What are the advantages and disadvantages of each type of catcher's mitt? DD currently using a dual hinge A1000, but it seems the majority of catchers I see are using single hinge models.
Single hinge vs. dual hinge mitts?
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Maybe single hinge are available more. I am betting most catchers won't know what you are talking about. I just think that it is personal preference.
Dual hinge mitts better mimics the hand than a single hinge mitt. One hinge mimics the fold between the thumb and palm, and the other hinge mimics the fold between the pinky-ring finger and palm. A dual hinge catchers mitt tends to have a deeper pocket because it pulls the thumb forward a bit which is better suited for softball. Also, a dual hinge mitt opens flatter when blocking. I'm fairly sure the majority of fastpitch catchers mitts are dual hinge.
Greenmonsters
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Dual hinge. Period. IMHO, single hinge is a baseball design (and encourages poor blocking technique).
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My daughter uses a Vinci fast pitch catchers mitt. Is that considered a dual hinge mitt?
Greenmonsters
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Yes, it is.
Uh, what's this about?
Welcome to DFP, salina.
However it seems you may have posted your comment in the wrong thread. This is about catcher's mitts, not the NECC DVD.
