Before, players were forced to use fielding masks that limited their vision, were bulky, and uncomfortable. Today players all over the world have switched to the RIP-IT Defense and are experiencing a level of vision and comfort never possible before. Blackout Technology Blackout Technology is like eye black for your equipment, but better. It works from the moment you put on the Defense to eliminate glare. As a result, you are able to focus on the ball like never before. Detachable Visor Some players like to use a visor, and some do not. This is why the Defense with Blackout Technology comes with a visor that can be attached when wanted and pulled off when not wanted. Steel Safety Cell Impacts from the ball hitting the Defense are repelled and the force is absorbed and transferred away from the point of impact. Superior Vision The Defense creates a stunning amount of vision and most players tend to forget they are wearing one. The flawless design is centered on removing what was unnecessary, and has created the best vision possible for a fielder’s face mask. You can see your feet. One of the unique things about the Defense is when you look down you can actually see your feet. While most face masks have obstructed views fielding grounders or pop-ups, the Defense and its clutter free design makes seeing the ball to your glove easy and flawless. Ponytails are part of the game. If you wear a ponytail while playing you know the issues it can cause. The Defense solves this problem with its ponytail strap. The ponytail strap allows you to pull your ponytail through the opening so everything fits perfect. Talking chin cups. Because the chin cup on the Defense is infinitely adjustable it fits you exactly how you want it to. This means more comfort, better positioning, and the ability to talk easily while wearing a fielder’s mask. The secret is the back of the chin cup is made of one continuous piece of velcro. Meaning you can stick it on however you need to.