This is my second set after my first one finally fell apart after wrestling in them for more than a decade. I've tried other styles, but I like these the best for their low profile design that allows me to be sleeker and avoid getting snagged when doing moves. However be warned that the earpieces sit right against your ear, and I have been hit hard enough to get cauliflower ear when wearing these. I value sleekness over protection; however, so consider these to provide lower protection than designs that fully surround the ear by a hard ear cup.

Compared to my last pair, the latest model has a better foam cushioning on the inside that is soft and warm to the touch as opposed to the old plastic cushioning that was jarringly cold when you put the headgear on. They can be a little difficult to get setup due to the stiff plastic guards, but it is easier to do if the headgear are warm and pliable first. Once you get them dialed in they are comfortable and fairly secure, just make sure they are setup properly so that your head can't be forced up through the back opening of the headgear. People also have had problems with the straps slipping, so they tape up the straps to help avoid the problem. I use these with a Cliff Keen chin cup strap which keeps the headgear in better alignment on my head, prevents me from getting choked by my headgear strap, and protects my chin from getting all scraped up. They can also be used with a full face protector if necessary.

Pros: sleek, low profile design
don't snag when wrestling
comfortable if they fit your head type

Cons: lower protection than other designs
earpiece sits right on your ear
hard to adjust
straps sometimes come apart
head can pop up through the back if not setup properly

This is my second set after my first one finally fell apart after wrestling in them for more than a decade. I've tried other styles, but I like these the best for their low profile design that allows me to be sleeker and avoid getting snagged when doing moves. However be warned that the earpieces sit right against your ear, and I have been hit hard enough to get cauliflower ear when wearing these. I value sleekness over protection; however, so consider these to provide lower protection than designs that fully surround the ear by a hard ear cup.

Compared to my last pair, the latest model has a better foam cushioning on the inside that is soft and warm to the touch as opposed to the old plastic cushioning that was jarringly cold when you put the headgear on. They can be a little difficult to get setup due to the stiff plastic guards, but it is easier to do if the headgear are warm and pliable first. Once you get them dialed in they are comfortable and fairly secure, just make sure they are setup properly so that your head can't be forced up through the back opening of the headgear. People also have had problems with the straps slipping, so they tape up the straps to help avoid the problem. I use these with a Cliff Keen chin cup strap which keeps the headgear in better alignment on my head, prevents me from getting choked by my headgear strap, and protects my chin from getting all scraped up. They can also be used with a full face protector if necessary.

Pros: sleek, low profile design
don't snag when wrestling
comfortable if they fit your head type

Cons: lower protection than other designs
earpiece sits right on your ear
hard to adjust
straps sometimes come apart
head can pop up through the back if not setup properly

Perfect!

Perfect!

Great headgear! My son says they are very comfortable. We get a lot of compliments on them, especially from those who remember this style from back in the day. Highly recommend!