Nexed Rec-Ball Products...

[yeahthatsme]

i really like that jersey design!!(btw need any product testers)


i agree that some darkish colors would be cool.


also, how about some simple black pants with lots of pockets? like something that would last on the rec field but could also be worn in public places.... thanks.

[pito189]

I like that jersey design very much. Maybe you can do tank covers?

[Gutt]

Thanks guys...

We figure its best to know what the customer interests are before we spend the time and money in development. You've been very helpful.

We are researching other softgoods at this time...tank covers, pads, etc.

Troy of the AGD Lions is now testing a pair of our NX-Pro pants. Hopefully he will have a write-up soon.

Darren

[battlegroup]

I like the pants but they are a bit too flashy. Being one of the older players, and knowing that the older players tend to play rec/big game/scenarios more than hard core tourneys, I think the older players would buy some less flashy smart designs like the pro line but without the big names across the rear. Make it with the same options but cut out the big designs or maybe put some camo pattern in there. Not the whole thing camo but panels or sections and the rest black.

[Smokee_2_7]

Gutt,

I dont know if you remember our PM conversations when you first joined AO, but I am the co-captain of team XPB. (Sponsored by Nexed.)

We are wearing your Driven series pants, and the NX pro gloves. Look for a review on the gloves here on ao in the near future. The pants review will be a little later, mainly because we are trying to keep the pants looking good for mardi gras, and have not played heavily in them yet.


As far as the topic of this thread goes, we have been carrying several nexed products. all three lines of pants, the gloves, the jerseys, as well as a few different gear bags.

We have a couple pairs of pants left, and 2 jerseys left. I absolutely LOVE the jerseys- - - the only reason I dont have one yet is all we have are Small sizes. The larger gear bag is the only one Ive gotten a good look at (the smaller one sold too fast). I am planning on getting the larger bag. It has PLENTY of room in it for my marker with the warp feed mounted on it. (this is a big problem for many other bags.)


As far as things marketed more for rec players, I would suggest things along the same line everyone is talking about:

more subdued colors. For example, although you can get the gloves in grey/white/black, A 'rec line' could offer the same glove in solid black, perhaps with some darker grey trim.

The same goes for jerseys. The Jersy design looks fantastic, and I love the feel of the material. For rec players, more subdued colors- - - I think the pattern is fine, but if it could be produced in a solid black/ or a black/dark green kinda pattern it may be a little more attractive to some of the rec players.



If you are considering producing pads, let me beg for caution. The pads that I am currently wearing are working fine for me (for the most part- - every now and then they will slip when i come in hard). However I am 6'0", 190 lbs, and am wearing the SMALLEST SIZE. Additionally, I have to really cinch the straps down to get the tight no-slip fit I want.

Even the more skinny guys on the team have a problem getting their pads tight enough. If they have smaller legs, there is just nothing tight enough to stay in place. Please look into this: It is our (and many other players' ) opinion that knee / knee/shin pads should stay in place TOTALLY when running full speed and droping to the knees for a slide. If a pad slips, many times it causes the person to literally 'trip' on that knee, and I have seen people go flying and tumbling across the field because a knee pad slipped and caught.



So, there's my take at the moment. Your product line is going over very well in our shop. We are so far very pleased with all of your products. A few more 'subdued' colors and products would definitly allow us to carry a nexed product for every level of player.



Carl

[Ultimator]

Those nexed gloves up in the shop are looking mighty fine. I also use the same pads as Doc Carl and I have a nice pretty scab about the size of a quarter on my knee right now because they slipped on my once when I was going for a one-knee. Definitely look into making sizes that will fit your market! No scars on knees = good.

[Gunga]

Welp, I guess I'll be the sole voice (so far) for camos. I like my camos! But...the military ones don't tend to last very long, at least for me. All the pairs I've owned I've torn up the crotch seams. Mostly from my knees getting wet, which in turn causes the pant material to tend to stick to my skin, which causes lots of tension on the cloth between my knees and crotch when I kneel on one knee...and soon....riiiiip!

So, if there were some nice camos with a 'stretchy' crotch area, I'd buy them. :)

[joeyjoe367]

Re: Thanks guys...

Originally posted by Gutt

We are researching other softgoods at this time...tank covers, pads, etc.

I, for the life of me, can't seem to find a pair of knee/shin pads that fit right. I'm pretty thin (5'9" 125 lbs) and have chicken-legs, but I 'still want that Padding.

I've tried renegade pads, and I've got jt e-motion pads sitting in my closet (want 'em? PM me). If you could get a padding system that DOESN'T invovle putting on a spandex type "sock" or if it does, a way to secure them so they don't move when you slide, and 'still fits us skinny guys, then you've got me sold.

[joeyjoe367]

Originally posted by Smokee_2_7

If you are considering producing pads, let me beg for caution. The pads that I am currently wearing are working fine for me (for the most part- - every now and then they will slip when i come in hard). However I am 6'0", 190 lbs, and am wearing the SMALLEST SIZE. Additionally, I have to really cinch the straps down to get the tight no-slip fit I want.

Even the more skinny guys on the team have a problem getting their pads tight enough. If they have smaller legs, there is just nothing tight enough to stay in place.

...Just wanted to emphasize this point :)

[Ultimator]

Re: Re: Thanks guys...

Originally posted by joeyjoe367
... I'm pretty thin (5'9" 125 lbs) and have chicken-legs, but I 'still want that Padding.

I feel you bro. 5'6" 120 here. My kneepads do pretty good all around, but if I get some that don't budge and still have good protection I'd definitely grab them up. Also something to consider about pads - how well they bounce paintballs.

[joeyjoe367]

Re: Re: Re: Thanks guys...

Originally posted by Ultimator
Also something to consider about pads - how well they bounce paintballs.

Isn't that kinda cheating? Yeah, I'd pay a good amount for a pair of pads that protect well, and don't move..

Maybe a Jt Skinz type pad *With* cinch down straps and non-slip pads on the insides... *wink* *wink*

[Gutt]

Thanks again...

May I ask what type of pads you guys are using right now? do you wear them under or over your pants? How do you feel about elbow pads. Do you like full forearm protection, or do you prefer just protection at the elbow.

I use the Dye pads currently, and I have problems with them slipping down the knee (and a half dollar size scab to prove it). We're looking at some innovations to prevent this from happening.

Darren

[Impy-rocks]

Something kinda like the PJ speed camo stuff.... its not really camo but then again it is.... it is still good for tournaments and all but its a little cheaper and looks good still

i like knee-shin pads and elbow pads that cover the elbow and about half of the forearm.... i like them to be cushioned and i like wearing mine under my pants and jersey...

-later

[hitech]

I use a pair of the old "volleyball" style knee pads and shin pads. To keep the knee pads from sliding up or down I sewed them to the shin pads. The shin pads have a strap the goes around the bottom of your foot. They can't slide up or down. They could twist, but that hasn't been a problem for me. I wear then under my pants (tiger stripped camo pants!).

[joeyjoe367]

I use, well *used* Jt E-motions. They slide down when I'm running even when I wear them over my pants. They just don't fit well enough for us small guys.