What's with the webs?
Regarding glove webs, it tends to be a matter of personal preference. Sure, there are unique features to each web, but ultimately, people play with a glove that they feel comfortable with. We see many infielders use open webs so that the dirt can escape after they field a ground ball. Then again, one of the most famous infielders, Derek Jeter, uses a closed Basket™ Web. There really aren’t any rules when choosing a web; people choose one based on their own style of play. Here, I will try to break down some of the differences you see in the various types of webs.
Trap-Eze® Web: Rawlings patented this web in 1959. It’s often referred to as the six-finger glove. The laces allow the glove to close naturally around the ball. This is a popular choice among outfielders. Additionally, we will be offering a 11 ¼” Heart of the Hide Model with a Trap-Eze Web that will work for infielders. We currently offer other gloves with a Trap-Eze Web that work for pitchers or 3B including the PROS12TCB from the Pro Preferred® Series and the SL12XTC from the Sandlot Series.
Basket Web™: This web, patented by Rawlings in 1967, is both stretchable and flexible. Its deep pocket makes it a good choice for just about any position.
Basket Connector Web™: This web, patented by Rawlings in 1994, is a variation of our Basket Web. The Basket Connector Web adds an additional axis that wraps around and secures the ball.
I Web™: Our I Web offers a bit more flex than our Pro-H™ Web. Its laces make it easy to modify the depth of the pocket to the player’s preference. This is a popular choice among infielders as it provides a quick, easy transition from glove to hand.
Pro H™ Web: The Pro H Web uses two bars of leather connected by a horizontal strip to provide increased stability and control. With its large catching surface, it makes this web a good choice among outfielders. It also allows outfielders to block the sun or lights while still being able to see the ball.
Modified Trap: This web is a modified version of the famous Rawlings Trap-Eze. Its t-bar adds some stability while its lacing allows the web to expand. This web is popular among infielders and pitchers.
Single Post: Thanks to its simple design and lack of lace, this web allows for an easy break-in. Many infielders favor this web. The Single Post web is only available in our custom glove program.
1-Piece Solid: This web, patented by Rawlings in 1953, is used primarily by infielders. The opening between the web and pocket helps to create flexibility and a nice, deep pocket. This web is only available in our custom glove program.
2-Piece Solid: This web is a good choice for pitchers as it allows them to hide the ball and conceal their pitches. The two pieces work as a hinge to create more flex.
I hope that helps you to better understand the various webs and their function. I’d be interested to know what’s your favorite web and why?
Denny Whiteside
Rawlings Glove Engineer
Trap-Eze® Web: Rawlings patented this web in 1959. It’s often referred to as the six-finger glove. The laces allow the glove to close naturally around the ball. This is a popular choice among outfielders. Additionally, we will be offering a 11 ¼” Heart of the Hide Model with a Trap-Eze Web that will work for infielders. We currently offer other gloves with a Trap-Eze Web that work for pitchers or 3B including the PROS12TCB from the Pro Preferred® Series and the SL12XTC from the Sandlot Series.
Basket Web™: This web, patented by Rawlings in 1967, is both stretchable and flexible. Its deep pocket makes it a good choice for just about any position.
Basket Connector Web™: This web, patented by Rawlings in 1994, is a variation of our Basket Web. The Basket Connector Web adds an additional axis that wraps around and secures the ball.
I Web™: Our I Web offers a bit more flex than our Pro-H™ Web. Its laces make it easy to modify the depth of the pocket to the player’s preference. This is a popular choice among infielders as it provides a quick, easy transition from glove to hand.
Pro H™ Web: The Pro H Web uses two bars of leather connected by a horizontal strip to provide increased stability and control. With its large catching surface, it makes this web a good choice among outfielders. It also allows outfielders to block the sun or lights while still being able to see the ball.
Modified Trap: This web is a modified version of the famous Rawlings Trap-Eze. Its t-bar adds some stability while its lacing allows the web to expand. This web is popular among infielders and pitchers.
Single Post: Thanks to its simple design and lack of lace, this web allows for an easy break-in. Many infielders favor this web. The Single Post web is only available in our custom glove program.
1-Piece Solid: This web, patented by Rawlings in 1953, is used primarily by infielders. The opening between the web and pocket helps to create flexibility and a nice, deep pocket. This web is only available in our custom glove program.
2-Piece Solid: This web is a good choice for pitchers as it allows them to hide the ball and conceal their pitches. The two pieces work as a hinge to create more flex.
I hope that helps you to better understand the various webs and their function. I’d be interested to know what’s your favorite web and why?
Denny Whiteside
Rawlings Glove Engineer
posted by Rawlings at 1/12/2007 06:25:00 AM
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