Forearm Guards
This User Guide is relevant to the following styles of Forearm Guard and Wrist Guard:
5617 ORIGINAL FOREARM GUARD
Size Range: Adult, Youths
The Original Forearm Guard is suitable to be worn by adults of normal strength playing at a high level of cricket. The skill of the batter and level of strength of the opponent determines the level of protection suitable for the player
5651 PLAYERS WRIST GUARD
Size Range: Adult
The Players Wrist Guard is suitable to be worn by adults of normal strength playing at a high level of cricket. The skill of the batter and level of strength of the opponent determines the level of protection suitable for the player
5619 909 FOREARM GUARD
Size Range: Adult, Youths, Junior
The 909 Forearm Guard is suitable to be worn by adults of normal strength playing at a good level of club cricket. The skill of the batter and level of strength of the opponent determines the level of protection suitable for the player
5650 WRIST GUARD
Size Range: Adult, Youths
The Wrist Guard is suitable to be worn by adults of normal strength playing at a good level of Club cricket. The skill of the batter and level of strength of the opponent determines the level of protection suitable for the player
How to Choose your Arm Protection?
Forearm Guards and Wrist Guards are designed to protect the vulnerable leading arm. These personal protective items should be a comfortable and non-restrictive fit, whilst offering sufficient coverage of the lower arm. A Forearm guard is a great option for players facing fast bowling. This may give a player the extra protection and possibly the confidence that they need to succeed.
How to Wear your Arm Protection?
Forearm Guard
Forearm Guards are designed to protect the lower half of the leading arm whilst playing Cricket and are not to be worn to protect another area of the body. This product is not designed for any other sport or activity. The soft towelled / curved area of the protector should sit on your lower arm around the ulna bone and the padded protective area should sit on top of this to protect from impact.
Wrist Guard
Wrist Guards are designed to protect the wrist and lower arm area whilst playing Cricket and are not to be worn to protect another area of the body. This product is not designed for any other sport or activity. The towelled band should wrap around your lower arm and wrist region, the hard outer shell should sit on the outside of your ulna bone to protect the arm from impact from a cricket ball.
How to Adjust your Arm Protections
Most Forearm Guards have two adjustable Velcro straps across the top and bottom of the protector which can be adjusted to the individual players fit.
Wrist guards do not offer any adjustments. Therefore, it is essential to get the correct fit and feel.
How to Care for your Arm Protection?
In many cases, the more you use your equipment the shorter the lifespan. However, with proper care and maintenance, you can help to extend this lifespan.
· Don’t expose your equipment to any solvents or harsh chemicals.
· Where possible avoid exposure to direct sunlight, any extreme temperatures or conditions as this will affect the lifespan and appearance of your protective equipment.
· Do not modify, your protection in any way such as: by cutting, removing or adding material from any area of your equipment.
· Unfortunately, the chemicals in sweat can be damaging to cricket equipment. If the protective equipment becomes wet through sweat during normal use, store it in well-ventilated conditions to help remove any residual moisture from the item.
· If you notice excess dirt on your protective equipment, you can remove this by using a clean, soft, damp cloth and then store the gloves in a well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, till completely dry.
· Any form of mistreatment or misuse will drastically reduce the life span of your equipment.
If you notice any of the following, then it would be suggested for you to replace your equipment:
· Large Splits / Tears
· Velcro Straps are no longer securing the Forearm Guard in place.
· Severe discolouration – a small amount of discolouration is expected from normal use, such as marks from the sun, sweat, dust, dirt and impact from a Cricket ball.
· If the level of Cricket you regularly play at has improved since you purchased your Forearm Guard or Wrist Guard, and you no longer feel it provides you with suitable protection.
Young Cricketers are likely to outgrow their Person Protective Equipment, meaning they are no longer fully protected across the desired area. This may also cause some restriction when running between the wickets. It is important to regularly check junior equipment and ensure that it is still a safe size to use.
When storing your protective equipment we recommend the following:
· Use a kit bag to store all your equipment, in a well-ventilated area that isn’t exposed to extreme temperatures.
· Secure any Velcro straps to stop them from catching on itself or any other equipment.
· If storing equipment over an extended period, such as the winter, we recommend removing any excess dirt and moisture before leaving in a well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight.
· If any item of equipment has been cleaned or is wet from normal use. Please ensure it is completely dry before returning to your kit bag or before storing for an extended period.