Designed by umpires, for umpires.
You’ll hear it from the benches on a few of your balls and strikes, but gearing up with FORCE3 is always the right call.
Focus on your zone and the bang-bang plays at home without worrying about your safety. The Ultimate Umpire Chest Protector with DuPont™ Kevlar® can handle the blunt force trauma from a fastball and keep you in there for every pitch, every game.
FORCE3 GAME-CHANGERS:
- Constructed with 11 individual multi-layer DuPont™ Kevlar® sections. Engineered for maximum PROTECTION, MOBILITY and COMFORT
- Multi-layer DuPont™ Kevlar® sections, memory foam, and EVA. All work together for MAXIMUM FORCE DISPERSEMENT
- 3mm thick “No Feel” blast shield has an additional layer of hard-shell plastic beneath the neoprene cover
- Remarkable protection at only ½” thick, the Ultimate Umpire Chest Protector is VIRTUALLY INVISIBLE under a uniform
- One Size FIts All! 100% customizable – All components can be CUSTOM FIT for protection and mobility, no matter your size
- Adjustable from 12” to 16.5” and 14” to 19” wide
- Includes throat extension, bottom extension, removable/adjustable wings (for those with larger chests), and a connecting tab for bicep extensions (bicep extensions not included).
- Removable shoulder caps contain updated padding for EXTRA PROTECTION
- Custom-designed 4-point harness at back, keeps your chest protector SAFELY CENTERED and SECURED
- Neoprene cover is durable, breathable and hand washable
- Stainless steel hardware prevents any rust from forming and prolongs the life of the chest protector
- Cool Flow comfort fabric around neck area, and special airflow fabric backing regulate temperature and KEEP YOU COOL on hot days
WHY DUPONT™ KEVLAR®?
- PROVEN PROTECTION - Kevlar® has been used by law enforcement and the military for decades
- ABRASION & PUNCTURE RESISTANCE - Kevlar® fiber boosts impact abrasion resistance, lessens wear, provides puncture protection and tear resistance
- LIGHTWEIGHT - Kevlar® fiber is five times stronger than steel (on an equal weight basis), providing lightweight strength without sacrificing performance or protection
- STRONG & RUGGED - Kevlar® fiber maintains its high-performance qualities, like tensile strength, even after repeated stress and strain
CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Hand wash with mild soap. Do not submerge in water. Dry at room temperature. Do not use machine dryer.
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RETURNS & EXCHANGES: Why haven’t I received my refund yet?It may take your banking institution 7-10 business days to process your refund. Please contact them directly if you do not receive your refund.
WARRANTY: Some of this equipment is going to take a serious beating. What’s your warranty policy?On the rare occasion that our gear doesn’t hold up to its normal workload, we offer a 1-year warranty (from the date of original purchase) against manufacturer’s defects. Click here to learn more about our 1 YEAR WARRANTY.
Still have questions?No problem. Send us an email at support@force3progear.com and we will respond as quickly as we can.
- Specs and sizing
Your best bet is to SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER and get your name in our lineup! Not only do you get exclusive new product previews and front-of-the-line access to upcoming promotions, you’ll also receive 20% OFF your next purchase! Want more? SIGN UP TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGE communications from us, and get another 20% off on your second purchase!
To ensure that our products work exactly as described, please take a look at our SIZE CHARTS and make sure you get the perfect fit.
All your shipping and delivery questions will be answered by checking out our FREE SHIPPING OVER $50 policy.
We understand the importance of a perfect fit. That’s why we came up with our Return Policy. Check it out to learn more!
It may take your banking institution 7-10 business days to process your refund. Please contact them directly if you do not receive your refund.
On the rare occasion that our gear doesn’t hold up to its normal workload, we offer a 1-year warranty (from the date of original purchase) against manufacturer’s defects. Click here to learn more about our 1 YEAR WARRANTY.
No problem. Send us an email at support@force3progear.com and we will respond as quickly as we can.
I have not put my new chest protector to work yet, but have cinched it up to fit me and Wow! It fits so well and is form fitting even on a smaller woman umpire. I cannot wait to put it through its paces in the Fall and Spring!
Overall, I love my new Force 3 chest protector. I’ve used it in 6 games and even took a couple of good shots with great protection. I also love the low profile slim design. However, I do have a reduced arm range of motion when moving my arms across my body.
Hi Roger, we're glad to hear you're enjoying your Force3 chest protector and that it provides great protection! If you have any concerns regarding arm range of motion, feel free to contact support@force3progear.com. They'll be happy to assist you.
Excellent! Great!
Won’t ever buy anything but this chest protector, best I have ever had
I really like how this vest has options to modify it and make it fit more securely and keep you safe.
Love this chest protector.
It’s very light, comfortable & most importantly super protective.
I’ve taken pictures that hit me straight on without any deflection as well as a couple foul tips that went straight into me & forgot all about it within 2 pitches later
Love it
Excwllent piece of equipment!
Best best I ever owned. Been hit by a couple screamers and the best takes the hit, dispersed the impact over a larger area causing far less brushing than any other vest I’ve worn. Tight fit to the chest, clavicles and throat leaving little room for a ball to find a hole. Lightweight vest and not as hot as the bulkier ‘other guys’ vest. Easy on/off as well as streamline fit where you can move without feeling of a bulky vest. I swear by Force 3 and will most likely never get behind the plate with anything else.
Not sure yet as I purchased it at the end of the season because of the great price. My fellow umpires love the chest protector.
Used my F3 chest protector for the first time last weekend. Softball 16U.. I have a medical port in my left chest. Took a direct hit with no problem. Fits great. Very comfortable.
Great chest protector. Light and easy to get used to. Some black strings hanging off. Hopefully it's nothing and the stitching doesn't come undone the because I really like the chest protector.
The last shot I took with the west vest in the shoulder left a good size bruise and didn’t protect me well at all this force 3 best is deffenately the way to go the force 3 shins are outstanding
Comfortable, not too heavy or hot. Looks like it will absorb hits well. It’s only got about 2 games on it. I did take a foul to the shoulder and it did a nice job at doing its job. Please follow up with me after I get the fall season in for a more in depth and informed review. Only having 2 games isn’t enough to give it proper evaluation. It has nice profile under uniform shirt.
Leaps annd bounds above any other Chest Protector I have used in the past.
List of others used:
Multiple West Vests
Diamond ix3
Multiple Champion
Multiple All-Star
What I would like to see added:
Extension down to almost the belt.
Option for more shoulder protection and ability to secure it to shoulder.
I haven’t worn the CP or SG’s yet as I am recovering from shoulder and bicep tendon surgery. This equipment is replacing my old umpiring gear. I wore the same exact SG’s before. Now all of my safety gear is Force3! I will do an official review next baseball season.
Best chest protector for doing NFHS and higher levels. Low profile. Offers lots of protection without the bulkiness.
Force3 is the industry standard.
Force 3 has changed the game. This fits the profile of everything an umpire needs and wants. Lightweight, good coverage for protection, adjustable, good straps and clips. All around the best chest protector I've ever wore, and I've had quite a few; everything from +POS to Wilson, there is no comparison. Spend the money, worth every penny. And if you catch it right, they'll throw in shin guards for free!! Well done Force 3
This chest protector has not only given me great protection against foul tips, but provided a very comfortable experience.
Replaced my old chest protector after a broken collarbone. Used the new Force3 Kevlar 3 days after and got a direct hit right in the same area .. didn’t feel a thing !!!!
Done some games with fits good took shot to the chest no problem
Love this chest protector
I wore the V2 for a couple years - found it to be a real good quality low profile chest protector and offered what I believed to be a good level of protection. It is designed to be worn tight like the Kevlar vest I wore while working in law enforcement which led to being a bit hot during summer games. I took a couple shots that left bruises in upper level games and ultimately I decided to go back to the hard shell Wilson WV.
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