This is a modular pad design and requires both a pad sock (cover) and pad core to function.
Mask pad fabric wears out long before protective cores fail, yet traditional designs force you to replace everything. The Davis Pad Sock solves this through modular design, separating the replaceable fabric interface from the protective technology. These pad socks serve as part one of Davis's unique two-part mask padding system, housing your choice of Davis pad cores (sold separately) while providing the frame attachment and exterior wear surface. Change materials for different conditions without buying new cores. Swap colors to match your gear. When fabric eventually wears, replace just the sock for a fraction of the cost. The modular system that finally makes sense.
The Innovation of Separation
Traditional mask pads force you to discard the entire pad when the fabric covering fails. For premium protective cores featuring advanced materials like D3O® or multi-layer progressive systems, this means throwing away sophisticated impact technology because the exterior wore out. The Davis Pad Sock revolutionizes this through intelligent modularity. The sock provides the exterior fabric interface that takes the daily abuse: sweat saturation, UV exposure, repeated removal and installation, friction from storage and transport. Meanwhile, your protective pad cores (whether the temperature-sensitive Shear3 or all-weather Cloud4) remain protected inside, maintaining their impact-absorbing properties season after season. The sock's molded EVA front panel, covered in durable Lycra, provides structural stability and additional backing for the 1mm HDPE load distribution plates in the cores, ensuring consistent frame geometry fit while the microfiber suede back delivers comfort against your skin.
Modular Innovation: The Two-Part System
Designed specifically for the Davis Mirage 12 XCG Umpire Mask Frame but compatible with the Davis Trace and various traditional wire-weld frames, the sock's molded EVA structure matches frame geometry precisely. The hook-and-loop attachment system uses three straps for the bottom pad and four for the top, providing secure mounting to your mask frame. The medium-duty zipper with 5mm teeth ensures reliable closure that won't fail mid-game while allowing quick core swaps when conditions change. This Lycra/microfiber suede version excels in cooler conditions below 75°F, while other Davis sock options handle warmer weather.
Frame Compatibility Through Design
Designed specifically for the Davis Mirage 12 XCG Umpire Mask Frame but compatible with the Davis Trace and various traditional wire-weld frames, the Shear3 represents the pinnacle of mask pad engineering. At 6.4 ounces total weight, the system adds minimal mass while delivering protection conventional pads can't approach. Ideal for umpires working competitive levels where high-velocity impacts are constant and career longevity depends on superior protection.
Built for the Long Game
The charcoal Lycra front maintains professional appearance while resisting visible dirt accumulation, and the black microfiber suede back provides a soft surface against your face, performing best in temperatures below 75°F where its comfort properties excel. Quality construction throughout ensures these socks perform reliably through extended use. When they eventually wear, you'll replace just the sock, not your entire investment in your Davis pad cores.
Features
- Modular Two-Part System: Separates replaceable fabric interface from protective cores, allowing you to swap between different materials and colors for varying conditions or replace worn exteriors without discarding functional padding technology
- Molded EVA Front Panel: Lycra-covered structural layer provides frame geometry matching and additional backing support for the HDPE load distribution plates in your pad cores
- Hook-and-Loop Frame Attachment: Three straps on bottom pad and four on top, with top pad designed for easy removal without detaching harness, allowing quick pad changes
- Universal Core Compatibility: Works with all available Davis pad cores including Tango2, Cloud4 and Shear3, allowing you to choose protection level based on temperature conditions or personal preference
- Microfiber Suede Interior Fabric: Soft black backing material provides comfort against skin, ideal for cooler conditions below 75°F where heat retention may be more critical for pad performance and comfort
- Frame-Specific Design: Engineered to fit Davis Mirage 12 XCG, Davis Trace, and other traditional wire-weld frames designs including the Nike Ti and Wilson Dynalite frames. These do not fit All-Star FM4000 series or S7 series frames.
Specifications
- Required Component: Davis Pad Core (Tango2, Cloud4 or Shear3, sold separately)
- Frame Compatibility: Davis Mirage 12 XCG, Davis Trace and select other wire-weld frames. These do not fit All-Star FM4000 series or S7 series frames.
- Front Material: Molded EVA with Lycra covering
- Front Color: Charcoal
- Back Material: Microfiber Suede
- Back Color: Black
- Closure: Medium-duty zipper with 5mm teeth
- Frame Attachment: Hook-and-loop straps (3 bottom, 4 top)
- Weight: 3.68 oz (0.23 lbs)
- Care: Spot clean or hand wash cold water
What's Included
- Davis Lycra/Synthetic Suede Charcoal Pad Sock (top and bottom)
Installations & Assembly
The Davis pad socks require Davis pad cores (sold separately) to function. The cores insert into the socks, which then attach to your mask frame.
- Insert your Davis pad core fully into the pad sock.Ensure core orientation matches markings (face side vs. frame side)
- Close zipper completely and secure zipper handle
- Attach to mask frame using hook-and-loop straps and fasten tightly.
Complete Your Modular Pad Set
This pad sock requires Davis protective pad cores to function:
- Davis D3O® Shear3 Pad Core: Maximum protection for temperatures above 65°F with face feel dependent on ambient temperatures.
- Davis D3O® Cloud4 Pad Core: All-season protection for temperatures >32°F with a soft face feel.
- Davis Tango2 Pad Core: Cost effective protection for temperatures above 65°F with face feel dependent on ambient temperatures.
Davis Mirage 12 XCG frame shown for example purposes only. Frame sold separately. Davis pad cores sold separately.
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