroo. They are expensive, but if she takes care of it, it will be the last glove you have to buy. The all leather Nokona is a great glove too, but it is heavier than the Buckaroo.

 

[Greenmonsters]

You should also consider Vinci if you're considering top end gloves/mitts. Contact DFP member Casedawg for the Vinci hookup.

 

[casedawg51]

You should also consider Vinci if you're considering top end gloves/mitts. Contact DFP member Casedawg for the Vinci hookup.

Be glad to help if I can. email me at howell@syrupcity.net for some options on sizes and prices. We have a couple different levels of gloves and can get her in probably the last one she will need.

Casey

 

[obbay]

Thanks everyone- this has been very helpful!